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UK Wage Growth Beats Inflation for 7th Month

Official figures show regular pay rising at 6% annually as unemployment edges up, creating a complex picture for Bank of England policymakers ahead of next interest rate decision.

UK Unemployment Hits 4.3%, Highest Since 2023

Britain's unemployment rate climbs to 4.3% as job losses accelerate across multiple sectors, marking the highest level since 2023 and signalling growing economic headwinds.

HMRC Data Breach Exposes Thousands of Taxpayers' Details

A serious data breach at HM Revenue and Customs has compromised confidential information of thousands of taxpayers, sparking urgent investigations and raising serious questions about government data security protocols.

Private sector jobs surge past pre-pandemic peak

Exclusive analysis of ONS figures shows a dramatic jobs market reversal, with private sector employment hitting a record high as the public sector workforce contracts for the ninth consecutive quarter.

UK Housing Crisis: Homes Cost 8.3 Times Average Salary

New data reveals Britain's housing affordability crisis has hit a record high, with property prices soaring to 8.3 times average earnings. Experts warn of a 'broken market' as mortgage costs and stagnant wages create perfect storm for buyers.

UK House Price Divide: South Stalls, Scotland Soars

Exclusive analysis of the latest ONS figures shows a stark North-South divide in the UK property market, with Scotland's house prices surging as the South East plateaus. Discover the regions bucking the national trend.

UK Economy Stagnates with 0.0% GDP Growth in April

New figures from the Office for National Statistics show the UK's economic recovery stalled in April 2024, with zero growth following a 0.4% expansion in March. The services sector slowed while production fell, casting a shadow over the government's pre-e

Rachel Reeves slams 'shambolic' ONS economic data

Chancellor Rachel Reeves launches a blistering attack on the Office for National Statistics, criticising its 'shambolic' GDP figures and demanding a major review to restore trust in UK economic data.

UK Borrowing Rises as Consumer Confidence Slumps

New ONS data reveals a sharp rise in UK public sector borrowing alongside falling consumer confidence, creating a challenging backdrop for Chancellor Rachel Reeves's upcoming autumn budget.

ONS Data Reveals UK Offices Plagued by Cheese & Fish Theft

New data from the Office for National Statistics exposes a quirky truth about the UK workplace: cheese, fish, and fruit are mysteriously disappearing from offices, sparking a national conversation on workplace culture.

Cheese Outselling Crisps in UK Snacking Revolution

New ONS data reveals a surprising shift in British snacking habits, with cheese consumption soaring past traditional favourites like crisps and chocolate. Discover the factors driving this dairy revolution.

UK Pay Growth Slumps as Unemployment Rises

Exclusive analysis of the UK's latest labour market data reveals a worrying slowdown in wage growth coupled with rising unemployment, putting fresh pressure on household finances and the Bank of England's interest rate strategy.

UK Wage Growth Cools to 5.7% as Job Market Slows

New official figures reveal UK wage growth slowed to 5.7% in the three months to August 2025, as the labour market shows clear signs of cooling. Unemployment holds steady at 4.3% while job vacancies continue their decline.

UK Wage Growth Slows, Falling Behind Inflation

New data from the Office for National Statistics shows UK regular pay growth fell to 6.1%, lagging behind inflation and intensifying the cost-of-living crisis for workers.

UK Wage Growth Slows to 5.7% as Job Market Cools

Official figures show UK wage growth slowed to 5.7% while unemployment rose to 4.3%, signalling a cooling labour market that could influence Bank of England interest rate decisions.

London's £7 Banana Skewed National Economic Data

A startling data analysis reveals how a single 'rotten' banana in London skewed national statistics, exposing critical flaws in economic data collection and sparking calls for government reform.

UK Economy Stagnates: Reeves Faces Budget Crisis

Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts a major economic challenge as latest ONS figures show zero GDP growth in three months to August, putting Labour's ambitious investment plans at risk ahead of crucial Autumn Budget.

UK Economy Stalls: 0.0% GDP Growth in April

New ONS data reveals the UK economy showed zero growth in April 2024, with a sharp slowdown from the 0.4% expansion in March. The services sector stalled while production fell, putting pressure on the next government.

UK Economy Stalls as July GDP Shows Zero Growth

New ONS data reveals the UK economy showed zero growth in July, with rising inflation and weak consumer confidence putting a brake on recovery. Key sectors like services and production stagnated.

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