Reeves rejects claims she misused OBR forecasts, denying she misled voters about tax rises and the fiscal gap. The PM will defend the Budget and emphasise growth as MPs consider inquiries into whether figures were overstated.
Nato leaders are weighing a tougher strategy against hybrid threats, with the UK backing a shift from reactive defence to proactive disruption. Priorities include safeguarding subsea cables, strengthening cyber resilience, and tightening coordination with US and European partners.
Ministers allege Reeves and the PM overstated a gap in the public finances to pave the way for tax rises, withholding final OBR forecasts and key productivity data from cabinet. Reeves rejects the charge, saying tough choices were needed to tackle borrowing, inflation and weak growth.
Kemi Badenoch urges the PM to dismiss Chancellor Rachel Reeves, alleging the public was misled over the Benefits Budget. She says trust has been damaged. A petition for Reeves to go has drawn tens of thousands of signatures, while No 10 is expected to defend her.
An appeal raises funds for Lifelites to supply hospices with assistive and sensory technology, helping seriously ill children communicate, learn and play. The programme aims to expand kits and training nationwide, bringing inclusive devices to families who would otherwise miss out.
Nigel Farage has asked the ethics watchdog to investigate the Chancellor, alleging she misled voters by warning of a £20bn hole before the Budget, despite OBR briefings suggesting headroom. He says the conduct merits a probe, drawing the PM into questions over standards.
Rachel Reeves faces a referral to government ethics officials after Nigel Farage alleged she misled the public about the size of the fiscal gap used to justify tax rises. He says forecasts don’t back her headroom claims; the Treasury says its figures reflect OBR assessments.
The PM says his economic plan will take years to deliver, rejecting calls for quick fixes after the budget. He backs Reeves’ tax rises and outlines pro-growth reforms, including targeted deregulation and closer European links, urging voters to judge it at the end of the parliament.
Lindsey Burrow backs a drive to award Kevin Sinfield a knighthood in the New Year Honours, praising his tireless fundraising and awareness work for MND inspired by Rob Burrow. Supporters say his endurance challenges have raised millions and transformed public understanding.
The PM defends Chancellor Rachel Reeves after claims she misled on the public finances to justify £26bn tax rises. Reeves denies dishonesty. He argues her plans deliver stability and build fiscal headroom to protect the economy from future shocks.
Rachel Reeves denied misleading over the Budget during a TV clash with Kemi Badenoch. She rejected claims she invented a £30bn gap to justify higher taxes, saying she relied on official briefings. The dispute continues as critics scrutinise her figures and messaging.