Hunt does not rule out tax cuts in Autumn Statement
The chancellor tells Laura Kuenssberg economic growth is his priority ahead of Wednesday’s statement. Read More
X ad boycott gathers pace amid antisemitism storm
US firms, including Apple and Disney, are reportedly suspending ads on the Elon Musk-owned site. Read More
What is inheritance tax and will it be cut?
Inheritance tax is again creating political debate so how does it work and who pays? Read More
Autumn Statement: Jeremy Hunt considering cuts to inheritance tax
The BBC has been told the chancellor is considering cutting some taxes in his Autumn Statement. Read More
Tata Steel worker fears for home as job cuts loom
Owen Midwinter says he should be looking forward to Christmas but is worried he’ll lose his house. Read More
Retail sales hit lowest level since 2021 lockdowns
Shoppers bought less in October amid higher prices, rising living costs and poor weather. Read More
Rishi Sunak sets out how pothole funding from HS2 savings to be used
Councils say the money is a “significant boost” but call for longer term funding to repair roads. Read More
What the Chancellor really means when he says tax cuts are ‘impossible’
How to make sense of what politicians mean when they say there is no scope for tax cuts. Read More
Jeremy Hunt pledges millions to boost UK car battery production
The chancellor is set to announce hundreds of millions more in subsidies and grants for battery makers. Read More
Benefit claimants not seeking work to face mandatory work placements
It is part of a plan to get people back to work, with more investment in career support also promised. Read More