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UK government borrowing jumps in August ahead of budget

British Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces a fresh headache ahead of her first Budget this autumn after official figures revealed government borrowing jumped by more than expected last month.
Business • 20 Sep 24

Bank of England keeps rates at 5%, extends bonds plan

The Bank of England held interest rates at 5% today and voted to run down its stock of British government bonds by another £100 billion over the coming 12 months, weighing on the government's finances.
Business • 19 Sep 24

Finance Minister to meet British Chancellor Reeves

The Minister for Finance is in London today to meet Britain's Chancellor of the Exchequer.
Business • 02 Sep 24

UK borrows more than expected in July

Britain's government again borrowed more than expected last month, according to official data released today that highlighted the tight financial backdrop for new finance minister Rachel Reeves as she readies her first annual budget.
Business • 21 Aug 24

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