The Chancellor of the Exchequer, the Rt Hon Rachel Reeves MP, delivered her 2026 Spring Statement on Tuesday afternoon. The OBR’s forecast was made before the latest conflict developments in the Middle East and does not take into account any potential fallouts from this, such as impact on gas prices, which have risen steeply since the beginning of March.
What did the Chancellor say in the Spring Statement? Read More »
Nigel Farage reveals the first members of Reform UK’s ‘Shadow Cabinet’. See who is taking on key spokesperson roles.
Reform UK’s ‘Shadow Cabinet’, who made the cut? Read More »
Labour’s NEC has blocked Andy Burnham from standing in the Gorton and Denton by-election. We examine the decision, Starmer’s role and the stakes ahead of NEC elections.
Why Labour’s NEC Blocked Andy Burnham from Standing for Parliament Read More »
Explore the new Political Peerages list for the House of Lords, featuring nominations from Labour, Liberal Democrats, and Conservatives.
New House of Lords Nominees Announced Read More »
On 22 August 2025, Reform UK announced the appointment of six new members to the Party’s decision-making board.
Reform UK Announces Party Board Members Read More »
Learn how to submit a representation to HM Treasury for the Autumn Statement 2025. Deadline is 15 October. Tips, portal link, and guidance included.
How to Submit a Representation to HM Treasury for Autumn Budget 2025 Read More »
Scotland’s Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes MSP will step down in 2026. What does this mean for the SNP, Scottish independence, and business engagement with Holyrood? Read Brevia Consulting’s public affairs analysis.
What does Kate Forbes’ departure mean for the SNP? Read More »
Most investors have long recognised the role UK government policy, regulatory change and stakeholder scrutiny can have on their investments. But with electoral politics now changing as rapidly as financial and operational environments, politics is increasingly shaping deal outcomes and portfolio value.
How investors can manage political risk in the UK market Read More »
On 2 June 2025, the Government published the Strategic Defence Review, the first such review since 2021. The Review sets out principles for UK Defence, in order to respond to new threats that have arisen in the last four years.
The Strategic Defence Review Read More »
On 27 May 2025, the Government announced a major investment in workforce development through a new skills strategy designed to train the next generation of construction workers, healthcare professionals, and digital specialists. The initiative, part of the wider Plan for Change, aims to address longstanding skills shortages, strengthen the UK economy, and reduce dependence on migration by building homegrown talent.
UK Government Launches £3 Billion Skills Programme for Key Sectors Read More »