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Office of Budgetary Responsibility (OBR)

The independent UK Office for Budget Responsibility was established in 2010 to monitor the public sector’s finances. Twice a year – alongside each Budget and Autumn Statement – the OBR produces detailed forecasts for the coming five years, assessing the likely impact of policy decisions and expected developments in the UK economy.