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New report reveals how complex contracts and poor regulation in services from mobiles to insurance are fuelling inflation and shortchanging UK consumers. Calls for stronger watchdog action.
New report reveals how complex contracts and poor regulation in services from mobiles to insurance are fuelling inflation and shortchanging UK consumers. Calls for stronger watchdog action.
Temperatures are set to plummet to -7C across the UK with a chance of snow, following severe flooding from Storm Claudia. Get the latest forecast and safety advice.
Donald Trump has signed an executive order lowering tariffs on beef, coffee and bananas, marking a sharp policy reversal as concerns over rising costs grow. Explore the political implications.
Storm Claudia brings a yellow weather warning for rain to London, risking flooding and travel disruption. Find out when the downpours will ease.
Stephen Collins' Guardian cartoon marks the arrival of Britain's first £10 pint, capturing national sentiment about rising living costs. Discover the cultural impact.
BBC Weather predicts sleet showers for London on Thursday, 20th November, with temperatures dropping to 1°C. Get the full forecast and essential winter safety tips for drivers here.
Eastern Australia faces damaging storms with 100mm rain expected in Brisbane. Severe weather warning issued for Queensland and NSW with flash flooding risks.
The Met Office has issued a 24-hour yellow weather warning for London. Heavy rain from Friday 6am could cause flooding and travel disruption. Get the latest forecast.
Discover why the Bank of England adjusts interest rates to control inflation and stimulate growth. Learn how the current 4% rate impacts your finances and the UK economy.
Weather maps indicate potential snowfall for London on November 21. Find out which areas are most at risk and the Met Office's latest forecast.
Maps pinpoint the exact date for London's potential first snow as temperatures plummet. Get the full BBC weather verdict and expert insight on the capital's chilly turn.
UK grocery inflation eased to 4.7% as supermarkets launch pre-Christmas promotions. Discover which items are seeing the fastest price rises and falls.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves indicates Labour may abandon key manifesto commitments due to worse-than-expected economic inheritance. Budget to focus on NHS waiting lists and growth.
British companies are grappling with the highest inflation concerns since 2022 despite the Bank of England maintaining current interest rates, new research reveals.
Andrew Bailey suggests interest rates could fall soon, but reveals the upcoming Budget has delayed immediate action in a major signal to homeowners and businesses.
The Bank of England's decision to maintain interest rates at 4% brings surprising silver linings for homeowners, businesses and the UK economy. Discover why stability might be the new growth.
The Bank of England's latest interest rate announcement could impact mortgages, savings, and household budgets across the UK. Here's what you need to know.
The Bank of England has maintained interest rates at 5.25% while signalling that UK inflation may have finally reached its peak, offering hope to homeowners and businesses.
The Bank of England has kept interest rates at 5.25% after one of the closest votes in recent history, with policymakers split on the best course for the UK economy.
The Bank of England maintains interest rates at 5.25% amid political pressure and economic uncertainty, setting the stage for a crucial budget announcement from Rachel Reeves.
Sainsbury's CEO Simon Roberts delivers stark warning to Rachel Reeves that proposed business tax increases could drive up food prices for struggling families.
The Bank of England maintains interest rates at 5.25% as Governor Andrew Bailey signals caution on inflation. Markets react as pound stabilises and budget concerns loom.
Londoners face a meteorological mixed bag with sunny spells, sudden downpours, and potential thunderstorms disrupting summer plans across the capital.
Discover how centuries-old folklore about St Martin's Day geese behaviour is being examined by meteorologists to forecast whether Britain will see snow this Christmas.
Influential think tank calls for fundamental reform of Bank of England mandate, arguing current focus on inflation is stifling UK economic growth and investment.
Leading economists and business groups demand urgent rate cuts from the Bank of England as UK economy shows signs of strain and inflation fears ease.
The Reserve Bank of Australia predicts inflation will accelerate faster than wages in 2025, threatening living standards and economic stability. Experts question if the central bank's modelling is too pessimistic.
A Nostradamus-inspired AI named Nigel forecasts economic turmoil while ministers point fingers at benefit claimants. Exclusive analysis reveals the real story behind Britain's tax gap.
A leading weather expert delivers sobering news for Londoners hoping for summer sunshine, with disappointing forecasts ahead and a glimmer of hope for August.
Danish pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk has cut its sales and profit forecasts for the second time in three months, sending shockwaves through the healthcare sector as demand for its blockbuster weight-loss drugs shows signs of slowing.