Budget 2021: There has been a shift in Tory philosophy – minister
The Chief Secretary to the Treasury says he makes “no apologies” for spending on public services....
Impact of Brexit on economy ‘worse than Covid’
The boss of the UK’s forecaster says Brexit will be worse for the economy than Covid....
Angela Rayner: Man arrested over threats to deputy Labour leader
A 52-year-old man is arrested in Halifax on suspicion of malicious communications....
Budget 2021: Schools cash to be restored to 2010 levels after 10 years of cuts
The Chancellor pledged to return schools funding to 2010 levels with an extra £4.7bn investment....
Budget 2021: Price rises could hit highest rate in 30 years, says forecaster
The economy is set to return to pre-Covid levels at the end of the year, but rising costs could hamper recovery....
Budget 2021: Foreign aid cuts to remain until at least 2024 – Sunak
The chancellor says spending could return to 0.7% levels but only once money rules have been met....
Budget 2021: Prosecco and pint taxes to fall, red wine to rise
A shake-up of alcohol duty is announced by the chancellor, with higher taxes for stronger drinks....
Budget 2021: Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer misses debate after positive Covid test
Shadow chancellor Rachel Reeves replaces the Labour leader to respond to Rishi Sunak’s statement....
Jared O’Mara: Ex-Sheffield Hallam MP denies fraud charges
Jared O’Mara is alleged to have submitted false invoices to parliament totalling £28,650....
Budget 2021: Rishi Sunak unveils help for low paid, pubs and businesses
Pubs and high streets also get a boost – but Labour says Chancellor Rishi Sunak is ignoring the cost of living crisis....