Fiscal Policy

National

Healey Announces £100 Energy Bill Support and New Banking Levy in Maiden Budget

Chancellor Healey reveals £100 energy support and bank tax in first Budget. Addressing cos...

29 Oct 2026 Economy

Iran Conflict Threatens UK Budget Strategy, IFS Analysis Shows

Iran conflict risks destabilize government spending plans, warns Institute for Fiscal Stud...

12 Oct 2026 Economy

UK Borrowing Costs Reach 26-Year High Before Budget

UK long-term borrowing costs hit highest levels since 1998 ahead of October Budget, pressu...

2 Sep 2026 Economy

US National Debt Reaches $40 Trillion Mark

The United States national debt has surpassed the $40 trillion threshold, doubling over th...

20 Aug 2026 Economy

Fiscal Constraints Limit PM's Borrowing Capacity, Warns Leading Institute

A prominent think tank cautions that Prime Minister Burnham faces significant restrictions...

29 Jul 2026