UK Business Inflation Worries Hit Two-Year Peak
British companies are grappling with the highest inflation concerns since 2022 despite the Bank of England maintaining current interest rates, new research reveals.
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Republican losses linked to voter cost of living fears
A devastating election night for Republicans reveals deep voter anxiety over affordability issues, with Trump's influence failing to counter economic concerns.
Bank of England Interest Rate Decision Explained
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.
Sainsbury's warns tax rises will fuel inflation
Sainsbury's CEO Simon Roberts delivers stark warning to Rachel Reeves that proposed business tax increases could drive up food prices for struggling families.
State Pension Alert: Check For £4,000+ Extra Income
Millions of state pensioners are missing out on vital benefits worth thousands. Discover how a quick check could transform your retirement finances.
Reeves' Budget: Tax Cuts to Ease Living Costs?
As living costs continue to squeeze household budgets, Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting pressure to deliver meaningful income tax relief in her upcoming budget announcement.
UK Pub Closures Hit Devastating Record High
Britain's beloved pubs are vanishing at an alarming rate, with 509 establishments pulling their last pints in just three months as the hospitality industry braces for the upcoming budget.
RBA: Inflation to rise faster than wages in 2025
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.
Australia's Rental Crisis Deepens as Affordability Plummets
New data reveals rental stress is soaring across Australia, with low-income households facing unprecedented pressure as vacancy rates plummet and costs skyrocket.
The Entertainer cuts jobs amid rising costs and tax hikes
Britain's beloved toy retailer The Entertainer announces significant redundancies across its UK stores, citing crippling business rates, rising wages and economic pressures.
Free £15 supermarket vouchers for households
Thousands of UK households could qualify for supermarket vouchers worth up to £15 through the Household Support Fund. Here's how to check eligibility and claim.
Wetherspoon's cautious on outlook amid budget uncertainty
JD Wetherspoon sounds alarm over rising costs and economic pressures as budget uncertainty threatens pub chain's recovery momentum.
Academics debunk $9tn net zero cost claim
Leading Australian academics have slammed the Nationals' repeated use of a '$9 trillion cost' figure for net zero, revealing the calculation has been fundamentally misrepresented and lacks credible methodology.
40% of Londoners consider leaving due to housing costs
Shocking new research reveals nearly half of Londoners are planning their exit from the capital as soaring rents and property prices make city life unsustainable for many residents.
Australia's rental crisis: 60% of income spent on housing
New data reveals Australia's rental affordability crisis has worsened dramatically, with low-income households spending over 60% of income on rent as the government faces calls for urgent intervention.
Reeves may cut green levies to reduce energy bills
Exclusive: Labour Chancellor explores reducing environmental levies in strategic move to tackle cost of living crisis while balancing climate commitments.
Cartoon captures budget backlash against Rachel Reeves
Ben Jennings' powerful political cartoon captures the brewing storm around Rachel Reeves' first major budget, depicting widespread discontent and economic anxiety across Britain.
Britain's invisible care network revealed
Amidst ongoing crises, an intricate web of informal care continues to sustain vulnerable people across the UK, revealing the hidden resilience of our social fabric.
RBA's sporting cliches fail struggling Australians
As the Reserve Bank governor deploys football metaphors, new data reveals Australian households are being pushed to breaking point by relentless rate hikes and soaring living costs.
Winter Fuel Payment 2024: Eligibility Guide
Discover if you qualify for the DWP Winter Fuel Payment this year. Our comprehensive guide explains eligibility criteria, payment amounts, and how to claim your heating support.
Surprising UK City Offers Best Value for Money
New research reveals which UK city gives residents the most bang for their buck, with surprising results that challenge London's dominance.
Labour's poverty dilemma: 450,000 children wait
Exclusive analysis reveals Labour's cautious approach to child poverty, opting for gradual reform over immediate universal credit expansion despite rising hardship across Britain.
Britain's professional middle class is disappearing
A startling new analysis reveals how Britain's traditional middle class is being hollowed out, creating a worrying new class divide that threatens social stability.
Priestley's Timeless Warning Resonates in 2025
A powerful new production at London's Donmar Warehouse reveals how Priestley's classic socialist drama speaks directly to today's cost of living crisis and social inequality.
DWP's £4.25 Rule Warning: Benefits At Risk
Exclusive: The Department for Work and Pensions issues urgent alert about little-known savings rule that could stop Universal Credit and other benefit payments immediately.
New Zealand's Great Exodus to Australia
New Zealand is experiencing an unprecedented population drain as citizens head to Australia in record numbers, driven by better wages and living costs. Discover the economic forces behind this mass migration.
Reeves' VAT Cut Will Backfire, Experts Warn
Chancellor's plan to slash VAT on electricity faces criticism as analysts warn it could fuel inflation and fail to target those most in need. Discover why energy experts are sounding the alarm.
Martin Lewis' 12-minute council tax saving solution
Money Saving Expert founder shares simple check that could save London households hundreds of pounds annually amid cost of living crisis.
Australia's new consumer habits: Drinking less, buying smart
New data reveals Australians are fundamentally changing their spending patterns - drinking less alcohol, forgoing flu vaccinations, and switching to supermarket home brands amid economic pressures.
Immigration Tops Cost of Living as UK's Main Concern
Exclusive Sky News polling shows immigration has surged past the cost of living to become the most pressing issue for UK voters ahead of the general election.
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