Rising inflation is also dampening the chances of another Bank Rate cut this year.

Pre-Budget speculation takes the shine off recent rate cuts, Moneyfacts says.

The Chancellor risks a new ‘Omnishambles’ Budget if she raids pension tax relief, a new report warns.

It is expected that Labour will honour its manifesto commitment not to raise income tax, VAT or national insurance for employees.

GDP data provides some relief for Reeves ahead of the Autumn Budget, economists say.

Proposals under review include potential changes to how wealth can be passed on before death to reduce inheritance tax liabilities. 

Autumn tax rises are 'almost inevitable', warns NIESR.

Ben Thompson, deputy CEO at Mortgage Advice Bureau, reflects on the outcome of Spring Statement and the need for more concrete support for aspiring buyers.

The government is aiming to build 1.5 million new homes this parliament.

A range of industry experts from across the mortgage and housing sectors call for change ahead of the Spring Statement.