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Strikes weigh on UK economy which stagnated in February

Britain's economy stagnated in February as strikes by public workers hit output but a bounce in January was stronger than first thought, meaning a recession is a bit less likely to be brewing in early 2023, official data showed.

UK companies are turning to contract workers

As the UK grapples with economic instability and a widening skill gap across various sectors, companies are taking a closer look at their hiring strategies and favouring the employment of temporary staff.

UK inflation surprise pressures BoE to raise rates again

British inflation unexpectedly rose to 10.4% in February, pushed up by higher food and drink prices in pubs and restaurants, according to official data which is likely to prompt the Bank of England to raise interest rates on Thursday.

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