The 2026 Budget builds on the back of strong economic growth in the first half of the year. The overall direction of travel is clear and positive, writes Anna Valero. But the challenges of protecting investment and economic growth remain, especially in an environment of continued global economic storms and spending pressures.

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29 October 2026

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LSE British Politics

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https://blogs.lse.ac.uk/politicsandpolicy/the-2026-budget-buys-stability-and-points-in-the-right-direction-on-growth/

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