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How Britain’s Fiscal Watchdog Unraveled After the Budget Data Leak

How Britain’s Fiscal Watchdog Unraveled After the Budget Data Leak

Long-standing friction with ministers predated the Budget data leak that forced Richard Hughes out, exposing weaknesses in the watchdog’s independence and governance.

Financial Times 2 min read
#Richard Hughes #fiscal watchdog #Budget leak

OBR chair resigns after premature forecast release disrupts Autumn Budget

The Office for Budget Responsibility chair resigned after a premature publication of fiscal forecasts on Wednesday, plunging the UK Autumn Budget into disarray and prompting scrutiny.

CNBC Top News 2 min read
#Office for Budget Responsibility #Autumn Budget #fiscal forecasts
UK to Freeze Rail Fares in Autumn Budget, Easing Costs for Season-Ticket Holders

UK to Freeze Rail Fares in Autumn Budget, Easing Costs for Season-Ticket Holders

Autumn Budget will freeze regulated UK rail fares, promising many season-ticket holders on busy routes savings of hundreds annually and relief for commuters.

Financial Times 2 min read
#rail fares #Autumn Budget #season tickets