Reeves avoids probe over £20bn 'black hole' claims
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will not face an investigation over claims she misled the public about a £20bn fiscal black hole before the Budget. Read the full story on the watchdog's decision.
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OBR's Future Questioned After Leaks and Resignation
The Office for Budget Responsibility faces a crisis of confidence after repeated leaks and a key resignation. Is the UK's fiscal watchdog still fit for purpose? Read our analysis.
Formal leak inquiry launched after Budget security breaches
A formal Treasury leak inquiry is underway after sensitive Budget details were prematurely disclosed, culminating in the OBR's early report publication. Discover the fallout and political repercussions.
Treasury leak inquiry launched after Budget briefings
A Treasury minister confirms a leak inquiry is under way with the Chancellor's full support after key Budget policies were briefed to the press. Read the latest developments.
Reeves' chess title questioned as OBR row deepens
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces scrutiny over her claim to be a former British junior chess champion, as a finance professor disputes the title. The row emerges amid tensions with the OBR over Budget forecasts.
OBR Hits Back Over Budget Leaks, Reeves Faces Quit Calls
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting pressure after the OBR revealed damaging Treasury leaks misrepresented its forecasts. Calls grow for her resignation as the watchdog sets the record straight. Read the full story.
OBR Chair Resigns Over Budget Leak: A Rare Honourable Exit
Richard Hughes resigns as OBR chair after catastrophic Budget leak, sparking debate on political accountability. Is the age of honourable resignations over? Read our analysis.
OBR Backs Reeves Over Budget 'Misleading' Claims
A top OBR official has defended Chancellor Rachel Reeves against accusations she misled the public over the UK's finances ahead of the Budget. Read the full details of the political row.
OBR complained to Treasury over budget leaks
The OBR's Prof David Miles told MPs that pre-budget leaks created damaging 'misconceptions' about forecasts and may have hurt economic growth. Discover the full story behind the watchdog's extraordinary intervention.
OBR voiced concerns to Treasury over budget leaks
The OBR told MPs it raised concerns with Treasury officials about extensive pre-budget leaks of its forecasts, which it described as "not particularly helpful." Read the full details.
OBR warned Treasury over 'unhelpful' Budget leaks
The UK's fiscal watchdog raised serious concerns with the Treasury over policy leaks ahead of the Budget. Read the full details of the row and its implications for economic policy.
OBR Chief Quits in Budget 'Lies' Scandal Row
The Chancellor faces a fresh storm as the OBR's chair resigns and officials accuse the Treasury of fostering 'misconceptions' over economic forecasts. Read the full details.
OBR Chief Quits, Escalating Budget 'Lies Storm' for Reeves
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces escalating pressure as OBR head Richard Hughes resigns amid a bitter row over economic forecasts and Budget leaks. Discover the full story behind the political firestorm.
Reeves' £26bn Tax Rise: Bond Markets, Not Benefits
Analysis reveals Rachel Reeves's budget tax hikes are largely to appease bond investors, not fund welfare. Discover the figures behind the political storm.
Budget Fallout: Westminster Chaos as OBR Chief Exits
Westminster reels as Budget leaks, the OBR chief's departure, and Labour's press conference expose deep political turmoil. Read the full analysis of a day of high drama.
Reeves Denies Lying as OBR Timeline Shows Budget Forecast Shifts
Chancellor Rachel Reeves denies misleading the public over the budget as a timeline reveals the OBR's economic forecasts improved before tax rises were announced. Explore the full story.
Starmer defends Reeves over OBR forecast accusations
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has defended Chancellor Rachel Reeves after she was accused of misleading the public with OBR economic forecasts. Explore the details of the budget row and its political fallout.
Starmer insists 'no misleading' in Budget row
PM Keir Starmer defends Chancellor Rachel Reeves against claims she misled the public over the economy ahead of the Budget. OBR head resigns after leak probe.
OBR chief resigns after Budget forecast leak
Richard Hughes quits as OBR chairman after a damning report into the premature release of Budget forecasts. Read the full details of the leak and political fallout.
OBR Chair Resigns Over Early Budget Publication
Richard Hughes resigns as OBR chair after an inquiry into the early release of Rachel Reeves's budget. Read the full report on the watchdog's 'worst failure'.
Starmer insists Chancellor did not mislead over Budget
PM Keir Starmer defends Chancellor Rachel Reeves against claims she misled the public and Cabinet over the state of public finances ahead of the Budget. Full details on the OBR leak and welfare reform.
OBR chief resigns over premature Budget data release
OBR chairman Richard Hughes quits after a report blames the watchdog for the early release of Rachel Reeves' Budget forecasts. The incident is labelled its 'worst failure' in 15 years. Read the full story.
OBR boss quits after Budget documents leaked
Office for Budget Responsibility chairman Richard Hughes has resigned after sensitive details of Rachel Reeves's Budget were published prematurely. Follow for the latest political updates.
Rachel Reeves survives Budget backlash despite criticism
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces a triple-pronged attack over her 2025 Budget but clings to power, backed by Keir Starmer and surprising market approval. Analysis.
OBR leak report reveals 'worst failure' in watchdog's history
A damning report reveals the OBR's Budget leak was not an isolated incident, with evidence of previous premature access. Chancellor Reeves backs chair despite 'fundamental breach'.
OBR labels budget leak as its 'worst failure' ever
The Office for Budget Responsibility admits a major security breach leaked key budget details before the Chancellor's speech. Discover the full investigation findings and political fallout.
OBR demands 'complete change' after Budget leak
The UK's budget watchdog calls for a total overhaul of its sensitive publication process after a technical error released forecasts early. Read the full report and recommended changes.
OBR's 'Worst Failure' as Budget Report Leaks Early
The OBR apologised after its Budget forecast was published an hour early, a blunder it called its worst failure in 15 years. Read the full story of the leak and its fallout.
Watchdog reveals IT failure behind Budget leak blunder
The Office for Budget Responsibility calls its accidental early release of key Budget details the 'worst failure' in its history. Discover the full story and what happens next.
OBR Budget leak caused by years-old technical flaw
A shock report reveals a systemic OBR error may have allowed premature access to Budget documents for years, raising market manipulation fears. Read the full investigation.
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