UK pays highest borrowing rate since 1998 as pressure builds on public finances – business live – The Guardian Posted on September 8, 2026 By Malcolm Knoll No Comments on UK pays highest borrowing rate since 1998 as pressure builds on public finances – business live – The Guardian UK pays highest borrowing rate since 1998 as pressure builds on public finances – business live The Guardian reports that the UK is facing the highest borrowing rate since 1998, with increasing pressure on public finances. Business