173 results for "Budget"

UK food price inflation reached its lowest rate in two years due to declining energy costs and intensified competition among supermarkets, providing relief for households amidst stretched budgets. Moderate Food...

UK businesses are grappling with increased shipping expenses and delays of up to four weeks, attributed to Red Sea attacks, according to a statement from a prominent business group. The...

As Chancellor Jeremy Hunt readies for another round of tax reductions in next week’s budget, economists caution that Britain's extended public services will bear the burden of post-election spending cuts....

Employment opportunities have declined significantly, experiencing a notable 15% drop. This downturn comes amidst a backdrop of escalating borrowing costs and a broader economic recession within the UK. Employment Opportunities...

UK motorists have faced a significant £2 surge in petrol prices this month, attributed to escalating fuel costs amidst the ongoing Red Sea attacks. This sharp escalation underscores the susceptibility...

After enduring years of austerity and weathering the storm of the Covid-19 pandemic, Britain's economic growth faces a daunting reality an ailing workforce and businesses grappling with recruitment struggles. The...

As the clock ticks on, signalling the inevitable journey toward retirement, a daunting revelation casts a shadow over the typical worker facing the stark reality of being left £600,000 adrift...

At a critical moment, the UK is facing a looming council funding crisis that threatens essential services and local finances across England. This pressing issue demands immediate attention and decisive...

In the face of a looming national recession, Chancellor Rishi Sunak remains resolute in his assertion that the government can afford to implement tax cuts. Despite concerns about economic downturn,...

Given the prevailing economic uncertainties, UK employers are considering reducing pay rises for their employees over the coming year. This decision reflects the cautious approach being taken by businesses against...

In an effort to counter a substantial poll deficit against the Labour Party and address criticism from within his own party, Chancellor Rishi Sunak has endeavoured to present a more...

As the UK nears a historic milestone, welfare costs soar, with the working-age benefits bill set to exceed £100 billion this year. This unprecedented expenditure, linked to a surge in...

The Chancellor's recent decision to abolish the pensions "lifetime allowance" marks a landmark day for British pensions. The move holds the potential to reshape the landscape of retirement savings, promising...

The resolution to Britain's growing public debt crisis demands a comprehensive fiscal overhaul. Despite this urgency, both the current Tory government and the anticipated Labour successor exhibit a notable reluctance...

Legal professionals are sounding the alarm about the insufficient oversight in local government, highlighting a concerning trend where close to 10% of UK councils have faced corruption investigations in the...

A cross-party coalition of Members of Parliament is urging ministers to promptly allocate £4 billion to bolster English town hall budgets. This call for action aims to avert an imminent...

Jeremy Hunt remains committed to proceeding with tax cuts, despite the International Monetary Fund (IMF) cautioning that the increasing debt burden and NHS challenges render such cuts unsustainable for Britain....

The challenges surrounding housing in the United States have reached unprecedented levels, as recent data from Harvard University reveals a significant and concerning trend. A growing number of Americans are...

In 2024, UK household incomes are expected to improve significantly, marking a potential "turning point" for the nation's stable economy. This positive outlook is driven by anticipated interest rate cuts,...

The U.S. Dollar rose while investors toned down their expectations for a rate cut by the Federal Reserve in March, driven by persistent inflationary pressures affecting the yen and pound....

The U.S. national debt has reached new heights as it hits a record-breaking $34 trillion. Experts in economy have become increasingly concerned about the debt crisis in the United States...

Travelers to France, prepare for a budget bump! Your flight tickets are poised to become pricier in 2024. This increase stems from a new tax introduced by the French government,...

The price of oil has been on a steady decline, with US oil futures experiencing their seventh consecutive week of drops. This marks the longest losing streak in five years....