Strategy pledges growth‑friendly rules for UK finance
Government targets competitiveness in regulatory overhaul.
Inflation rose unexpectedly in June
Fuel, food and services prices keep pressure on households.
New grants to cut electric car costs
Buyers to get up to £3,750 off eligible EVs.
Demand for country homes shows early signs of recovery
More listings as prices drop and taxes rise.
UK economy contracts again in May
Weak manufacturing and retail drive surprise decline.
Funding needed to fix struggling high streets
Reviving town centres takes more than tax reform.
Public finances face rising long-term risks
OBR warns triple lock could cost £15bn a year.
Markets stabilise after Reeves backed by PM
Bond yields fall as political uncertainty eases.
AI reduces UK entry-level job opportunities
Fewer junior roles as automation reshapes hiring patterns.
New limits on NDAs in misconduct cases
UK to ban NDAs that silence harassment victims.
Public rejects inheritance tax on pensions
Poll reveals which tax rises are unpopular.
Companies House account reforms paused
Halt to red tape offers relief for small businesses.