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Economy Update

05 January 2022

Proposing MP
Richmond and Northallerton
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Treasury

At a Glance

Issue Summary

The Minister is providing an update on economic forecasts and the fiscal framework for the upcoming Budget.

Action Requested

I have asked the Office for Budget Responsibility to produce a new economic forecast for March 23, 2022, as required by law. Additionally, I have laid before Parliament an updated Charter for Budget Responsibility reflecting the government's fiscal rules and investment plans announced in Autumn Budget and Spending Review 2021.

Key Facts

  • The OBR must produce a forecast at least twice each financial year.
  • An updated Charter for Budget Responsibility has been published, including modified guidance to the OBR.
  • A debate and votes on the updated Charter and welfare cap will be scheduled in due course.
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