The Chancellor has been accused of prioritising tax cuts for the rich and unlimited bonuses for bankers as well as protecting the profits of big energy companies.

"This statement is an admission of 12 years of economic failure."

Lawyers who led litigation following the 2008 crisis warned that the decision risks re-introducing a culture of greed that preceded the financial crash.

Estimates suggest those earning more than a million pounds will have £54,400 extra in their pockets after the mini-budget.

"A gift for the few and a slap in the face for many", reaction pours in after Kwasi Kwarteng delivers his first mini-budget.

Looks like the markets aren't buying Kwasi Kwarteng's so-called "growth plan".

"Doesn't matter whether you're flogging counterfeit goods or counterfeit journalism, PayPal obviously has the right to shut you down," James O'Brien said.

“Conservative ministers are yet again showing contempt for the British people by hiding away from proper scrutiny."

"To falsely accuse somebody of any kind of racism is a major, dishonest and dishonourable thing to do. I will die an anti-racist."