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The 2026 Budget will take place on Wednesday 28 October.
The government has said it will stick to its fiscal rules to support economic stability and provide certainty, while using the Budget to drive growth in every postcode and ease cost-of-living pressures.
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Today, we remember the terrible tragedy of the Aberfan disaster and the 144 lives lost on 21 October 1966.
Heddiw, rydyn ni'n cofio trasiedi ofnadwy trychineb Aberfan a'r 144 bywydau a gollwyd ar 21 Hydref 1966.
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I want Britain’s energy wealth to spark a new wave of clean power.
Our decision to approve Jackdaw alongside the new Energy Wealth Fund means we invest in green transition and benefit from our existing natural resources.
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These GDP figures are welcome news.
Despite conflicts in the Middle East and Europe hitting people across the world, today’s figures offer more proof of Britain’s resilience in the face of these global shocks.
GDP grew 0.7% in the three months to August 2026, following revised growth of 0.5% in the three months to July.
Services grew (+0.9%) while production (-0.2%) and construction (-1.0%) both fell.
Read the full article ➡️ ons.gov.uk/economy/grossdome…
ALT GDP growth in the UK In the three months to August 2026 GDP up 0.7% Services up 0.9% Production down 0.2% Construction down 1.0% Publication: GDP monthly estimate, UK: August 2026
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Good news today: IMF has upgraded UK growth to 1.3% for 2026. Our economy is showing resilience, despite turbulence in energy markets and global trade.
We’re strengthening our public finances, with government borrowing set to fall to the lowest level in the G7 by 2030.
IMF Growth Forecast 2026:
🇺🇸 US: 2.3%
🇩🇪 Germany: 1.3%
🇫🇷 France: 0.4%
🇮🇹 Italy: 0.8%
🇪🇸 Spain: 2.5%
🇬🇧 UK: 1.3%
🇯🇵 Japan:0.7%
🇨🇦 Canada: 1.1%
🇨🇳 China:4.5%
🇮🇳 India: 7.0%
🇷🇺 Russia:0.9%
🇧🇷 Brazil: 2.2%
🇲🇽 Mexico: 1.5%
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia: -3.3%
🇳🇬 Nigeria: 4.2%
🇿🇦 South Africa: 1.0%
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Conflict in the Middle East and Europe is hitting people around the world, but the UK economy is showing strong resilience.
This week I’ll meet finance ministers in Bangkok to discuss how we limit the impact on people and businesses, provide some breathing space and drive growth
NEW:
From Bangkok, IMF World Economic Outlook released…
- Upgrades UK growth this year by 0.3% to 1.3%, joint second highest in G7, defying the idea the UK would be hardest hit by Iran war… but inflation higher and growth trimmed next year
- UK “stands out” on deficit reduction, IMF Chief economist tells me, as its figures show a 3.9% point fall in deficit from 2025-2031, significantly more than other G7 nations, with 3 of them actually increasing their deficits over this time.
- IMF says UK should “stay course” on fiscal plans, Chancellor arrives tomorrow
- overall story of resilience in world economy, despite the clouds from the Gulf, as AI boosts US, Asia and UK to some degree… energy and trade proving flexible in dealing with shocks
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Putin's war depends on money, oil revenues and the networks that help sustain them.
Today, the UK is imposing 38 new sanctions to disrupt those networks.
The message is simple: if you help Russia fund or equip this war, you will face the consequences.
ALT Red graphic with white text that reads more uk sanctions on Russia.
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Planning a long drive?
@googlemaps won’t just give directions, it will help you find the cheapest fuel near you.
Today our Fuel Finder scheme has been rolled out on Google Maps to support millions of drivers to save at the pump.
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ALT Fuel Finder. Compare local fuel prices - now one Google Maps
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What you need to know about changes to the state pension 👇
The most important one: it will keep rising every single year.
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I want Britain to win! 🇬🇧
So every single day this week, I’m taking you for a walk with an iconic British founder.
The people behind some of the biggest businesses to come out of this country. How they started, what it took and why the UK is a place to build something extraordinary.
We spend a lot of time talking about what’s going wrong. This week, I want to show you what’s possible!
One of you is sitting on an idea that could become the next great British business. I want one of my walks to be the reason you finally start.
Follow @tarakeeney for a new founder every day this week. Let’s get Britain building ❤️🔥
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We're cracking down on illicit vapes. From today, the new Vaping Products Duty and Vaping Duty Stamps Scheme are in effect.
Keep an eye out for the new duty stamps wherever you buy vapes; they're there to protect the high street and stamp out illegal trade.
The Financial Secretary to the Treasury, @jamesmurray_ldn MP explains how the new duty works, and why it matters for cutting youth vaping in the UK.
No Stamp. No Sale.
Find out more below. ⬇️
#vaping #vapingduty #HMRC
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From the cost of living to cost of business, the lasting answer is stronger growth. I welcome today's upward GDP revision, which means the UK had the fastest G7 growth so far this year
This is fragile with big global pressures, but we’ll keep driving for growth in every postcode
Today’s new GDP figures, revised in line with the 2026 Blue Book, show GDP grew 0.5% in Quarter 2 (April to June) 2026, up 0.1 percentage points from the previous estimate.
Read more ➡️ ons.gov.uk/economy/grossdome…
ALT Bar chart showing real GDP is estimated to have increased by 0.5% in Quarter 2 2026 revised up by 0.1 percentage points from our first quarterly estimate.
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HMNB Clyde will receive three new floating docks through a UK-only competition.
Part of Programme Euston, the new facilities will enable crucial maintenance for the UK’s current and future fleet of nuclear submarines, allowing essential upgrades and repairs to be carried out.
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If you don't have help from the bank of Mum and Dad, this is for you:
This government is introducing the Your First Home scheme to help more young people buy their first home with a deposit of just 2.5%.
That means less to save upfront, and lower monthly costs once you’ve got the keys.
And this help is coming soon, with pre-registration set to open by the end of the year.
ALT Graphic reads: Launching soon, first-time buyers scheme with 2.5% deposit.
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This #NationalManufacturingDay, we're celebrating the best of British - and the home of Henry.
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Good to speak with @SecScottBessent today about stepping up pressure on Iran and how we work together to drive growth in both our nations. 🇬🇧 🇺🇸
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Manchester has been selected to host world leaders for the G20 Summit in November 2027.
This Summit will bring together the world’s largest economies and seize opportunities for British people and businesses.
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South Wales’ semiconductor cluster is one of the UK’s biggest high-tech success stories - reindustrialisation happening in real time.
It’s creating high-skilled jobs and building the industries of the future.
@WalesOffice @SKinnock
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Last week in Newport I saw first-hand how Britain's reindustrialisation is taking shape.
Backed by UK Government investment, South Wales is developing the semiconductors that power AI, advanced manufacturing, clean energy and defence. This is reindustrialisation in action.
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The war in the Middle East is impacting on inflation worldwide. Not just here at home.
Restoring hope won’t happen overnight, but our early action to cut tax on electricity bills, cap bus fares and cut business rates for pubs, clubs and music venues is providing breathing space.