UK Government Borrowing Exceeds Forecasts in April
The UK government borrowed a higher-than-expected £24.3 billion in April, with inflation contributing to an increased benefits bill. This figure surpassed earlier forecasts for the month.
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Government borrowing higher than expected in April
Borrowing, the difference between spending and income from taxes, was £24.3bn last month.
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Figure comes as Middle East conflict and political turmoil darken outlook for the public finances
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Figure comes amid rising cost of pensions as bond market jitters take monthly debt interest to £10.3bn Business live – latest updates The UK borrowed more than expected in April as high inflation drove up the cost of pensions and benefits, amid concern over the Iran war and political uncertainty adding to debt costs. The Office for National Statistics said public sector net borrowing – the difference between government spending and income – was £24.3bn in April 2026, £4.9bn higher than in ...
By Richard Partington Senior economics correspondent
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