Institute for Fiscal Studies

Burnham's UK government faces economic, political tests

332 clusters · 2292 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: UK Prime Minister faces calls for wealth tax and energy relief

Since taking office on 20 July 2026, Prime Minister Andy Burnham has pursued a reform-driven agenda while confronting fiscal and political pressures. His administration is preparing for an October 28 budget amid a £115bn

Ghana economy: growth gains offset by debt and fiscal risks

19 clusters · 40 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Ghana economy grows 6.0% in Q2 2026 driven by ICT

Ghana’s economic recovery shows signs of macroeconomic stability, though experts warn of underlying structural risks. While real GDP growth reached 6.4% in Q1 2026 and inflation fell to approximately 5.3%, the sustainabi

John Healey's fiscal agenda and rising borrowing costs

11 clusters · 44 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: UK Chancellor John Healey announces £150m fund for northern firms

In early September 2026, Chancellor John Healey continued to refine his economic agenda ahead of the October 28 Budget. He emphasized a growth strategy designed to reach “every postcode” by supporting local governments,

UK government fiscal and education policy scrutiny

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Andy Burnham faces criticism over rising UK university tuition fees

Prime Minister Andy Burnham is facing political and economic scrutiny regarding fiscal and social policies in the United Kingdom. Financial experts and former chancellors have cautioned against a proposal to increase an