UK government borrowing hits higher than expected 3.1bn in July
Public spending increases have led to a significant rise in government borrowing, surpassing expectations and marking the highest deficit for July in three years. [ more ]
UK government borrowing hits higher than expected 3.1bn in July
Public spending increases have led to a significant rise in government borrowing, surpassing expectations and marking the highest deficit for July in three years. [ more ]
Nearly 800,000 pensioners entitled to winter fuel payments will lose it, figures show
The UK government plans to cut winter fuel payments for 780,000 pensioners, primarily affecting low-income and disabled individuals, to address financial shortfalls. [ more ]
The government aims to implement painful economic measures with promises of future benefit, emphasizing the need for public support during tough financial times. [ more ]
Nearly 800,000 pensioners entitled to winter fuel payments will lose it, figures show
The UK government plans to cut winter fuel payments for 780,000 pensioners, primarily affecting low-income and disabled individuals, to address financial shortfalls. [ more ]
The government aims to implement painful economic measures with promises of future benefit, emphasizing the need for public support during tough financial times. [ more ]
Labour 22bn black hole gloom unhelpful', former BoE chief economist warns
Former Bank of England economist criticizes Labour's handling of fiscal black hole announcement, suggesting it created unnecessary fear and uncertainty. [ more ]
Sixty days of Starmer: How has the Labour leader fared in his first two months?
Sir Keir Starmer emphasizes the need for national renewal and public service while acknowledging challenges stemming from controversial decisions and a financial crisis. [ more ]
The Guardian view on Labour's gloomy politics: it is bad economics | Editorial
Labour's fuel payment cuts aim to protect vulnerable pensioners while addressing public finances, but draw criticism for potential economic consequences. [ more ]
Labour 22bn black hole gloom unhelpful', former BoE chief economist warns
Former Bank of England economist criticizes Labour's handling of fiscal black hole announcement, suggesting it created unnecessary fear and uncertainty. [ more ]
Sixty days of Starmer: How has the Labour leader fared in his first two months?
Sir Keir Starmer emphasizes the need for national renewal and public service while acknowledging challenges stemming from controversial decisions and a financial crisis. [ more ]
The Guardian view on Labour's gloomy politics: it is bad economics | Editorial
Labour's fuel payment cuts aim to protect vulnerable pensioners while addressing public finances, but draw criticism for potential economic consequences. [ more ]
Neoliberalism's rise was significantly influenced by social conservatives reacting to leftist movements, framing austerity as moral responsibility. [ more ]
The Metropolitan Police acknowledged failures in managing large-scale protests and pointed out the heavy financial and resource burden on the service. [ more ]
The Home Office's repeated overspending on asylum support is due to inadequate budgeting practices, leading to significant shortfalls and reliance on Treasury funds. [ more ]
The Home Office's repeated overspending on asylum support is due to inadequate budgeting practices, leading to significant shortfalls and reliance on Treasury funds. [ more ]
This Is What Biden Has Done to Increase the National Debt by Nearly $5 Trillion
Reducing the federal deficit is crucial for lawmakers and citizens. Understanding spending impacts personal finance and national debt sustainability. [ more ]
Increasing taxes to address public finance deficit without burdening working people. Potential strategies include focusing on tax thresholds and capital gains tax. [ more ]