£27 billion spent on NIC, business investment relief and welfare.

The reactions to plans to reduce debt, cut taxes, reward work.

Less than half know their pension goes to nominated beneficiaries.

Stagnation is attributed to high-interest rates and inflation.

Chancellor plans to deliver growth and boost business investment.

Current approach could conflict with tax simplification aims.

Self-assessment payments via the app hit £121 million.

Stakeholders urged to participate in the consultation process.

A sign of potential relief amidst economic challenges.

Insolvency numbers rise as directors ‘run out of options’.