Bank holds base rate at 4% ahead of Budget
Tight vote signals caution ahead of the Budget.
Electric vehicle drivers could face new tax
Government considers pay-per-mile charge in Budget.
Fixing Britain’s work and health gap
Employers urged to fund stronger workplace health support.
Budget choices now loom
Tax rises likely as Reeves resets expectations.
UK growth set to stall
Tax pressures and weak investment weigh on 2026.
Energy bill relief splits opinion
Targeted savings for industry, but doubts persist.
Windfall tax rethink for North Sea
Chancellor weighs up earlier end to levy.
Renters’ Rights Act ends no-fault evictions
Fixed terms replaced, stronger repossession grounds outlined.
Retail sales surprise with fourth monthly rise
Online gold and new tech drive growth.
Rents hit fresh highs across Britain
Affordability stretched as supply lags behind demand.
Budget headroom options on the table
Reeves weighs up tax rises, cuts and growth.
Private rents hit new highs
Rising demand and costs squeeze tenants nationwide.