UK economy1 day agoWhen 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.1 day ago4 days agoNew Year's sport supplement buying adds to January retail sales surgeContinuing strong sales from online jewellers after a recent spike in gold prices also helped drive the increase.4 days ago4 days agoHigher tax helped UK government reach record January surplusThe government took in more from tax receipts than expected, official data suggests.4 days ago6 days agoReeves fixated on 'dysfunctional' borrowing rules, says IFSThe think tank suggests the chancellor's fiscal rules need to shift the focus from one key figure.6 days ago6 days agoAre UK interest rates expected to fall soon? The interest rate set by the Bank of England affects mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions.6 days ago7 days agoWhy are UK prices still rising?UK Inflation has dropped back from record highs but remains above the Bank of England's 2% target.7 days ago7 days agoLower food and fuel prices drive inflation down to 3%The rate at which prices are rising is slowing down, which could lead to lower interest rates.7 days ago7 days agoWhy youth unemployment is risingUnemployment in the UK rose to its highest rate in nearly five years at the end of 20257 days ago7 days ago'The search is soul-destroying': Young jobseekers on the struggle to find workPeople aged between 16 and 24 are bearing the brunt of a weak employment market, figures show.7 days ago...
