UK economy grows 0.1% in May amid Iran war energy costs

The UK economy grew by 0.1% in May, despite the ongoing conflict in Iran impacting energy…

CBI Chief Warns Burnham Against Tax Speculation This Summer

Rain Newton-Smith, the chief executive of the Confederation of British Industry (CBI), cautioned Andy Burnham against…

UK Economy Loses £28.5bn Annually Due to Disciplinary Issues

The UK economy incurs an estimated loss of £28.5 billion each year due to poorly executed…

UK Financial Sector to Launch AI Skills Compact Initiative

Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced a new initiative aimed at retraining financial sector workers for the AI…

IMF Upgrades UK Growth Forecast Amid Iran War Uncertainty

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has upgraded its growth forecast for the UK, projecting a 1%…

Teachers in England to Receive 6.6% Pay Rise Over Two Years

Teachers in England will receive a pay increase of 6.6% over the next two years, according…

UK Disposable Incomes Fall 0.8% Amid Price Rises, Taxes

UK households experienced a decline in disposable incomes in the first quarter of 2026, with real…

UK Pubs and Restaurants Face Financial Strain Amid VAT

Nearly 25% of pubs, bars, and restaurants in the UK are currently losing money, according to…

UK Thinktank Opposes Tax Cuts to Boost Youth Employment

The Resolution Foundation has advised the UK government against reversing recent employment tax increases, arguing that…

UK Farmers Face Price Drops After Brexit Trade Deals

UK farmers are experiencing significant price drops for livestock due to new trade deals following Brexit.…