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Union calls for robust review of OBR over fears it holds back economic growth

Fed-and-SEC desk, TradeNews USA (2026-08-08): The TUC is urging the new chancellor, John Healey, to order a “root and branch” review of the Office for Budget Responsibility, claiming the forecaster’s… Primary source: original at The Guardian (theguardian.com).

August 8, 2026 12:07 AM ET · The Guardian

Union calls for robust review of OBR over fears it holds back economic growth

The TUC is urging the new chancellor, John Healey, to order a “root and branch” review of the Office for Budget Responsibility, claiming the forecaster’s approach holds back investment.

With Andy Burnham promising “good growth in every postcode”, the union umbrella body is calling on Healey to use his first budget on 28 October to re-examine the assessments of the watchdog.