The Bank of England cuts interest rates to 3.75% after a narrow MPC vote, signaling caution as inflation eases and UK economic growth stalls.
Unison members elect leftwing Andrea Egan as general secretary, replacing Christina McAnea and potentially straining the union’s ties with Labour.
UK inflation dropped to 3.2% in November as food prices rose more slowly, increasing pressure on the Bank of England to cut rates.
Morrisons faces a £17m tax bill after losing a High Court case over whether its rotisserie chickens should be classed as hot food for VAT purposes.
UK house prices could rise 2–4% in 2026, Nationwide predicts, as falling interest rates, rising wages, and improved affordability support buyers.
UK cinema leaders urge Labour to block Netflix's Warner Bros takeover over fears of fewer films, job losses, and less choice post-pandemic.
Zipcar’s exit from the UK opens opportunities as car-sharing rivals like Free2Move, Hiyacar, and Turo consider expanding in London.
Ofgem plans a £30 energy credit and faster account setup to curb rising £4.5bn debt, urging UK home movers to register quickly to avoid power loss.
Sir George Bain warns Labour’s plan to scrap the youth rate could raise youth unemployment and cost young workers vital job opportunities.
OECD says UK growth is weakening as Labour’s migration curbs and tax rises hit productivity, lift unemployment, and keep inflation above the 2% target.