October public finances reveal £17bn shortfall in UK budget

Chancellor relies on tax rises to address fiscal challenges.

Small businesses face sharpest decline in recent years

Rising costs could lead to further small business challenges.

Retailers warn about rising employment costs

Leaders urge Chancellor to rethink tax plans to protect jobs.

Average house price drops by £5000 in November

Autumn Budget impacts market before the festive slowdown.

UK economic growth slows to a crawl

Budget uncertainty is blamed for weak economic performance.