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.
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.
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.
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.
the letters inviting older people for the RSV vaccine are popping through letter boxes. So we take look at the pros and cons.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Government launches the Post Office Green Paper, the first comprehensive review of the Post Office in 15 years. First comprehensive review of the Post Office in 15 years, with customers and postmasters shaping its future.
The 2024 report is published as a special issue of the International Journal of Climatology, which is the Royal Meteorological Society journal of climate science and provides a review of the climate and significant meteorological events of the year. Highlights of the 2024 report The latest assessment of the UK's climate shows how baselines are shifting, records are becoming more frequent, and that temperature and rainfall extremes are becoming the norm.
The war may end, but Russia's The real crisis is just beginning. What happens the day after? Political Landscape When the conflict ends, Russia's ruling elite are likely to tighten their grip rather than open political space.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ghost job ads are a real—and surprisingly widespread phenomenon in the UK job market. Developing the ability to spot them may save job searcher valuable time and effort finding a job.
An update following the first round of negotiations on an Enhanced Free Trade Agreement with Turkey. The first round of negotiations on an enhanced Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with Turkey took place in Ankara between 23 June and 2 July 2025.
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.
Boost for British consumers and Developing Countries as UK launches new trade measures. New measures will make it easier for developing countries to trade, supporting jobs and economic growth in the UK overseas.