Key points at a glance
Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:55:27 GMT
Here’s what you need to know from John Healey’s first Budget, as the chancellor sets out the government’s tax and spending plans.
Chris Mason: Budget felt cautious despite its range of small measures
Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:52:16 GMT
The chancellor has had to grapple with a mix of public finances and household finances being a mess.
Will I get the £100 energy payment and when will I receive it?
Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:30:53 GMT
Here is what you need to know about the payment that millions will receive from January.
How the Budget affects you
Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:43:35 GMT
Changes announced by Chancellor John Healey in his first Budget will affect your finances directly. Here's how.
Watch: What are the main points from the Budget and how will they be funded?
Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:12:57 GMT
The BBC's Joe Pike explains key things outlined by the Chancellor.
Watch: At the scene of Spain's deadly train crash
Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:45:16 GMT
People have been killed after a Spanish high-speed train collided with another train south of the capital Madrid, making this the country's worst disaster since 2013.
What we know about the crash so far
Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:36:11 GMT
More than 500 passengers were on board the trains when the incident occurred in the province of Toledo, south of Madrid.
How could Israel break election deadlock? Here are four scenarios
Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:30:31 GMT
With 85% of votes counted, all signs point to an impasse. The most likely outcome may be new elections.
Tommy Robinson guilty of harassing two Daily Mail journalists
Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:53:16 GMT
The 43-year-old is convicted after a week-long trial at Southwark Crown Court.
Luxury cruise passengers stranded in Cambodia due to soaring fuel costs
Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:31:22 GMT
The Villa Vie Odyssey suspended its voyage and is working with passengers on "temporary living arrangements".
