UK Economy Pulls a Cheeky 0.3% in March, Iran War or No Iran War
UK GDP grew 0.3% in March 2026, defying forecasts of a contraction despite the Iran war. Q1 came in at 0.6%, but economists warn the good news may be front-loaded.
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Britain's £800m 'Silicon Valley' Gets the Green Light, and It's About Bloody Time
The government has committed £800 million to the Oxford-Cambridge Growth Corridor, doubling its original investment in what could become Europe's answer to Silicon Valley, complete with new transport links, housing, and an AI Growth Zone.
Rachel Reeves Draws a Line in the Sand: Not Everyone Gets Help With Energy Bills
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to outline who qualifies for energy bill support amid the Iran war's impact on prices, firmly ruling out a universal bailout and opting for targeted help instead.
Rachel Reeves and the Energy Crisis: Will the Government Step In?
With winter approaching and energy bills rising, Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting pressure to offer state support. We explore whether the era of government bailouts is finally over.