Heads say they face tough choices on school spending as costs rise
A new report says schools in England may have to make cuts to meet pupils' needs and cover pay rises.
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Pound falls as borrowing costs rise to highest since 2008
Economists have warned the rise could ultimately mean further tax rises or cuts to spending plans.BBC News - 3h -
UK school budgets eroded by spiralling special needs costs, report shows
SEN spending and higher wages leave headteachers facing ‘very tight’ accounts in 2025, says IFSFinancial Times - 20h -
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Online holiday spending rises nearly 9%, as deep discounts and AI-powered chatbots fuel purchases, Adobe data says
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France signals fewer spending cuts and tax rises ahead of budget talks
Economy minister seeks to ‘protect growth’ with slightly higher deficit target for 2025Financial Times - 2d -
Johnson faces tough road on Trump agenda after dramatic Speaker vote
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UK heading for tax rises despite return to growth, economists say
The FT’s annual poll forecasts better performance than France and GermanyFinancial Times - 5d -
Bus passengers in England face £1 fare cap rise
One leading lobby group said it would result in a "costly start" to 2025 for many bus passengers.BBC News - Jan. 1
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Cold snap grips UK with amber snow warning and -20C possible overnight
Yellow snow and ice warnings spanning Wednesday and Thursday are in place across the UK.BBC News - 1h -
Liam Payne cause of death confirmed as UK inquest opens
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Mother 'not surprised' son killed on London bus
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Trump meets with CEO of Walmart at Mar-a-Lago
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California wildfires maps show evacuations, power outages, air quality
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