Politics
UK Budget 2024: What It Means for Scotland
A UK budget determines tax rates, public spending, and benefits that influence household costs across Scotland. The latest plan aims…
Ed Davey calls income tax threshold freeze a £76bn stealth tax rise
Liberal Democrats leader Ed Davey has described a freeze on income tax thresholds as a â£76bn stealth tax rise, arguing…
Treasury Disputes Claim That Chancellor Planned Welfare Cuts Before Election
The Treasury has disputed claims that the chancellor indicated the benefits bill would be reduced before the next general election.…
Healey Buys Time Amid Unanswered Questions Over Chancellor’s Course
LATE OF Britain’s economic leadership shifted on Thursday as the chancellor moved to delay decisive policy shifts, buying himself additional…
Budget Challenges Prompt Debate Over Who Government Helps
A key figure in UK fiscal policy has highlighted budget challenges confronting the government, particularly the difficulty of deciding which…
Hunt Questions Budget’s Ability To Fix Big Problems
Former Conservative chancellor Sir Jeremy Hunt said he is unsure the autumn budget will fix big problems, speaking to BBC…
Cost of Living Concerns Emerge Ahead of Autumn Budget
Across parts of the UK, people are reporting that everyday life is becoming increasingly expensive, according to reporting by BBC…
Rosebank oilfield approval avoids UK carbon budget impact
Government insiders say the Rosebank oilfield approval would not breach UK emission targets, because emissions from exported oil would not…
Digital landline switchover may cut off remote UK areas in emergencies
A government plan to complete the digital landline switchover by January has raised concerns that residents in remote UK areas…
Healey to Promise £15m to Tackle Misogyny in Budget
Levelling Up Secretary Michael Healey is set to announce a £15 million funding package aimed at tackling misogyny as part…