Chancellor told Financial Times he would ensure country had ‘buffer’ against uncertainty as global bond yields hit 18-year high The chancellor has indicated that the UK will face a tough budget next month due to Trump’s war in the Middle East. In an interview with the Financial Times, John Healey said the conflict in Iran would probably have a strong influence on his first budget on 28 October. Continue reading...
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September 5, 2026 at 11:26 AM
John Healey warns of tough first budget as Middle East war puts pressure on economy
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