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Keir Starmer’s biggest U-turns since he came to power
In Depth The government’s digital ID reversal becomes the 13th major policy about-turn since Labour entered government
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How can Keir Starmer turn things around in 2026?
Today's Big Question Prime minister has promised ‘positive change’ and ‘hope’ in the year ahead
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People of the year 2025
In the Spotlight The men and women who made the headlines throughout the past year
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How the Office for Budget Responsibility became a lightning rod for criticism
The Explainer Even before it accidentally published the Budget ahead of time last week, the OBR has been in the firing line. Why?
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The Budget fallout: did Reeves mislead us?
In Depth The chancellor has faced calls to resign over claims she overstated extent of Britain’s financial woes to create more ‘fiscal headroom’
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How your household budget could look in 2026
The Explainer The government is trying to balance the nation’s books but energy bills and the cost of food could impact your finances
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Rachel Reeves’ Budget: playing for time?
Talking Point The chancellor has ‘bought off’ disgruntled Labour MPs for now, but voters may be harder to win over
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Five key changes from Rachel Reeves’ make-or-break Budget
The Explainer The chancellor is relying on a ‘smorgasbord’ of targeted revenue raisers to keep MPs, markets and voters onside
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Is the UK headed for recession?
Today’s Big Question Sluggish growth and rising unemployment are ringing alarm bells for economists
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Will Rachel Reeves’ tax U-turn be disastrous?
Today’s Big Question The chancellor scraps income tax rises for a ‘smorgasbord’ of smaller revenue-raising options
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Will the public buy Rachel Reeves’ tax rises?
Today’s Big Question The Chancellor refused to rule out tax increases in her televised address, and is set to reverse pledges made in the election manifesto
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How the clock change could impact your finances
The Explainer The winter months can be more expensive but there are ways to keep your costs down
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Should Labour break manifesto pledge and raise taxes?
Today's Big Question There are ‘powerful’ fiscal arguments for an income tax rise but it could mean ‘game over’ for the government
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Autumn Budget: will Rachel Reeves raid the rich?
Talking Point To fill Britain’s financial black hole, the Chancellor will have to consider everything – except an income tax rise
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