UK real wages show biggest G20 fall

According to the International Labour Organisation (ILO), in the three years to 2013 real wages in the UK showed a bigger drop than other G20 economies. Click here to find out more.

Analysts warn of 'colossal' spending cuts

The Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) has confronted Chancellor George Osborne following the spending cuts announced in the Autumn Statement. See our website for the whole article.

Government makes pre-announcements for Autumn Statement

In advance of the Autumn Statement, Chancellor George Osborne has unveiled plans for increased spending on UK infrastructure. Read the whole article here.

Government unveils new proposals to tackle late payment

New proposals obliging large and listed companies to publish detailed information about their payment practices and performance have been unveiled by the Business Minister Matthew Hancock. Read more here.

HMRC powers of entry to be replaced

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has confirmed that five of its powers of entry into premises will have to be reviewed or replaced, following a report commissioned by Chancellor George Osborne. Click here to read more.

Scotland set to gain landmark powers over income tax and welfare

The Scottish Parliament is set to gain almost complete control over income tax rates and bands and welfare spending, following the recommendations of the Smith Commission. Read the whole article on our website.

'Two thirds of parents' would consider new shared parental leave

With new shared parental leave rights coming into effect on 1 December, recent research suggests that around two thirds of working parents would consider taking advantage of the new system. Click here to read more.

Chancellor urged to 'boost infrastructure and encourage innovation' in Autumn Statement

The Confederation of British Industry (CBI) has urged Chancellor George Osborne to include measures to boost infrastructure and encourage innovation in his 2014 Autumn Statement, which will be presented on Wednesday 3 December. Read the full article on our website.

UK borrowing down but deficit still stands

The Office for National Statistics (ONS) has released figures showing that Government borrowing dropped from £7.9 billion in October last year to £7.7 billion in October this year. Click here to find out more

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