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UK in 2030: Brexit worsens shrinking economy, population boom and overburdened infrastructure
Britain's rapidly ageing population will put pressure on those of working age as social care systems struggle.
US dollar could peak within 100 days of Donald Trump's presidency
The American currency, like Icarus, is in danger of flying too close to the sun.
Co-op to open 100 new stores creating 1,500 UK jobs
Most of the new stores will be opened across London and the south-east.
Lloyds spending power report: UK households have less cash for treats as cost of essentials rises
The report follows a decline in the value of the pound post the referendum vote.
'Clean Brexit' could boost UK economy by £24bn annually, pro-leave group Change Britain says
The pro-Brexit group said this is a conservative estimate and that the figure could be as high as £38.6bn.
National Living Wage introduced in April could spur stronger economic growth, John Lewis boss says
The National Living Wage assures higher minimum wages of at least £7.20 an hour to staff aged 25 and above.
Indian economic growth surpasses UK for first time in 150 years as Brexit plays spoilsport
The decline in the value of the pound over the past 12 months has dented the UK economy.
UK economy beats expectations in first quarter post-Brexit
UK GDP grows 0.6% in the quarter after the June Brexit vote slightly ahead of the 0.5% analysts expected.
UK employees not confident of government's ability to negotiate favourable Brexit trade deal
Only 29% of the 2,028 people surveyed said they were confident of the government.
UK private sector growth ends the year on a high, reveals CBI survey
The survey showed most sectors, except a few such as retail, saw an uptick in volumes.
CBI asks government to take 'whole economy' approach to ensure a successful Brexit
CBI said this approach would ensure that no sector is left behind post Brexit.
Britain will need to keep its innovative edge to pay for Brexit
Bringing more competitive business to UK shores will be physically and fiscally challenging post-Brexit but the UK must not waver.
Jobs growth will continue into 2017 despite concerns over Brexit impact
CBI-Pertemps survey shows 41% of firms across the country would increase their workforce in 2017.
UK business confidence increases to 111.1 in November, YouGov and CEBR survey reveals
On the downside, business confidence levels are still down when compared to pre-Brexit levels.
Black Friday sales boost UK retail sector in November but inflation begins to bite
UK retail sales rise 5.9% in November, in line with analysts' expectations but slower than in October.
UK employment falls for the first time in over 12 months as labour market cools down
Unemployment rate in the three months to October remains unchanged at 11-year low as wage growth accelerates.
HSBC, RBS and other high street banks have closed more than 1,000 branches in two years, study finds
The closures were attributed to more customers going online and post offices offering banking services.
BCC forecasts UK economy to grow at 1.1% in 2017, the weakest GDP growth since the financial crisis
BCC says the general slowdown in the UK economy will be amid Brexit uncertainty and higher inflation.
November sees first post-Brexit on-year increase in jobs, Morgan McKinley London Employment Monitor says
November also sees an on-year increase in the number of professionals seeking jobs.
UK industrial production plunges over 1% in October amid sharp slowdown across sectors
ONS figures show both industrial and manufacturing output suffered a sharp slowdown in October.
UK services sector grows at fastest pace in 10 months in November
Business confidence dips to lowest level since July amid increasing worries over Brexit negotiations.
UK construction sector grows at fastest pace since March despite mounting inflation costs
Markit PMI shows average cost burdens rose sharply, with the rate of inflation the steepest since April 2011.
FX Focus: Pound surges to multi-week highs against euro and dollar on soft Brexit boost
Pound climbs above €1.19 after Brexit Secretary David Davis says Britain could pay to retain access to single market.
British manufacturing sector remains solid despite impact of weak pound
Markit manufacturing PMI falls from 54.3 in October to 53.4 in November, as purchase prices surge at one of fastest rates on record.
Carney says UK remains the 'investment banker for Europe', but wants clarity over Brexit
Bank of England governor says British businesses need clarity as soon as possible over Brexit outcome.
Consumer confidence tumbles as Brexit uncertainty continues to rise
GfK Consumer Confidence Index falls from -3 to -8, registering declines in every sub-category in November.
British Airways considers outsourcing more than 1,000 UK-based call centre jobs
Trade union Unite has described the move as 'a slap in the face' for BA's call centre employees.
Philip Hammond's boring but effective Chancellorship is what Britain needs right now
The new Chancellor's delivery might be dull, but his composure and pragmatism is needed.
Autumn Statement: Government cannot be trusted to support business and economy while championing Brexit
This massive fiscal constraint would have not been needed if it were not for Brexit.
Slower domestic demand pulls down UK car production by 1% but exports increase
Cars built for exports in October rose 1.7% on-year, marking a 15th consecutive month of increase.