Economy

Keir Starmer was scrambling to contain a growing crisis today after Rachel Reeves dramatically burst into tears during Prime Minister’s Questions. The Chancellor was sitting next to Sir Keir as …

The Bank of England has launched a public consultation that could see historical figures removed from British banknotes, sparking fierce criticism from Conservative politicians who branded the move “wrongheaded wokery.” …

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is preparing to announce significant restrictions to cash ISA allowances in her Mansion House speech on 15 July, marking the most substantial reform to the savings system …

Ed Miliband is racing to unlock emergency state support for Britain’s oil refineries after the Prax Lindsey site crashed into liquidation this morning – leaving hundreds of workers facing an …

Brits set to cash in as currency rockets to $1.37 – making American trips and designer shopping sprees suddenly more affordable The British pound is flexing its muscles like never …

Over 100 companies sign scathing letter as Conservatives brand Deputy PM’s plans ‘unemployment bill’ British businesses have launched a co-ordinated assault on Angela Rayner’s “deeply damaging” employment laws, with industry …

Threadneedle Street Breaks Pattern of Cuts as Price Pressures Mount – Expert Warns Inflation Will Stay Above 3% Throughout 2025 Amid ‘Persistent Wage Growth’ The Bank of England has dashed …

Chancellor desperately seeks to ‘backtrack without backtracking’ on 40% inheritance tax raid as exodus of super-rich threatens to blow £34bn hole in Britain’s finances Chancellor Rachel Reeves is considering a …

Economists predict pause in rate-cutting cycle amid unexpected rise in inflation to 3.5% Labour market shows signs of weakness as wage growth slows and unemployment rises Trump tariff concerns and …