Chancellor Rachel Reeves is expected to increase capital gains tax (CGT) on the sale of shares and other assets, but will leave the rate on second homes and buy-to-let properties unchanged

Construction work on a major £22 million redevelopment of Greenock Town Centre is set to begin in early 2025.

It is understood the Treasury is looking at making the scheme, which helps people take out a mortgage with a 5% deposit, available for another year.