Before and after major fiscal events we look at the key issues facing the government and assess the choices it makes, drawing on expertise across IfG.
There are usually at least two major set-piece fiscal events each year in the UK – a budget, spring statement and sometimes a spending review – that provide an update on the economic outlook and the decisions the government has made about how much and what to tax, how much to spend and on what, and what level of borrowing and debt it is comfortable bearing.
In the run-up to these events, we produce commentary, podcasts and other short analyses of the main issues facing the government. These draw on a wide range of Institute work and expertise. On the day of the announcement and in the days afterwards, we talk to the media, publish commentary, hold events and produce podcasts highlighting and debating the most noteworthy developments – decisions taken, opportunities taken and missed.
Analysis of past fiscal events
22 NOV 2023 Comment
Six things we learned from the 2023 autumn statement
The chancellor presented his autumn statement alongside the latest forecasts from the independent Office for Budget Responsibility.
15 MAR 2023 Comment
Six things we learned from the spring budget 2023
What the chancellor's announcement revealed about the government's plans for tax and spending policy.
17 NOV 2022 Comment
Five things we learned from Jeremy Hunt's 2022 autumn statement
The IfG team give their verdict on the chancellor's autumn statement and what it means for government borrowing, households and public services.
18 MAR 2022 Comment
Six things we learned from the 2022 spring statement
Before the statement, we set out six things that the Institute for Government was looking out for in the chancellor’s announcement.
