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What's the UK budget?
The government's budget is a big financial plan outlining how much it expects to spend and collect in taxes. It influences everything from public services to your personal tax bill. The upcoming October budget from Andy Burnham’s government will detail new spending, like the £10 billion for London rental homes.
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