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UK government borrowing exceeds forecasts in August
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UK public sector net borrowing in August was £18.3bn.
The UK government borrowed £18.3bn in August, exceeding forecasts by the Office for Budget Responsibility and City analysts. The figures increased pressure on Chancellor John Healey before the next budget.
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UK public sector net borrowing in August was £18.3bn.
“public sector net borrowing ... was £18.3bn”
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UK public sector net borrowing in August was £2.9bn higher than in August 2025.
“£2.9bn higher last month than in August 2025”
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August borrowing was £3.5bn higher than the Office for Budget Responsibility forecast.
“£3.5bn higher than expected by the government’s independent forecaster”