UK national debt23 Nov 2025Could the Budget help turn Generation Z into generation debt?There's growing concern that current tax and spending policies help pensioners, but are unfair on younger generations.23 Nov 202514 Nov 2025What's behind Rachel Reeves's 'hokey cokey' on income tax rises?The bond markets selling UK debt, which the chancellor had spent months courting, reacted badly to her change of heart on income tax rises14 Nov 202522 Jan 2025Reeves optimistic despite surprise rise in UK borrowingBorrowing - the difference between spending and tax revenue - hit its highest December level for four years.22 Jan 202512 Sep 2024National debt forecast to treble over next 50 yearsAn ageing population, climate change and geopolitical tensions all add pressure to the public finances, a report says.12 Sep 20249 Feb 2024Fact-checking Treasury minister's claim on debtLaura Trott told the BBC that government debt is falling but official figures say it is rising.9 Feb 20249 Feb 2024Treasury secretary falters over 'basic' debt questionLaura Trott and the BBC's Evan Davis disagree over the question of falling government debt.9 Feb 202419 Dec 2023Watchdog rebukes Sunak over claim debt fallingThe UK Statistics Authority says the assertion "may have undermined trust" in the government's use of data.19 Dec 20231 Nov 2023The flashing warning sign that is worrying investorsGovernment borrowing costs are soaring again, raising concerns about the economy.1 Nov 20234 Oct 2023Cost of national debt hits 20-year highThe rise in the cost of borrowing comes as chancellor, Jeremy Hunt prepares for the autumn statement.4 Oct 2023...
