https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/chris-mason-budget-needs-to-go-some-way-towards-delivering-pm-s-promisesContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/chris-mason-budget-needs-to-go-some-way-towards-delivering-pm-s-promiseshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/chris-mason-budget-needs-to-go-some-way-towards-delivering-pm-s-promises#u164605Sat, 31 Oct 2026 04:02:34 +0000The UK Chancellor, John Healey, is set to unveil his first budget under Prime Minister Andy Burnham, with a focus on addressing the cost of living crisis, energy bills, and devolution. The budget is expected to be a 'difficult moment' for the country, with economic realities posing significant challenges. Support on the cost of living and energy bills will be central to the budget.Why it mattersThe budget comes at a time when the UK is facing significant economic challenges. The Chancellor will need to balance the government's spending commitments with the need to support househ