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Can UK avoid the national debt nearly tripling in next 50 years
The Office for Budget Responsibility's crystal ball shows that Britain will be a very different place in 50 years.
It is indeed grim. The government's independent watchdog on spending predicts that if policies remain unchanged, national…
Wealthy Households and Businesses Brace for Tax Rises Following Starmers Speech
In the wake of Sir Keir Starmer's keynote speech in Downing Street, wealthy households and businesses across the UK are preparing for potential tax increases as the government aims to address a £22bn shortfall in public finances. Starmer's…
UK Government Borrowing Overshoots Expectations in July Amid Public Spending Growth
The UK government's borrowing figures for July have surpassed expectations, reaching £3.1 billion, which is more than double the amount recorded in the same period last year. This higher deficit has intensified the ongoing debate between…
UK Banks Race to Repay £100bn in Covid Loans Could Benefit Savers
The potential takeover of Seven & i by Alimentation Couche-Tard (ACT) indeed represents a significant moment in the global convenience store industry. If the acquisition goes through, it would not only be the largest foreign acquisition…
Energy Bills Set to Rise Again for Great Britain Households This Winter
As the colder months approach, households across Great Britain are preparing for another increase in their energy bills. Forecasts from Cornwall Insight, a respected energy consultancy, indicate that the government's energy price cap is…
King’s Speech: 40 bills for a ‘decade national renewal’
Sir Keir has laid out 40 bills that he says will start "a decade of renewal for our nation" in a King's Speech for economic growth. The plan includes a large role for the government and an upgrade to worker's rights.
The new Prime…