The iconic Blackpool Illuminations are back, brighter than ever for 2025. The extended season is set to deliver a massive £20 million economic boost to the North of England, attracting visitors from across the UK.
Gareth Southgate unveils his latest England squad for the October internationals against Andorra and Hungary, with Jude Bellingham's inclusion a major talking point amidst fitness concerns and strategic choices.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has named Sir Jon Cunliffe, former Deputy Governor of the Bank of England, as his new chief economic adviser, signalling a focus on stability and expertise.
A Premier League star's exceptional early-season form has been rewarded with a first-ever senior England call-up, as manager Gareth Southgate takes note of Thomas Tuchel's transformative impact.
New CBI survey reveals strongest UK business optimism since early 2024, with manufacturing and services sectors leading growth. Inflation expectations ease as Bank of England faces policy dilemma.
A major economic think tank, IPPR, has launched a scathing report demanding a radical overhaul of the Bank of England's mandate. The proposed reforms aim to prioritise economic growth, green investment, and regional equality, challenging the Bank's curren
North Yorkshire faces a severe flooding emergency with multiple rescues, road closures, and significant disruption as Storm Gerrit batters the region.
Former PM Liz Truss has endorsed Donald Trump's criticism of the US Federal Reserve, warning that central banks globally face a 'reckoning' for their monetary policies and political overreach.
A significant moorland fire is raging across the North York Moors National Park, with multiple fire crews engaged in a large-scale operation to protect nearby villages and control the spread.
Exclusive: New economic forecasts predict a severe cost-of-living squeeze for UK households, with inflation surging and energy prices set to skyrocket. The government faces mounting pressure to act as a winter crisis looms.
The Met Office has issued severe yellow weather warnings for heavy rain across Scotland, North West England, and Wales, with potential flooding and travel disruption expected until Thursday.
Exclusive analysis reveals a hidden crisis in the UK labour market. A record shift towards temporary employment is creating a precarious workforce, threatening economic stability and worker rights. Discover the data behind the rise of the 'temp nation'.
New figures reveal Scotland's GDP grew faster than the UK's in 2023, fuelling fresh economic arguments in the independence debate.
Emergency services battle large-scale moorland fire near Scarborough as dry conditions fuel blaze. Crews work through the night to protect nearby villages.
The GMB union announces a significant expansion effort, targeting 50,000 new members in the West Midlands and North East England to bolster worker representation in key industrial sectors.
Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey declares that UK unemployment must increase to tackle persistent inflation, signalling continued economic pain for households amidst a cooling labour market.
NFL legend Bill Belichick, 72, is embroiled in a war of words with his family after being spotted on holiday in North Carolina with 23-year-old former cheerleader Jordon Hudson, just months after his split from Linda Holliday.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell holds interest rates at a 23-year high, projecting a more cautious single cut in 2024 as US inflation proves persistent. Markets react to the hawkish stance.
In a major boost for the UK economy, a key business survey reveals the fastest growth in private sector output in nine months. Driven by strong demand in the dominant services sector, the S&P Global/CIPS flash PMI surged to 53.3, signalling robust expansi
Exclusive: The Football Association is reportedly drawing up a shortlist of potential successors, including former Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel, as pressure mounts on Gareth Southgate following England's Euro 2024 performances.
New Zealand's economy has officially entered a recession, with GDP contracting 0.1% in the last quarter of 2023. High interest rates and inflation are blamed for the downturn, marking a challenging start for the new coalition government.
Exclusive analysis reveals how the UK's rigid fiscal framework, designed for stability, is now actively hindering economic recovery, suppressing growth, and exacerbating the cost-of-living crisis. Experts warn the Treasury's orthodoxy is no longer fit for
Gareth Southgate is set to leave his role as England manager after the Euros, with former Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel the overwhelming favourite to succeed him. Exclusive details on the FA's search and the reasons behind the impending change.
In a dramatic shift, UK inflation has hit the Bank of England's 2% target for the first time in nearly three years. This sharp fall from April's 2.3% fuels intense speculation about an imminent interest rate cut, offering relief to millions of households.
In a dramatic shift, UK inflation has hit the Bank of England's 2% target for the first time in nearly three years. Discover how falling energy prices are putting money back in your pocket and what it means for interest rates.
England manager Gareth Southgate has opened up on his future, confirming talks with the FA are planned after the Euro 2024 final heartbreak. Get the latest on his decision and the search for his potential successor.
UK inflation unexpectedly jumped to 2.3% in July, dashing hopes for an August interest rate cut. Soaring air fares and rising clothing costs are blamed, putting the Bank of England's next move under intense scrutiny.
New data reveals a sharp rise in UK inflation, driven by escalating food and energy costs. The ongoing conflict in Ukraine continues to disrupt global supply chains, pushing prices higher and intensifying the cost of living crisis for British families.
In a fresh blow to household budgets, UK inflation rose to 2.5% in April, driven by soaring energy bills and stubborn service costs. The surprise jump dashes hopes for an imminent Bank of England interest rate cut, prolonging the cost-of-living squeeze fo
The UK economy showed zero growth in April, dashing hopes of a sustained recovery and piling pressure on the government and Bank of England ahead of crucial summer decisions.