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UK borrowing in May surges by more than expected
Borrowing is the difference between spending and income from taxes.
June 19, 2026Borrowing in April hit highest level since Covid
Borrowing was higher than expected last month and retail sales fell as fuel prices surged.
May 22, 2026UK long-term borrowing costs reach 28-year high
There have been extra jitters in UK government debt markets ahead of Thursday's local and national elections.
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Warning over 'fragile' public finances as borrowing rises
The UK borrowed £23.3bn in May, according to official figures, up almost a third on the same month last year. May's borrowing figure — the difference between spending and income from taxes — was £5.6
UK bond yields set for biggest weekly drop since 2024; retail sales fall as drivers cut back on fuel - as it happened
Time to wrap up… The UK borrowed more than expected in April as high inflation drove up the cost of pensions and benefits, with concern over the Iran war and political uncertainty adding to debt cost
UK long-term borrowing costs reach 28-year high
Long-term UK borrowing costs have reached their highest level since 1998 as the Iran war continues and concerns rise over political uncertainty in the lead-up to local and national elections. Governm