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Wed, 28 Oct 2026

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 What do you want from the Budget?

The BBC spoke to people in Cardiff and County Durham about their concerns ahead of the chancellor's Autumn Budget.
Budget Coverage: - A live update on the current budget plans is available. - Viewers are asked what they want from the budget. Other News Stories - The King of Bahamas has been filmed dancing in the capital's streets. - A Myanmar diplomat breaks down in tears, pleading for an end to his country's suffering. - Flavio Bolsonaro, brother of Brazil's former president, has arrived in the US following a recent election loss in Brazil. - Spain is dealing with the aftermath of a train crash that resulted in multiple deaths. - The Israeli election result is complex and difficult to interpret due to various factors at play. International Developments - A truce has been brokered by Melania Trump between Ukraine and Russia in Oleshky, with further details available. - The implications of Israel's election on Gaza and the wider world are being analyzed. - It may take some time for a new Israeli government to form due to various political considerations. Sports and Other News - Harry Kane has spoken about his recent Ballon d'Or win as a "dream come true." - WhatsApp was potentially used in Lula's re-election campaign, according to reports. - Sydney's new $5 billion airport is experiencing transportation issues, with getting there proving challenging.