HMRC performance survey sparks scrutiny
Negative feedback expected due to summer helpline closures.
Government finances show biggest surplus in 30 years
A £16.7bn surplus has been reported.
Maximum council tax hikes imminent
Most English councils to raise council tax by 4.99%.
Record long-term sickness could harm economy
UK’s workforce is 700,000 smaller than pre-Covid levels.
UK enters recession amid economic challenges
GDP falls by 0.3%.