Following 2025 Budget, I noted whether the Chancellor and Government can “sensible their way to prosperity”. Whether the 2026 Spring Statement marks progress towards economic prosperity is still to be seen. But there is, to her credit, a continued commitment by the Chancellor to stability and transparency in economic policy making. Strong and stable version 2.0? There are two stories running in parallel in the 2026 Spring Statement. On the one … Continue reading “Spring Statement Blog 2026”
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Unpicking the 2025 Budget
Johannes Read, Senior Policy and Data Analyst at the City-Region Economic Development Institute (City-REDI) outlines that announcements made in the 2025 Budget on 26th November is more about tinkering with the edges, rather than a deeper, and arguably necessary, reform. Tackling different types of challenges Football is a big part of my life. As a … Continue reading “Unpicking the 2025 Budget”
UK Budget 2025: Key Measures and Economic Outlook
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has delivered her second Budget, outlining plans for taxes, public services, infrastructure, business support, and social measures, alongside updated forecasts from the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR). Some details were previously announced, while others emerged after the OBR accidentally published its official forecast early. This blog aims to summarise what was said … Continue reading “UK Budget 2025: Key Measures and Economic Outlook”