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KPMG sees UK fiscal headroom nearly halve
Read the full story: KPMG sees UK fiscal headroom nearly halveKPMG says Britain’s fiscal headroom has narrowed sharply before Budget. Its latest outlook combines stronger 2026 growth with higher borrowing and energy costs, leaving less room against the Government’s fiscal rules.
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Frasers faces investor opposition over finance chief bonus
Frasers faces investor opposition over its finance chief’s bonus award. Proxy advisers have questioned a £100,000 discretionary payment to Chris Wootton for delivering a new financing package.
