Assessing the Fiscal Risks Ahead of the Spending Review
With the Government’s Spending Review set for 11 June, this report offers a timely and in-depth analysis of the UK’s fragile economic position and the critical decisions that lie ahead.
Written by Jamie Selig, Political Consultant for the Economy and Financial Services at Dods, the briefing explores the economic and fiscal pressures shaping the UK’s outlook, and what they mean for growth, policy direction, and the fiscal credibility of Spending Review plans and future budgets.
What the report covers
The report examines the Government’s increasingly constrained fiscal strategy, shaped by:
- The shrinking fiscal headroom and what it means for future tax and spending decisions
- The impact of global trade tensions and rising borrowing costs
- Persistent productivity challenges and their effect on long-term growth
- Declining business and consumer confidence across the UK economy
Why this matters now
The upcoming Spending Review on 11 June 2025 is a critical moment. With economic risks mounting and policy space shrinking, the Government faces tough choices. This report sets out what’s at stake and provides essential insight into the pressures driving fiscal policy in the months ahead.
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