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Faisal Islam: Iran war is having a dramatic effect on the UK economy
The knock-on effects of the war in the Gulf go beyond a hold on interest rates and are set to reverberate for months.
Bank ready to raise interest rates if Iran war price 'shock' persists
Policymakers vote unanimously to hold rates at 3.75% after the Iran war prompts a reversal in the debate over borrowing costs.
Pay grows at slowest rate in more than five years
Annual earnings grew at an annual rate of 3.8% in the November to January period, the Office for National Statistics says.
Why the average age of a first-time buyer has risen
The average age of a first-time buyer in England has risen from 29 to 34.
The housing charity helping key workers stay local
Homes for Wells provides rented accommodation to 47 families for about 80% of market rate.
Why gas prices are soaring after Qatar attack
Analysts fear the disruption to supply could continue for longer than initially thought.
Nearly 400 firms fined over failure to pay minimum wage
The official minimum rates of pay will rise for 2.7 million workers in April 2026.
Nearly 400 firms fined over failure to pay minimum wage
The official minimum rates of pay will rise for 2.7 million workers in April 2026.
Nearly 400 firms fined over failure to pay minimum wage
The official minimum rates of pay will rise for 2.7 million workers in April 2026.
School 'poverty policy officers' to help families
The two positions in South Tyneside will focus on school uniform and access to activities.
Pay growth at lowest rate in more than five years
Annual earnings grew at an annual rate of 3.8% in the November to January period, the Office for National Statistics says.
Camden pregnancy payment to continue after trial
The scheme provides £500 to support low-income families welcoming a new baby in the London borough.
'Our heating oil's doubled in price in two weeks'
Lawrence Salvoni worries not only about the price he has to pay, but the security of his supply.
How Finnish supermarkets are central to the country's defence
The chains all have detailed plans to follow in the event of the nation going to war.
How Finnish supermarkets are central to the country's defence
The chains all have detailed plans to follow in the event of the nation going to war.
Impact of Iran war expected to bring hold in interest rates
Before the conflict began, analysts had expected a cut in the Bank rate at this meeting.
Impact of Iran war expected to bring hold in interest rates
Before the conflict began, analysts had expected a cut in the Bank rate at this meeting.
UK sets target to boost steel making and cut imports
Up to half of steel used in Britain should be made there, the government says, as it announces its steel strategy.
UK sets target to boost steel making and cut imports
Up to half of steel used in Britain should be made there, the government says, as it announces its steel strategy.
Labubu film is official with Paddington director at the helm
The film will combine live action and computer-generated animation and is in "early development".