Building Britain’s resilience and improving living standards The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Mr Healey, has set out the Government’s ambition to put the country on a stronger long-term footing, including measures to improve housing provision, strengthen national resilience and support people at every stage of life. Mr Healey announced that the Budget prioritises investment in social and affordable housing, action to tackle rough sleeping, opportunities for first-time buyers and measures to...

Immediate bill relief and long-term energy reform Mr Healey, Chancellor of the Exchequer, described the Budget as a shift in the Government’s energy policy, responding to the impact of the conflict in the Middle East on household and business bills. He said the Budget would provide immediate financial support and introduce longer-term reforms to improve the energy system for households and businesses. He highlighted progress towards clean power, arguing that the next priority is to unlock...

Easing cost pressures across retail, hospitality and leisure The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Mr Healey, said the Budget includes measures to support small businesses, protect local venues and ease cost pressures across the retail, hospitality and leisure sectors. These measures are intended to help businesses manage operating costs, maintain their presence on high streets and in local communities and support the long-term sustainability of sectors that make an important contribution to...