The Latest Breaking News from Jeremy Hunt

The UK chancellor, Jeremy Hunt, has unveiled new rules for welfare benefit claimants. Under the government’s back to work plan, £2.5 billion of funding is to be allocated to employment support schemes with the aim of getting over 1 million people with long-term health conditions or disabilities, as well as…

Tradespeople taking their vans to Midlands garage say changes to national insurance are a drop in ocean as costs have soared

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt disclosed the UK government's intention to explore options for divesting its remaining 38.6 per cent stake in NatWest Group.

Hunt defended the move, asserting that it aligns with the government's commitment to supporting businesses and individuals during challenging times.

Editorial: The political parties are already in battle mode and the choice is clear. Britain should go to the polls in early 2024

Letters: Stephen Butler, Carolyn Sutton, Debbie Cameron respond to benefits changes in the autumn statement. Plus a letter from a reader who highlights the structural difficulties disabled people face in the workplace

At first glance, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s autumn statement appears to reduce the tax burden, increase pay and make our lives a bit easier. But given the cost of living and other pressures, the big picture is not as pretty. If you’re a young professional, here’s what the changes could mean…

Already squeezed criminal justice system, schools and local government would face painful cuts if chancellor’s sums are to add up

Ahead of the UK government’s latest economic statement, the chancellor, Jeremy Hunt, and the secretary of state for work and pensions, Mel Stride, unveiled a new employment support package dubbed the back to work plan.