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Treasury launches inquiry into leak of growth forecasts

The Treasury will investigate a potential leak regarding a downgraded economic growth forecast, as stated by Treasury Permanent Secretary James Bowler.
The Chancellor's upcoming update on the economy may require spending cuts if the Office for Budget Responsibility's forecast is reduced.
Downing Street highlighted upgrades from the OECD and IMF to the UK's growth forecast, despite concerns about the OBR's downgrade.
Conservative Shadow Chancellor Mel Stride criticized the Government for needing serious solutions to economic issues.

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Treasury launches inquiry into leak of growth forecasts

Bloomberg has reported that the OBR is set to downgrade its growth forecasts for the UK. The Treasury official who confirmed the inquiry insisted the existence of the probe does not confirm the reports were true.

10 days ago·United Kingdom

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Treasury launches leak inquiry over reports OBR has cut UK growth forecast

The watchdog is reported to have cut its growth forecast for the UK, causing problems for the Chancellor as she attempts to stick to her fiscal rules.

10 days ago·London, United Kingdom

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