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16/7/2025
A blog and a letter to get the facts about immigration and immigrants in USA now and in the past
Thanks to Richard Murphy on his blog pointing to Letter from an American by Heather Cox Richardson. If you want to understand what has happened in the past and now with regards to immigration spend 10 minutes reading.Today
UK Speeds Up Free Trade Agreements As USA Goes for More Tariffs
he UK has been actively accelerating its free trade agenda—especially in contrast to the U.S., which has leaned heavily into tariffs under its current administration. President Trump has announced that on 1 August 2025 he will impose more tariffs on several countries.Today
Fiscal rules are just make-believe, and are as flexible as rubber bands
In this video, Richard Murphy explains why Rachel Reeves' beloved fiscal rules are nothing but political theatre. They're arbitrary, endlessly changeable, and stop us investing in what matters.
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31.3% of transport & storage firms have no cash reserves - worse than any other sector
31.3% of transportation & storage sector firms have told the ONS they have no cash reserves. That's a higher number of cash-strapped firms compared to any other sector - but it's an improvement on December's results, says the home delivery expert Parcelhero.Today
Non-binary people in Scotland: an analysis of Scotland's Census 2022
This report uses the new availability of Scotland's Census 2022 data to analyse the characteristics and outcomes associated with non-binary people, to fill evidence gaps and create a better understanding of Scotland's diverse population. This report draws comparisons between the non-binary population aged 16 and above and the rest of Scotland aged 16 and above (excluding non-binary people) using data from Scotland's Census 2022.Today
Discount of up to £3,750 on electric cars set to slash costs for thousands - better act fast if interested
Car manufacturers can apply for the Electric Car Grant from 16 July 2025. new £650 million grant will slash electric car prices, saving UK households up to £3,750 when they upgrade or switch to electric.
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Knowledge Transfer and Innovation Fund - Agriculture support applications open
Applications for up to £200,000 a year to build farming skills and improve biodiversity have opened. Agriculture Minister Jim Fairlie also confirmed that the Knowledge Transfer and Innovation Fund (KTIF) would consider requests for multi-year funding agreements, subject to budgetary confirmation each financial year.Today
The UK Housing Market Has Changed Forever
It's hard to believe but there was a time in recent memory, the average worker could buy an average house for four times their salary. Now house prices are out of reach.
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June House Price Index Headline Statistics
Average House Price £296,665. Amanda Bryden, Head of Mortgages, Halifax, said: "The UK housing market remained steady in June, with the average property price effectively unchanged over the month, following a slight drop of -0.3% in May.Yesterday
Backing British Industry: Government launches £2.5bn DRIVE35 programme to power UK auto investment and jobs
UK auto firms will benefit from a £2.5 billion commitment over the next decade that will support thousands of jobs and help ensure the UK remains at the forefront of zero-emission vehicle development. UK auto sector boosted by £2.5 billion under DRIVE35, as government launches new and improved funding competitions, supporting projects which help the transition to zero-emission vehicle manufacturing.
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A look at the arguments for and against the RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) vaccine, especially as it's being rolled out more widely in the UK 
the letters inviting older people for the RSV vaccine are popping through letter boxes. So we take look at the pros and cons.
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New £63 million boost for Britain's electric vehicle revolution
Funding will help to build a fairer, cleaner future where every family can benefit from cheaper, greener transport. major boost to charging investment to break down barriers to electric vehicle ownership and boost charging infrastructure across the UK, cutting costs for families, businesses and the public sector.Yesterday
5,000 jobs secured as construction starts on Port Talbot green steel project
5,000 steel jobs have been secured following the start of construction on Tata Steel's Port Talbot electric arc furnace project today. Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds and Welsh Secretary Jo Stevens join Tata Group Chairman to break ground on construction of electric arc furnace that will secure thousands of jobs.Yesterday
Trade win unlocks £250 million for British firms in Vietnam
Trade win unlocks £250 million in exports for British pharmaceutical firms in Vietnam. Trade win unlocks £250 million in exports for British pharmaceutical firms in Vietnam.Yesterday
Total trade in goods and services (exports plus imports) between the UK and USA - The Facts
In 2024, total trade in goods and services between the UK and the USA reached £314.6 billion, according to GOV.UK. This represents a £11.9 billion increase compared to the previous year.Yesterday
UK Trade Worldwide
In 2024, the UK's total trade in goods and services (exports plus imports) was £873.5 billion. The UK generally imports more than it exports, resulting in a trade deficit.
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Total trade in goods and services (exports plus imports) between the UK and China - The Facts
In the four quarters to the end of Q4 2024, total trade in goods and services between the UK and China was £98.4 billion. This represents a decrease of £4.3 billion (4.2%) in current prices compared to the previous year.Yesterday
Trumps Tariffs Are An Unfolding Economic Disaster - A Look At Lesotho in Africa
The latest tariff threat from former President Trump—specifically a proposed 50% duty on Lesotho's textile exports—has already had a devastating impact. According to multiple reports, up to 40,000 jobs in Lesotho's textile industry are at risk.Yesterday
Job estimates for wind generation by 2030
The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) has refreshed its evidence base on the potential for renewable electricity technologies to support domestic jobs in Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales). This does not apply to Northern Ireland.
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