Office for Budget Responsibility6 hrs ago'Painful' years ahead, think tanks warn, as living standards set to fallBudget forecasts show growth in living standards grinding almost to a halt.6 hrs ago23 hrs agoWhat we now know about the UK economy in four chartsThe Office for Budget Responsibility says higher energy prices will impact everything from prices and living standards to economic growth.23 hrs ago30 Sept 2026Could changing the pension triple lock pay for Burnham's big social care plan?Burnham said he wants to change the pensions triple lock from 2030 to pay for his social care reform, but analysts have questioned whether it will raise enough money. 30 Sept 20263 Mar 2026Reeves says her plan is working as growth forecast cut for this yearThe forecasts were made before the conflict in the Middle East broke out which could have a "very significant" impact, the OBR said.3 Mar 202618 Feb 2026Reform plans to keep UK's budget watchdogRobert Jenrick promises to reform the OBR, rather than abolish it, in a move to reassure financial markets.18 Feb 202612 Dec 2025Inquiry into role of Budget watchdog launched by MPsIt comes after intense scrutiny of the Office for Budget Responsibility in the run-up to the Budget.12 Dec 202510 Dec 2025Too many unauthorised pre-Budget leaks, says ReevesThe chancellor tells MPs many of the stories leaked to the media were inaccurate and "very damaging".10 Dec 20254 Dec 2025Investigation into pre-Budget leaks is under way, MPs toldChancellor Rachel Reeves has given her "full support" to a review of security processes around the lead-up to the Budget.4 Dec 20252 Dec 2025Reeves speech did not mislead on challenges facing UK ahead of Budget, says OBR officialProf David Miles tells MPs the messaging given by the chancellor was "not inconsistent" with the situation she faced.2 Dec 2025...
