The government’s 2025 spring statement has come under fire from the CIPD, the professional body for HR and people development, which warns that the Chancellor’s plans risk undermining business productivity and job creation by failing to address the real workplace challenges faced by employers. While the Chancellor announced increased funding for defence and infrastructure, CIPD […]
The government’s pledge to invest £300 million in HMRC over the next five years to close the UK’s tax gap has been branded “wholly insufficient” by a leading tax expert, who warned that without a long-term strategy and systemic reform, the country’s complex tax system will continue to hinder progress. Nimesh Shah, CEO of audit, […]
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered her 2025 spring statement today, outlining £14 billion in cuts to restore the UK’s fiscal headroom and committing £2.2 billion in defence investment. While the measures are aimed at tackling Britain’s debt and boosting economic resilience, business leaders have voiced concern that the statement did little to support growth, especially among […]
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered her spring statement today, unveiling a £14 billion package of cuts and new investments aimed at restoring the UK’s fiscal credibility and boosting long-term productivity. Against a backdrop of weak growth and rising debt, Reeves outlined measures to rein in public spending, drive efficiency across government departments and invest in critical […]
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has pledged £3.25 billion to public service reform in her spring statement, placing artificial intelligence (AI) and cutting-edge technology at the heart of government efforts to boost productivity, modernise operations, and support long-term economic growth. The investment comes amid a challenging economic backdrop, with the Office for Budget Responsibility recently halving its […]