NewsNewsUKUK PoliticsEnglandN. IrelandScotlandWalesLIVEReeves warned that UK and global uncertainty could derail her economic plansThe Office for Budget Responsibility warns that several factors could stop the chancellor meeting her own rules.Reeves squeezes benefits as 2025 growth forecast halvedThe chancellor unveils defence spending boost and welfare changes in Spring Statement.17 mins agoPoliticsHousebuilding plans forecast to boost economy by £6.8bnPlanning reforms could result in 1.3 million new homes by the end of the decade, watchdog says.18 mins agoPoliticsClothes sales push inflation down more than expectedInflation fell to 2.8% in February, driven by cheaper women's clothing.8 hrs agoBusinessGovernment concerns over assisted dying timelineThe Labour MP bringing the bill says she is "disappointed" to be proposing pushing the implementation deadline to 2029.12 hrs agoPoliticsReeves squeezes benefits as 2025 growth forecast halvedThe chancellor unveils defence spending boost and welfare changes in Spring Statement.17 mins agoPoliticsSpring Statement 2025: Key points at a glanceChancellor Rachel Reeves has unveiled her plans for the UK economy in the House of Commons.25 mins agoBusinessGrowth forecast halved for 2025 but later years upgradedThe economy is now predicted to grow by only 1% in 2025 but the OBR thinks growth will pick up in the following years.1 hr agoBusinessHousebuilding plans forecast to boost economy by £6.8bnPlanning reforms could result in 1.3 million new homes by the end of the decade, watchdog says.18 mins agoPoliticsWorking class don't want handouts, says RaynerThe deputy PM defends plans for £5bn of benefit cuts, saying people need support to get back into work.1 day agoPoliticsNo risk to UK lives from US security breach, says ministerLuke Pollard says UK operational security remains "intact" after plans for a strike in Yemen were accidentally leaked.1 day agoPoliticsUniversity of Sussex fined £585k in transgender free speech rowThe university is fined by the higher education regulator for failing to uphold freedom of speech.17 hrs agoSussexNot appropriate to take free tickets, minister saysIt comes after the chancellor defended accepting free tickets to see Sabrina Carpenter with a family member.1 day agoPoliticsCredible harassment claims against MP Lowe, report findsThe Great Yarmouth MP denies the allegations and claims his suspension from Reform UK was politically motivated.23 hrs agoPoliticsFeatures and analysisWatch: What to know about the Spring Statement... in 58 secondsHenry Zeffman explains what you need to know about the Spring Statement. 2 hrs agoPoliticsWhat are the Pip and universal credit changes and who is affected?The government has set out more details about its proposed cuts to disability benefits.2 hrs agoBusinessThree ways the Spring Statement could affect you and your moneyWhile the Spring Statement focusses on the wider UK economy, it could have implications for your money.38 mins agoBusinessChris Mason: Chancellor says the world has changed - but what are her options?BBC political editor Chis Mason examines the fiscal dilemmas facing the government over spending and growth.1 day agoPoliticsLocal elections 2025: Is there an election in my area?Find out whether there is an election near you on 1 May using our postcode lookup tool.1 day agoEngland
