UK GDP World Cup boost masks growing Iran war threat to 2027 growth
The UK GDP World Cup boost helped push the economy to 0.4% growth in the second quarter of 2025, but warnings from inside Government suggest the year ahead could be... Read More
Ofwat water bill increases draw anger as five firms get provisional go-ahead
Ofwat water bill increases that were not expected have drawn sharp criticism from the Prime Minister after the regulator provisionally approved an additional £3.4 billion in spending for five water... Read More
Revolut airport lounge Copenhagen to open in 2027 as Europe network launches
The Revolut airport lounge in Copenhagen will open in 2027, the fintech company has confirmed, marking the first site in a planned network of branded lounges across major European hubs.... Read More
UK GDP Iran war impact softened by heatwave and World Cup surge
Official figures show the UK GDP Iran war impact was cushioned in June by record-breaking heat and the start of the football World Cup, with the economy growing 0.3% in... Read More
UK Housing Market July Demand Shows Little Sign of Recovery, RICS Warns
UK housing market July demand remained weak, with buyer inquiries and agreed sales both stuck at the same depressed levels recorded in June, according to the Royal Institution of Chartered... Read More
Bank of England interest rate hold expected as energy shock clouds outlook
A Bank of England interest rate hold is widely expected on Thursday, as policymakers weigh the inflationary pressure of the Middle East energy shock against signs that the UK economy... Read More
