Budget in brief: what you need to know
A quick guide to Rachel Reeves’ main policy announcements and official economic forecasts
A quick guide to Rachel Reeves’ main policy announcements and official economic forecasts

Fiscal watchdog’s letter ‘set out the facts’ about the evolution of its forecasts in the run-up to the Budget

As global risks mount, Rachel Reeves must shore up Britain’s finances and growth agenda

Shortfall of up to £30bn is due to Labour policy choices, not just adverse economic forecasts

Shortfall between April and August highlights challenge for chancellor Rachel Reeves in November Budget

Use the FT’s interactive calculator to understand how a further freeze to income tax thresholds could affect you

Chancellor now more likely to meet her fiscal rules without further policy changes, OBR says