It's the figures behind Rachel Reeves' figures which are most disheartening - Nigel Nelson
They show what a mess the British economy is really in, writes Fleet Street's longest-serving political editor
Raising the minimum wage is another weight tied around our ankles. This is suicide - Adam Brooks
The Chancellor is ignoring the cold reality of running a small business with thin margins and a shrinking customer base, writes publican and broadcaster Adam Brooks
Rachel Reeves's Robin Hood Budget steals from middle classes to give to loafer liars - Carole Malone
Unlike Robin Hood, Rachel Reeves won’t be stealing from the rich and giving to the poor, writes columnist Carole Malone
