Chief executives of FTSE 100 businesses will have made more money by Monday midday than the average worker in a year. This is a clear example of the widening gap …
Economy
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Economy
UK House Prices Rise for Fourth Consecutive Month in December, Ending 2024 on Strong Footing
The most recent statistics from Nationwide Building Society show that house prices in the UK increased noticeably for the fourth consecutive month in December 2024, therefore concluding the year on …
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The most severe drop in output in almost a year is being experienced by UK manufacturers, which raises serious questions regarding the direction of the British economy going forward based …
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As 2025 approaches, experts predict a shift toward a buyer’s market for house hunters, offering them greater negotiating power. While there is cautious optimism about the year ahead, challenges such as rising …
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Train passengers in Britain are enduring record levels of disruption, with 4% of services cancelled in the past 12 months, according to a new report from the Office of Rail …
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Shoppers are expected to spend £3.7bn this Boxing Day, a modest 1.3% increase from 2023. However, high streets are expected to be quieter as many consumers turn to online platforms …
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As Christmas approaches, many families in the UK are set to benefit from a slight drop in the cost of their festive feast. Research shows that turkey and Brussels sprouts …
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According to a National Audit Office (NAO) analysis, the Government’s ambitious target to install 300,000 electric vehicle (EV) charge points across the UK by 2030 risks widening the divide between …
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The UK energy industry will undergo significant changes with Ofgem, the nation’s energy regulator, revealing a proposal to alter how millions of homes pay for their electricity. The core of …
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The biggest water supplier in the United Kingdom, Thames Water, has warned that it will run out of money by March next year unless it gets court permission for a …