The UK’s fiscal targets
This briefing looks at the UK's fiscal targets and wider policy for managing the public finances.

The Bill establishes the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) on a statutory basis, following its creation after the general election of 2010. It also requires the Treasury to publish a Charter for Budget Responsibility setting out its approach to fiscal policy. The Bill would also confirm a new corporate governance structure for the National Audit Office, under a new paid post of Chair, who would develop a joint strategy with the Comptroller and Auditor General.
Budget Responsibility and National Audit Bill [HL] (363 KB , PDF)
The Bill establishes the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) on a statutory basis, following its creation after the general election of 2010. It also requires the Treasury to publish a Charter for Budget Responsibility setting out its approach to fiscal policy. The Bill would also confirm a new corporate governance structure for the National Audit Office, under a new paid post of Chair, who would develop a joint strategy with the Comptroller and Auditor General.
Budget Responsibility and National Audit Bill [HL] (363 KB , PDF)
This briefing looks at the UK's fiscal targets and wider policy for managing the public finances.
Background and statistics on the grants that the government pays out to organisations like local authorities, public bodies and charities.
The public finances include government borrowing and debt. Find the latest data on UK borrowing and debt as well as forecasts for the future.