October public finances reveal £17bn shortfall in UK budget
Chancellor relies on tax rises to address fiscal challenges.
Small businesses face sharpest decline in recent years
Rising costs could lead to further small business challenges.
Retailers warn about rising employment costs
Leaders urge Chancellor to rethink tax plans to protect jobs.
Average house price drops by £5000 in November
Autumn Budget impacts market before the festive slowdown.
UK economic growth slows to a crawl
Budget uncertainty is blamed for weak economic performance.