In numbers
Wednesday 28 October 2026
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John Healey’s UK budget sets out energy bill help, wage rises and savings changes
The chancellor announced a £100 energy payment for some households, higher minimum wages and a lower Lifetime ISA withdrawal penalty for certain first-time buyers.
BusinessEuropean gas benchmark crosses €100 as winter supply concerns grow
The Dutch TTF contract reached €100 per megawatt-hour for the first time since 2022. Businesses face quicker cost pressure than households on retail contracts.
BusinessIndia's renewable energy ministry estimates $220 billion investment need through 2030
Ministry Secretary Santosh Sarangi outlined the investment requirement for solar, power transmission and other sectors as India pursues its 2030 capacity target.
BusinessUK announces more than £10bn in support for Ukraine, including air defence funding
HM Treasury says the package combines three years of economic support, additional funding for air defences this winter and expanded export-finance capacity.
BusinessWales Budget measures include energy relief, £450m for services and transport funding
The UK government says its 2026 Budget will reduce some household energy costs in Wales, extend fuel-duty relief and provide additional money for public services and projects.
WorldNetanyahu bloc edges ahead in Israel count, but neither side has a majority
With 70% of votes counted, both main blocs appeared short of the 61 seats needed to govern. Arab-led parties could become pivotal as absentee ballots remain outstanding.
BusinessJohn Healey plans to remove gas standing charges from household bills
The chancellor says he will ask Ofgem to remove the fixed daily gas fee in 2027 or soon after. The Treasury estimates that 60% of account-holding households would save an average of £45 a year.
BusinessChalmers plays down another fuel discount as Australian inflation rises to 4.3%
Australia’s treasurer says the budget cannot sustain fuel excise relief indefinitely as higher fuel costs add to inflation and expectations of an interest rate rise.
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