Prøve GULL - Gratis

'Shifting sands' blamed as pre-Budget criticism rages

Derby Telegraph

|

November 24, 2025

A CABINET minister has defended the pre-Budget process, saying it has taken place on “shifting sands” amid fears about the economic impact of speculation about what it will contain.

'Shifting sands' blamed as pre-Budget criticism rages

Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander appearing on BBC1's current affairs show Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg

(JEFF OVERS/BBC/PA WIRE)

Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander also declined to deny that the Chancellor is planning a pay-per-mile scheme for electric vehicles, even as she boosts a grant that cuts upfront costs for buyers.

Speaker of the House Lindsay Hoyle has criticised what he called the “hokey cokey” Budget and called out ministers for leaking key announcements ahead of Wednesday.

FLERE HISTORIER FRA Derby Telegraph

Derby Telegraph

Bottom line is: we love a laugh

OMETH a rude name, cometh the man, so look away now if you're easily offended.

time to read

2 mins

December 11, 2025

Derby Telegraph

Reform UK's claim it had saved millions of pounds at county council found to be inaccurate and misleading

BUT ADMINISTRATION DESCRIBES IT AS A 'TECHNICALITY' AND 'SPLITTING HAIRS'

time to read

4 mins

December 11, 2025

Derby Telegraph

Levels of tooth decay among adults similar to those last seen in 1998

LEVELS of tooth decay among adults in England are now similar to those last seen more than 25 years ago, according to new figures.

time to read

1 mins

December 11, 2025

Derby Telegraph

Post Office releases final dates for sending Christmas cards and gifts

THE Post Office has released its last dates for Christmas posting to help people ensure their gifts arrive in time for the big day.

time to read

1 min

December 11, 2025

Derby Telegraph

'Crime-fighting blitz' to be launched this winter with increased police

NATIONWIDE crackdown on crime and antisocial behaviour this winter has been launched as police, councils, and businesses unite to protect shoppers, retail workers, and Christmas revellers.

time to read

2 mins

December 11, 2025

Derby Telegraph

Late goals but it's honours even at Pride Park

RAMS GRAB EQUALISER FOR DRAW AGAINST MILLWALL

time to read

2 mins

December 11, 2025

Derby Telegraph

Top footwear brand opens 'bigger and better' store at designer outlet

A MAJOR footwear brand has refurbished and reopened its branch at a Derbyshire shopping outlet.

time to read

1 min

December 11, 2025

Derby Telegraph

Resident doctors to consult on whether or not to call off strike action

RESIDENT doctors are to be consulted on whether or not to call off their upcoming strike after receiving an offer from the Government, the British Medical Association (BMA) has said.

time to read

1 mins

December 11, 2025

Derby Telegraph

Derby Telegraph

Platform and Miller Homes partner to deliver 23 affordable city homes

PLATFORM

time to read

1 mins

December 11, 2025

Derby Telegraph

Suspected drink-driver crashed and fled, leaving his injured passenger

CAMPAIGN SEES 6 ARRESTS FOR DRUG-DRIVING AND 15 FOR DRINK-DRIVING OR FAILING TO PROVIDE A SPECIMEN

time to read

1 mins

December 11, 2025

Listen

Translate

Share

-
+

Change font size