The independent Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) has warned that further welfare cuts and tax rises are "on the cards" if the Chancellor is to meet ...
The era of austerity could last until 2018 as George Osborne is forced to extend spending cuts still further into the next parliament, a respected eco...
The range of services available free on the NHS should be reconsidered, financial experts have said, after research suggests that the health service i...
The government's benefit cap may create a "couple penalty" in the welfare system, encouraging spouses and partners to live apart, a leading economic t...
The UK government is on course underspend by more than £3bn this year, according to analysis from the Institute of Fiscal Studies (IFS). Despite deep...
Children born in August are less likely to go on to study at top universities, more likely to be bullied at school and struggle to catch up with their...
Schools and universities are facing the largest cuts to public education spending since the 1950s, which could lead to a drop in achievement, accordin...
The 50p top rate of tax may not be bringing in any income for the Government and could even be costing the Treasury revenue, a leading economic think-...
The impact of public spending cuts and tax rises on UK household incomes will be felt for up to 10 years, an economic study has warned, as the worst e...