The Budget is about the long game on the economy and Reeves believes the current pain is a price worth paying.

Economists say tax rises in the Budget will mean employers have less to give as pay rises.

Analysts say the rise in borrowing costs is a sign the markets aren't happy about the increase in government spending.

The union representing more than 30,000 striking workers endorsed the offer and will hold a ballot on Monday.

As the cute character celebrates her 50th anniversary, the firm behind it is now a trillion yen business.