Financial Times Front Page 12th of August 2020

The Financial Times’ splash reports that the Chancellor is considering delaying his autumn Budget if Britain is hit by a second wave of coronavirus. Allies of Rishi Sunak say he wants to get on with setting a path to economic recovery through his Budget, which is expected to allocate spending for the rest of parliament and outline a strategy for repairing public finances. The paper says fears of a rise in unemployment once the furlough scheme finishes in October are said to have added to the Chancellor’s concerns over whether the autumn is the right time to begin talking about tax rises or spending cuts.

Financial Times Front Page 24th of December 2024

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to face significant challenges in the new year as the UK’s economic growth stagnates, with business leaders expressing concerns about declining activity and potential impacts on the Labour party’s agenda.

Financial Times Front Page 23rd of December 2024

Nick Candy has pledged to help Reform UK disrupt the political landscape by supporting policies aimed at reducing the influence of established parties, with plans to introduce a law on fair donations and the backing of affluent supporters, positioning the party as a formidable force in upcoming elections.

Financial Times Front Page 21st of December 2024

Trump has proposed a new rule that would require NATO countries to increase their defence spending to 5% of GDP, advocating for higher budgets and continued support for Kyiv while suggesting improved trade terms.

Financial Times Front Page 20th of December 2024

The Bank of England has opted to maintain the interest rate at 4.75%, amid concerns about persistent inflation and its impact on economic growth, as Chancellor properties focus on supporting stability despite the challenging forecast.