IMF chief economist tells Healey to 'stay the course' on UK finances as growth forecast is raised
The International Monetary Fund's top economist has urged John Healey to "stay the course" on repairing the UK's public finances, after the fund lifted its growth forecast for Britain to 1.3% this year. The IMF cut its forecast for 2027 to 1.2%, warning that higher energy prices and long-term interest rates weigh on consumption and investment.