A full breakdown of the rumours, leaks and credible speculation surrounding the 2025 Autumn Budget — from tax rises and wealth levies to support for households and property reforms.
UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves signals potential tax rises ahead of the 26 November Budget, pledging fiscal discipline amid slowing growth and rising debt
Chancellor Rachel Reeves admits failing to check a rental licence for a Southwark property. Calls for an inquiry grow as questions mount over ministerial accountability.
The UK government signs a private healthcare contract for small-boat arrivals, sparking debate over NHS access, transparency, and migrant medical care.
The UK economy is faltering as Bank of England data shows hiring plans at their lowest since 2020 and business confidence crashes. Inflation remains high, job cuts are mounting, and pressure is rising on Chancellor Rachel Reeves ahead of the Autumn Budget.
An Ethiopian asylum seeker has been jailed for 12 months after convictions in Epping. The case sparked protests and renewed debate over hotel-based accommodation, deportation policy and community safety across the UK.
The UK government’s plan for a digital ID system has reignited fierce debate. Supporters promise convenience and security, while critics warn of surveillance, exclusion, and data risks. Historical failures haunt the proposal.
Former Conservative minister Maria Caulfield has defected to Reform UK, joining Lee Anderson and Danny Kruger in a growing wave of high-profile Tory departures. Her move highlights deep divisions inside the Conservative Party and adds momentum to Nigel Farage’s insurgent movement.
Starmer’s government rocked as senior aide Paul Ovenden resigns over explicit messages about Diane Abbott and Peter Mandelson faces renewed scrutiny over Jeffrey Epstein ties. Integrity questions mount for Labour’s No 10 team.
The UK’s Employment Rights Bill promises the biggest labour law shake-up in decades. Here’s what it means for workers, employers, and businesses.