Recent Data Reveals House Prices Fall in Largest Slump Since 2009
Data from Zoopla shows there has been a 23 per cent reduction in housing sales so far this year compared to the same time last year.
How businesses can lower costs for consumers
Transparent communication with customers about price changes and a continuous focus on cost analysis are essential components of a comprehensive strategy to lower prices during inflation while maintaining competitiveness.
Ofwat Raises Alarm Over Financial Health of Key Water Companies in South East England
The water regulator responsible for overseeing the water supply in England and Wales has issued a warning regarding the financial stability of companies that serve more than 20 million customers in the southeast of England.
Global Stocks Mixed As China Stimulus Lifts Asia
Global stock markets closed mixed on Wednesday as Wall Street tumbled while Europe made small gains -- and Asia rallied on China's plans to boost infrastructure spending.
What Does A 10% Rise In The Real Living Wage Mean For Struggling Low-Paid Workers?
A 10 per cent rise in the real living wage will be a "lifeline" for 460,000 workers struggling with low pay but minority ethnic workers are still disproportionately paid the lowest wages.
UK Workers to Receive Pay Boost with New Real Living Wage
Approximately half a million employees employed by companies committed to the voluntary Real Living Wage are poised to experience a substantial increase in their earnings, bringing their minimum hourly wage to at least £12.
UK Businesses 'Stuck in Reverse' in October, According to Recent Survey
The figures are worrying reading, as the Bank of England (BoE) prepares for its latest interest rate decision next week.
Dozens Of US States Sue Meta Over Harm To Children
Dozens of US states on Tuesday accused Facebook and Instagram owner Meta of profiting "from children's pain," damaging their mental health and misleading people about the safety of its platforms.
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If you were a calf and saw your entire herd stampeding off into the distance, you'd likely feel you should join in too.
How is Iran Involved In The Israel-Gaza War?
According to a US State Department report, Hamas is one of the richest organisations in the world, generating more than $500 in funding from Iran, taxes and Islamist charities.
'It All Adds Up Campaign' Relaunched To Help UK Homes Battle Cost-of-living Crisis This Winter
Ahead of the general elections, the UK government is building on last winter's effect of 80 per cent of UK homes using at least one energy-saving tip from the 'It All Adds Up Campaign'.
Average Pay Growth Rises Above Inflation for the First Time in Almost Two Years
The figures show that between June and August of this year, wages rose at an annual rate of 7.8 per cent, higher than average inflation over the same three months.
Fears Mount That Israel-Hamas War Could Spark Wider Conflict
Warning Iran to stay out of the war, the United States voiced concern over an escalation in the conflict sparked by the surprise Hamas attacks on Israel on October 7.
Ex-Treasury Secretary Hints that the Pain of Osborne's Austerity is Still Being Felt Today
As Britain grapples with a cost of living crisis, the deeper fissures in the economy, including inadequate education and training spend, are more evident than ever.
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Labour Defeat SNP to Secure 'Seismic' By-Election Victory in Rutherglen and Hamilton West
For Labour, the by-election represented an important battleground ahead of the next UK general election, with the Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer declaring it a "seismic" night and that people in Rutherglen and Hamilton West had sent "a clear message".
UK Housing Market Faces 5.3% Yearly Decline as Interest Rates Squeeze Prices
According to Nationwide, the largest British building society, the seasonally adjusted housing price index revealed that prices remained stagnant in September, following a 0.8% decrease in August.
Crypto Industry Grapples With FTX Fallout As Trial Looms
The collapse of cryptocurrency platform FTX, whose disgraced former boss goes on trial this week, sparked shock waves worldwide, with regulators still seeking to get to grips with the sector.
We Are 'Underdogs' At Polls, UK Tories Say As Conference Opens
Britain's ruling Conservatives opened their annual conference Sunday, with the party's chairman conceding they were "the underdogs" heading into a general election expected next year amid widespread economic woes.
New Student Finance Law Opens the Doors of Lifelong Upskilling for Employability
The UK government has passed a new student finance law keeping in mind the burden of student loans and the necessity of constant upskilling in the current job market.
Tower Hamlets Covered In 6ft Piles Of Rubbish Due To Strike
The East End has become swamped with bin bags after Unite union workers increased their strike for better pay to conquer the current cost-of-living crisis.
Scottish Port Feels Force Of UK Fishing Storm
In Peterhead, a major port in northeast Scotland and Europe's largest wholesale market for white fish, Brexit was supposed to offer "a sea of opportunity" for locals.
UK's Sunak Defends Climate Policy Shift
Britain's Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Thursday insisted he was "not slowing down efforts" to tackle climate change, a day after softening green policies aimed at achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050.
Bank of England Holds Interest Rates at 5.25%
The decision to hold the rate comes after figures revealed an unexpected slowdown in inflation in August.
The ten challenges impacting the financial services industry
To ensure it survives and prospers, the financial industry needs to overcome ten challenges, and it is vital that they do.
Climate protesters throng New York, demand end to fossil fuels
Tens of thousands of people took to the streets of New York on Sunday, calling for increased action against climate change ahead of the opening of the UN General Assembly.
West London residents left without water for second day; Thames Water apologies
Thames Water said the problems were caused by a power supply issue at its West London treatment works, and were "sorry for the disruption".
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G20 Summit adopts New Delhi Declaration amid Ukraine text controversy
The G20 Summit in New Delhi successfully adopted the Leaders' Declaration after addressing Ukraine text concerns, marking India's ambitious presidency.
Britain and Singapore announce new strategic partnership during G20 Summit
Prime Minister Sunak emphasised the significance of this agreement, highlighting the broader objectives of his international engagements, which prioritise the interests of the British people.