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 Bracing for 163,000 Job Losses: The Iran War Bill Lands on Our Doormat
The EY Item Club says the UK could lose 163,000 jobs in 2026 as Iran war fallout drives up energy costs, with South Wales and the Humber set to take the heaviest regional hits.
King Charles Storms Congress, Starmer Dodges a Bullet, and Wandsworth Bursts at the Seams: Wednesday's Five Big Stories
King Charles becomes only the second British monarch to address US Congress, Starmer survives a Commons vote on the Mandelson row, and NIESR warns of a £35bn hit to the UK economy. Here are Wednesday's five biggest stories.
Rubio Says the War Ends in Weeks. Britain's Wallet Says It Can't Wait That Long.
US Secretary of State Rubio predicts the Middle East conflict will end within weeks, while British households reel from record petrol prices, slashed growth forecasts, and the biggest market sell-off since 2022.
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Britain Wins the Worst Prize: Why the UK Is Taking the Hardest Economic Hit From the Iran War
The OECD has cut UK growth to just 0.7% and hiked inflation forecasts to 4.0%, making Britain the worst-hit major economy from the Iran conflict thanks to its heavy reliance on energy imports.
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Fancy a Warm Pint? Ed Miliband’s Fridge Advice for Struggling Pubs
Ed Miliband has suggested pubs turn off fridges to save on energy bills, but is this practical advice or just a cooling effect on common sense?
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The Sub-4% Mortgage Dream Is Dead: What It Means For Your Wallet
Mortgage rates are climbing as global instability hits the UK market. Here is why you should stop waiting for a bargain and look at your options now.
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Second-Hand Tech: How To Buy Refurbished Without Getting Robbed
Ditch the 'new tech' tax and learn how to navigate the world of refurbished gadgets to save money and the planet.
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Postcards and Prams: The Gritty Reality Behind Cornwall's Coastal Facade
Cornwall might look like a Poldark set, but behind the pasties and parades lies a struggle with drug raids and cuckooing that locals can no longer ignore.
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Energy Bills and Geopolitics: Is Ed Miliband Our Only Hope?
With oil and gas prices fluctuating due to global tensions, Ed Miliband has hinted at potential government intervention to protect British households from rising energy bills.
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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.
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Standing Firm: Why the UK is Refusing to Blink on Russian Oil Sanctions
While the US quietly eases sanctions on Russian oil, the UK is taking a principled stand and urging allies to keep the pressure dialled up.