I Dont Believe That For ONE Moment , Former Conservative Party Leader On 22bn Black Hole

Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces a fresh headache ahead of her first Budget this autumn after official figures revealed government borrowing jumped by more than expected last month. Borrowing rose to 13. 7 billion last month, marking the third highest August on record, driven by higher spending on public services due to increased running costs and pay increases. The increase means public sector debt hit 100 of gross domestic product (GDP) at the end of August 2024. The figure, which excludes public sector banks, means national debt is at levels last seen in the early 1960s, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) said. Talks Alex Phillips is joined by former Conservative Party leader Iain Duncan Smith, who says he doesnt believe for one moment there was a 22 billion black hole left by the Tories. Click here for more from Talk If you need any help visit: , labour, keirstarmer, rachelreeves