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Shoppers feel crunch as price of produce climbs
The conflict in the Middle East is impacting the price of tomatoes, cucumbers and peppers in the UK.
April 10, 2026New laws to make it easier to cancel subscriptions
A crackdown on "subscription traps" could save the average person nearly £170 a year, according to the Department for Business and Trade.
April 2, 2026UK economy limped into the end of last year before Iran war - Reuters
UK economy limped into the end of last year before Iran war Reuters
March 31, 2026'Ripple of fear' over Iran war hits consumer confidence
A key survey indicates growing doubt among shoppers over prospects for the UK economy in the next year.
March 27, 2026'We can't justify a £52 lunch': Middle-income families cut back on days out
A household with an average gross income of £55,000 has cut spending on leisure activities by £40 a week, offical figures suggest.
March 23, 2026UK's Starmer calls emergency meeting on economy as Iran war risks mount - Reuters
UK's Starmer calls emergency meeting on economy as Iran war risks mount Reuters
March 22, 2026Typical energy bill forecast to rise by £332 in July
Cornwall Insight says the recent surge in energy prices due to the Iran war is set to push up household bills.
March 20, 2026Warning UK borrowing rise makes energy bill help harder
Economists say UK government finances are in a worse position than before the government's last energy support package in 2022.
March 20, 2026UK economy saw zero growth in January ahead of Iran war
Analysts had been expecting 0.2% growth for the UK economy at the beginning of the year.
March 13, 2026UK economy ground to halt even before Iran war energy shock, data shows - Reuters
UK economy ground to halt even before Iran war energy shock, data shows Reuters
March 13, 2026There’s an inflation wave coming - what does the Iran war mean for the UK economy?
Economic consequences are an intrinsic aspect of the Iran conflict, writes BBC economics editor Faisal Islam.
March 7, 2026When is the Spring Statement and what might be in it?
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will give an update on her plans for the UK economy when she gives a statement alongside an economic forecast on 3 March.
February 23, 2026UK businesses and consumers show signs of recovery in early 2026 - Reuters
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February 20, 2026