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29/7/2025
Cost of family shop under pressure
Shop price inflation increased to 0.7% year on year in July, against growth of 0.4% in June. This is above the 3-month average of 0.3%.29/7/2025
Festival travel made easy with ScotRail's enhanced timetable
ScotRail is reminding customers that additional carriages and late-night trains will be in operation from Thursday, 1 August. The train operator is enhancing its timetable between 1-25 August to help thousands of people travel to and from the capital during this year's Edinburgh Festival Fringe and Edinburgh International Festival.29/7/2025
Cash ISA popularity boosted by Rachel Reeves reform rumours
The Bank of England's latest Money and Credit data has revealed a £2.2 billion surge in Cash ISA deposits compared to the same three-month period last year. Adam French, Head of News at Moneyfactscompare.co.uk, said: "The sharp rise in Cash ISA deposits is a clear sign that rumours of ISA reform are influencing saver behaviour.29/7/2025
Do rich people really create all the jobs? - Richard Murphy
We're constantly told that the wealthy are society’s great entrepreneurs. Without them, we’re told, there would be no jobs, no business, no innovation.
28/7/2025
Jeremy Corbyn's New Party surge continues as it now becomes the biggest political membership party with over 500,000
Jeremy Corbyn's newly launched political movement—currently operating under the working title "Your Party" has seen an explosive surge in support. Over 500,000 people have signed up as of 27 July 2025 in a matter of days.28/7/2025
The Postie May Not Come On Some Days - Royal Mail Delivery Changes in the UK - Amazon Still Delivers
Starting Monday, July 28, 2025, Royal Mail is implementing major changes to its delivery schedule, particularly for second-class letters. These changes are part of a broader reform to modernize the postal service in response to declining letter volumes and rising operational costs.28/7/2025
Doctors' Strike - How It Affects NHS Services in the North of Scotland
Although the current resident doctors' strike (25-30 July) is focused on England, here's what you need to know if you live in the Highland region of Scotland. Local Impact in Scotland Resident doctors in Scotland are not striking during this period.28/7/2025
What if economics is wrong about scarcity? - Richard Murphy
The foundation of modern economics is that resources are scarce. But what if that simply isn't true? In this video, I explore how the assumption of scarcity drives inequality, stress, and unsustainability - and what a post-scarcity economics could look like..
27/7/2025
Revolutionary city-scanning satellite from UK-France partnership set to transform climate monitoring
Millions of people worldwide are set to benefit from more accurate climate data as the ground-breaking MicroCarb satellite begins its journey to space. The MicroCarb mission, developed in partnership with France's space agency CNES, will become Europe's first dedicated carbon dioxide monitoring satellite, marking a major milestone in the global fight against climate change.
27/7/2025
Red tape slashed to revamp high streets with new cafes and bars
Communities and town centres across the UK are set to benefit from a wave of new cafes, bars, music venues and outdoor dining options, as the Government slashes red tape to breathe new life into the high street. Government to overhaul planning and licensing rules to make it quicker and easier for new cafes, bars and music venues to open in place of disused shops.
27/7/2025
Why the UK economy depends on migrants - Richard Murphy
As boomers retire, there simply aren't enough young people born in the UK to replace them. That’s why migrants are stepping in — and why we need them.
26/7/2025
Prime Minister Keir Starmer's statement on Gaza - France goes To Support Palestine State
Prime Minister Keir Starmer's statement on the situation in Gaza. The appalling scenes in Gaza are unrelenting.26/7/2025
Political Sands Are Shifting Fast As Corbyn Party surges 230,000 Sign ups in 24 Hours
Jeremy Corbyn's new left-wing party — still unnamed but temporarily referred to as "Your Party" — has seen a massive surge in membership, with over 230,000 people signing up in just the first 24 hours. Membership Numbers & Growth Initial sign-ups: 80,000 in the first 5 hours 24-hour milestone: 200,000+ registrations Current estimate: Over 230,000 sign-ups, surpassing Reform UK's membership base.26/7/2025
Ukraine War Will Cause Deaths in Africa and elsewhere as Western countries redirect finance to military spending
Both the UK, USA and western countries are undergoing major overhauls of their foreign aid programs, driven by shifting political priorities, budget constraints, and a growing emphasis on national interest. The consequences will be huge.26/7/2025
Scotland gets £66 million transport boost as part of record Spending Review settlement
On 25 July 2025 the Chancellor visited Paisley to announce £66 million of investment in Scottish transport. Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces millions for West of Scotland transport links and extra funding to explore upgrades to the A75.26/7/2025
GAD and the State Pension age review
The Government Actuary is to analyse the latest life expectancy projections data and assess the impact of various aspects of the rules around pensionable age. The Government Actuary has been commissioned to prepare a report on the State Pension age as part of the third State Pension age review.26/7/2025
Ian Murray - Year of Progress at the Scotland Office
The Scotland Office has taken huge steps forward in delivering for people in Scotland, the Scottish Secretary has said. Speaking as he published his department's annual report, Ian Murray set out how the department has been reshaped and given more powers to help make life better for people in Scotland as part of the UK Government's Plan for Change.26/7/2025
The real cost of flaunting wealth
This video explores how the wealthy flaunt their wealth—not with numbers, but through displays of power, privilege, and consumption. From gold-plated cars to opera picnics and £50 notes burned in front of beggars, conspicuous consumption defines status in our unequal world.
26/7/2025
UK strengthens cyber defence cooperation across Asia-Pacific region
Senior defence officials gathered in Singapore on cyber security and emerging technologies. yber-attacks know no borders, and with the transnational nature of digital threats evolving we must work with allies to keep Britain safe.26/7/2025
IMF supports growth agenda and fiscal framework
IMF endorses Plan for Change growth mission and fiscal reforms. The IMF's Article IV surveillance report has stated that economic recovery in the UK is underway, with growth projected at 1.2% in 2025 before gaining momentum next year. The IMF also endorsed the government’s fiscal plans which it says strike a balance between supporting growth and safeguarding fiscal sustainability, and the Growth Mission covers the right areas to lift productivity.Our Social Media
