politics
OBR apologises over pre-Budget leak
Details of the Budget are supposed to be kept under wraps until the chancellor announces them to MPs. Source link
Reeves unveils tax rises and ends two-child benefit cap
The Chancellor has extended a freeze on income tax and National Insurance thresholds, meaning millions will be dragged into paying higher rates as their wages increase. Source link
Two-child benefit cap to be scrapped from next year
The policy, introduced under the Tories, means parents can only claim universal credit for their first two children. Source link
Speaker writes to PM about 'worrying' Budget leaks
Speaker of the House of Commons claims leaks are an “appalling” breach of the ministerial code. Source link
UK growth forecasts lowered from next year
Downgrades to productivity means the economy is set to grow at an annual rate of 1.5% on average over the next five years. Source link
Properties worth more than £2m face new tax
The surcharge begins at £2,500, rising to £7,500 for properties valued at more than £5m. Source link
Henry Zeffman: Early release of Budget details is totally surreal
The Budget is already out there, thanks to the Office for Budget Responsibility, which has published the details in error. Source link
'We are still struggling after last year's Budget'
People in Thurrock say how Budget 2024 affected them – and their hopes for this year’s announcement. Source link
Moral Maze
Debate examining the moral issues behind one of the week’s news stories. Source link
Moral Maze
Debate examining the moral issues behind one of the week’s news stories. Source link