Budget 2026: We answer your questions
So was that it? Sam Coates and Anne McElvoy have slept on it – and are feeling the budget may have landed with a whimper rather than a bang. They weigh up the case for the defence: has John H…
Bank tax hike ‘unhelpful’ to economic growth aims, Lloyds finance chief says
William Chalmers said he ‘sincerely hopes’ the increase is temporary, as is planned.
Budget forecasts paint 'grim picture' for British households as living standards set to flatline
Living standards are forecast to record their weakest decade of growth since the 1950s
More than 3.2 million Brits warned over DWP tax error – see if you're owed money
HMRC confirmed i’s taking action to correct Department for Work and Pensions state pension tax errors affecting 3.2 million pensioners after calculations found to be incorrect dating back to 2010-11
DWP 'restricting access' to Universal Credit for one group of claimants
Confirmation in Budget
Martin Lewis warns of 'problem' for some savers with £11,000 after Budget
Personal finance expert said people will need to take advantage of account u-turn to avoid tax raid
FCA urged to probe Budget bank tax leak amid insider trading fears
In a letter to the FCA, the chairman of the Treasury select committee raised concerns about potential market abuse after a surge in share prices ahead of the Budget.
Lloyds nine-month profit jumps 42% to £6.6bn as motor finance charge falls away
Lloyds Banking Group PLC (LSE:LLOY), the UK high street lender, reported a 42% rise in statutory pre-tax profit to £6.6 billion for the first nine months of…
Airbus eyes UK-Japan-Italy fighter jet deal after rival collapse
Airbus chief Guillaume Faury said on Wednesday that the European plane maker could join a British-Japanese-Italian consortium to build a next generation fighter jet after the collapse of a Franco-German rival.
Santander UK bolstered by TSB takeover as it targets cost ‘synergies’
Santander said it was still integrating the smaller rival after nearly 1,000 of its staff transferred over.
Gambling Stocks Jump in Relief Over UK’s Slot-Machine Taxes
London-listed gambling stocks rose after the UK’s slot-machine tax hikes weren’t as steep as expected.
European gas prices hit 2022 record. What it means for UK energy bills
European natural gas prices have reached their highest level since the 2022 invasion of Ukraine, driven by Middle East conflicts and depleted storage reserves.
Budget 2026: Burnham's budget praised as 'dullest in a long time' by Lord O Neill - as he lauds PM for not 'clobbering business' | LBC
The former Goldman Sachs economist, who advised Andy Burnham during his election campaign, said he had been left “surprised and impressed” by the Budget
Marra urges Scottish Government to pass on UK energy bill payment
The Chancellor pledged £100 for millions of households in England, with the devolved nations to receive ‘their share’.
Inflation to surge beyond forecasts as UK economy set for growth slowdown
The Office for Budget Responsibility said UK inflation is set to rise to a peak of around 3.75% by the start of next year.
JPMorgan Chase faces £100m-plus tax bill from Healey raid
The additional liability of up to £150m facing the Wall Street behemoth could cast further doubt on its plans to build a vast new London headquarters, Sky News learns.
U.K. Music Industry Praises Government’s Tax Relief for Venues, But Wants It to ‘Go Further’ With Extra Support
The U.K. music industry has welcomed the government’s tax relief for live music venues but called for it to ‘go further’ with further support.
UK budget: Here’s five key takeaways from the Chancellor’s speech
The UK’s new Chancellor, John Healey, has delivered his first Budget in the role. Here’s five key takeaways from his speech.
‘A pretty grim picture’: outlook for UK living standards slashed despite Healey’s budget
OBR cautions about Middle East war dragging down growth and triggering a fresh cost of living crisis
Business blow for Ayrshire vape shops and adult gaming centres in Budget
It’s a double whammy to vape shop proprietors and comes four weeks after a new tax on vaping liquid came into force.
What the Budget means for you - from gas bills to council tax and banks
John Healey told MPs he was delivering a ‘budget for the working people of Britain’ – with a raft of measures including council tax relief, scrapping standing charges on gas bills and new charges for banks
UK growth forecast slashed to 1% for next year amid Iran war impact
The Office for Budget Responsibility said UK gross domestic product (GDP) is set to improve by 1.2% this year and slow in 2027.
Businesses give their reaction as Budget hands power to Devon
Support for John Healey’s announcement but some think he could have done more
Burnham government announces business rates overhaul for pubs and restaurants
British Chancellor John Healey has outlined his budget for the next year and beyond today
Check your council tax band as £100 payment confirmed for 20 million households
John Healey announced that 20 million UK households will get £100 paid directly into their bank accounts this winter
Autumn Budget 2026: 'Steady as she goes' is no good when the economy's adrift
John Healey avoided several icebergs but there are nasty storms on the horizon
Scotch whisky dealt 'disappointing blow' by 2026 UK Budget duty increase
A MAJOR association of Scotch whisky companies has warned a fourth consecutive duty increase on spirits will have damaging consequences for the sector and supply chains
UK Budget 2026: £6m funding will help develop SEC 'for next generation'
The £6m funding is part of the UK Government’s Budget announcement
Santander UK turns to more cost-cutting after profit slip
Santander is expecting more cost cutting for the rest of the year after a profit slip following a drag in provisions.
Rolls-Royce hails 'landmark moment' for UK after £2.5bn engine deal
Rolls-Royce hailed a ‘landmark moment’ for the UK aerospace industry after the government backed a £2.5billion programme to develop new jet engines.
Budget announcement 'will leave many Birmingham businesses disheartened'
The Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce says Labour’s budget contained some positive news for city business founders and start-ups, but only ‘patches over the cracks’ when it comes to business rates reform
UK electrical contractor for Heathrow Airport plunges into liquidation
The electrical contractor with major clients including Heathrow Airport has plunged into liquidation after six years
What we now know about the UK economy in four charts
The Office for Budget Responsibility says higher energy prices will impact everything from prices and living standards to economic growth.
Autumn Budget 2026 winners and losers: From pensioners and workers to savers and landlords
From pensioners and first-time buyers to savers and landlords, the Chancellor’s measures will leave Britons facing sharply different outcomes
Martin Lewis explains what John Healey told him ahead of today's Budget - full list of updates
The MoneySavingExpert founder has explained what the Chancellor confirmed, what he expects to be announced, and the further changes he wants ministers to make
UK Budget rates relief for high street eroded by rising wage bills
Business finance platform Capitalise has warned that the business rates relief announced in today’s Budget will be largely offset by rising wage costs for
Budget 2026: Healey leans on private sector for defence investment drive
The Chancellor has set up a new defence financing taskforce and unveiled fresh funding for investment in the arms industry.
Cash ISA cut reversed in boost for savers with limit to stay at £20,000
The cash ISA allowance is currently set at £20,000 a year but had been due to be slashed to £12,000 from next April for under-65s – this will now not happen
Your pay, energy bills and cash Isa: How the Budget affects you
Changes announced by Chancellor John Healey in his first Budget will affect your finances directly. Here’s how.
Bank taxes to rise by less than some feared to help fund ‘breathing space’
Banks will pay an extra 3% on the corporation tax surcharge from January, and for 15 months.
John Healey announces £100 energy payment for millions of households
The Chancellor has unveiled further support with energy costs as households prepare for another difficult winter
Healey ‘to scrap planned cut on cash ISA allowance’ in Budget
Savers will be able to put £20,000 a year into ISAs once more
Workers should be able to know colleagues' salaries, rights body says
Employees should legally be able to find out what their co-workers are earning, the UK’s equality watchdog says
John Healey expected to hand 'billions' to benefits claimants in Budget
The Chancellor will set out his Autumn Statement later today
Octopus energy boss in bill £195 update as change announced
Greg Jackson, CEO of Octopus Energy said ‘if you turn off a radiator in a room you don’t use, you’ll get more benefit now’
Dove owner Unilever hikes prices as energy costs surge
Dove owner Unilever has started hiking prices to keep up with rising energy costs caused by the Iran war.
‘Working our fingers to the bone’: Can the UK save its struggling high streets?
Small business owners in Britain may get some tax relief in Wednesday’s budget, but they say it will not be enough.
