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There is unexploded ordnance in the UK economy, and there are fears that it will start to ignite.

Green is out and black is back. Its a comeback that has been bubbling away in the oil industry. But Shells boss, Wael Sawan, is now backing the shift big-time.

Home secretary is facing questions from the home affairs select committee

Truss and Kwarteng's errors are a cautionary tale for future leaders, former cabinet secretary tells peers

Instant removal of Treasury’s permanent secretary potentially worsened mini-budget crisis, parliamentary committee hears

In today’s newsletter: The ex-deputy PM has found ample support from some quarters after an investigation into bullying was released. Our political correspondents explain how Raab’s anger drove the discourse

Former criminal barrister Alex Chalk KC takes the reins after bullying allegations against predecessor are upheld

A former Treasury chief who oversaw the programme and a Keynesian economist who champions public investment debate one of the most controversial policies of modern times

A former Treasury chief who oversaw the programme and a Keynesian economist who champions public investment debate one of the most controversial policies of modern times

What is the appropriate act to mark the fiftieth anniversary of Value Added Tax in the UK? Are we celebrating? Surely not. Are we mourning? If only. But we should at least pause and reflect on the central role that VAT has played in our recent economic history.  The third largest source of tax revenue,