Economy
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UK construction sector growth hits six-month high
Growth in the UK construction sector hit a six-month high in January as cost pressures and worries about Omicron eased, according to…
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UK retail sector sees sluggish start to 2022
The UK retail sector got off to a sluggish start in 2022, industry data showed on Friday, despite a fall in Covid…
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UK property market has busiest January on record – Rightmove
The UK property market had its busiest January on record as buyer enquiries and homes for sale rose strongly, Rightmove said. Buyer…
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Households to receive up to £350 to tackle cost of living squeeze
The chancellor has set out a series of measures intended to help households tackle the soaring cost of living. Speaking shortly after…
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Bank of England ups interest rates to 0.5%
The Bank of England has increased interest rates to 0.5%, it was announced on Thursday. The widely-expected 0.25 percentage point hike follows…
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Energy bills to surge for millions
The energy price cap will rise by more than 50% from 1 April, Ofgem confirmed on Thursday, causing average household energy bills…
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UK services prices rise at fastest pace for 25 years – PMI
Prices charged by UK service providers rose at the fastest pace for more than 25 years in January as business activity strengthened,…
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UK construction sector upbeat for year ahead – RICS
The UK construction sector expects to grow throughout the current year, an industry survey showed on Thursday, despite ongoing skills and material…
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Government to announce energy bill rebate – report
The government is poised to announce a rebate on energy bills, it was reported on Tuesday, a day ahead of Ofgem announcing…
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UK shop-price inflation surges – survey
The rate of price rises in UK shops almost doubled in January, adding to pressure on the cost of living with more…
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