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Economy grew in April to June as sun and World Cup helped some UK businesses
The UK economy grew by 0.4% with some firms reporting hot weather and sports helped growth in June.
August 13, 2026Burnham warned Iran war could hit UK growth next year
The conflict in the Middle East has pushed up oil and fuel prices, and also disrupted supply chains.
August 12, 2026UK's jobs market shows signs of stabilisation, REC/KPMG say - Reuters
UK's jobs market shows signs of stabilisation, REC/KPMG say Reuters
August 9, 2026Obesity rates have doubled in England since 1993 - what's going on?
Around seven million more adults are living with obesity than would have been if obesity rates had stayed the same as 1993.
August 7, 2026Burnham says nuclear sub investment will protect UK and boost jobs
Speaking ahead of a visit to Barrow-in-Furness, the PM seeks to stress the economic benefits of defence spending.
July 30, 2026Interest rates expected to be held again by Bank of England
It would be the fifth hold in a row, with the Bank rate standing at 3.75% - the lowest since February 2023.
July 29, 2026UK retail sales get surprise boost from hot weather and World Cup - Reuters
UK retail sales get surprise boost from hot weather and World Cup Reuters
July 24, 2026What's happening to UK interest rates and what does it mean for mortgages?
The interest rate set by the Bank of England affects mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions.
July 22, 2026What is happening to UK prices?
UK inflation dropped slightly in June 2026, but higher energy costs are expected to push it back up.
July 22, 2026'I'd rather not leave the house so I don't get into more debt'
Great Yarmouth has some of the highest levels of problem debt in the country, but help is at hand.
July 18, 2026UK economy returns to growth in May
The modest growth reverses a slight contraction that had been seen the previous month.
July 16, 2026Drivers urged to shop around amid 11p fuel gap
The RAC says motorists are missing out on savings because many are not using price comparison tools.
July 10, 2026UK jobs market downturn eases as pay pressure pick up, survey shows - Reuters
UK jobs market downturn eases as pay pressure pick up, survey shows Reuters
July 7, 2026One million more UK homeowners set to face higher mortgages
Homeowners face paying £45 a month more on average when they move onto a new deal over the next two years.
July 7, 2026Bank of England could boost bond demand with leverage rule tweak, banks say - Reuters
Bank of England could boost bond demand with leverage rule tweak, banks say Reuters
July 6, 2026What's happening to petrol prices now oil is back to pre-Iran war levels?
When the conflict began on 28 February, fuel costs jumped as the war disrupted the production and transportation of energy across the Middle East.
June 26, 2026UK's FTSE 100 climbs on banks boost; markets ponder PM Starmer's resignation - Reuters
UK's FTSE 100 climbs on banks boost; markets ponder PM Starmer's resignation Reuters
June 22, 2026After the fracture: how Britain's financial industry recovered from Brexit - Reuters
After the fracture: how Britain's financial industry recovered from Brexit Reuters
June 21, 2026UK borrowing in May surges by more than expected
Borrowing is the difference between spending and income from taxes.
June 19, 2026Brexit cost 6% of UK economy, Bank of England company data suggests
Analysis showed how much the UK could have grown if it had not exited the EU.
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Economy grew in April to June as sun and World Cup helped some UK businesses
Sunny weather helped business in June An added boost from summer sun and sports fixtures for some businesses helped the UK economy to grow by 0.4% between April and June, according to official data.
Burnham warned Iran war could hit UK growth next year
Andy Burnham has been warned that the UK economy could barely grow next year if disruption in the Strait of Hormuz continues until the end of 2026. Treasury sources have confirmed that internal model
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Obesity rates have doubled in England since 1993 - what's going on?
If England's obesity rates were still the same as 1993 there would be seven million fewer adults living with obesity. There are 14 million adults classified as obese, despite successive governments l
Burnham says nuclear sub investment will protect UK and boost jobs
Ongoing investment in nuclear submarines will "protect Britain for decades to come" but also support 47,000 jobs and apprenticeships, Andy Burnham has said. Speaking ahead of a visit to Barrow-in-Fur
Interest rates expected to be held again by Bank of England
UK interest rates are expected to be held at 3.75% for a fifth time by Bank of England policymakers. Uncertainty over the the global political and economic outlook, and the impact on prices, means th
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What is happening to UK prices?
Inflation in the UK was 2.6% in the year to June, lower than the previous month's figure, but still above the Bank of England's 2% target. The fall was slightly more than economists predicted, after
What's happening to UK interest rates and what does it mean for mortgages?
The Bank of England has held UK interest rates at 3.75% four times, keeping them at the lowest level since February 2023. Before the US-Israeli war with Iran, rates had been expected to fall in 2026,
'I'd rather not leave the house so I don't get into more debt'
People struggling with finances getting support from debt adviser Teresa Tennant and volunteers at St Mary Magdalene Church in Gorleston-on-Sea "It's awful, it's like a weight on me constantly, and n
UK economy returns to growth in May
The UK's economy returned to growth in May after having shrunk in the previous month, the latest official data has shown. The economy expanded by 0.1%, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) said,
Drivers urged to shop around amid 11p fuel gap
Taxi driver Wayne Parsons says fuel prices are hitting hard Drivers are missing out on savings because many are not using fuel price comparison tools, according to the RAC. A BBC snapshot of petrol
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One million more UK homeowners set to face higher mortgages
A million more homeowners face higher mortgage bills than the Bank of England had previously expected due to the impact of the Iran war. Just over five million homeowners should expect their monthly
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What's happening to petrol prices now oil is back to pre-Iran war levels?
Motorists in the UK are already seeing cheaper fuel prices after the US and Iran struck an agreement to end their war, with further falls expected in the coming weeks. When the conflict began on 28 F
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UK borrowing costs hit new highs as City traders brace for Burnham, and pound heads for worst week since 2024 – as it happened
UK bond yields have now hit new multi-year highs. The yield, or interest rate, on UK 10-year bonds has now risen to 5.15%, their highest level since 2008 and above the high set earlier this week when
IMF urges UK to ‘stay the course’ on borrowing amid Starmer uncertainty
Washington-based fund praises Rachel Reeves for aiming to cut budget deficit as it upgrades growth forecasts The International Monetary Fund has urged Britain to “stay the course” to cut government b
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