62 m. ago Mortgage experts issue advice to anyone with a mortgage after inflation rises

The Consumer Price Index has risen for the first time in five months

Economics

4 h. ago FTSE 100 Live 21 January: Inflation rate rebounds, Currys and Burberry shares surge

UK inflation bounced back in December as tobacco duty hikes and Christmas getaways pushed up the cost of living.

Economics

5 h. ago FTSE 100 Live 21 January: Inflation rate above forecast, Burberry sales rise

UK inflation bounced back in December as tobacco duty hikes and Christmas getaways pushed up the cost of living.

Economics

6 h. ago Inflation bounces back in December as Christmas travel fuels price rises

The rate of Consumer Prices Index inflation rose to 3.4% in December from 3.2% in November, the Office for National Statistics said.

Economics

18 h. ago Biodiversity collapse threatens UK security, intelligence chiefs warn

Ecosystem destruction will increase food shortages, disorder and mass migration, with effects already being feltThe global attack on nature is threatening the UK’s national security, government intelligence chiefs have warned, as the increasingly likely collapse of vitally important natural systems would bring mass migration, food shortages and price rises, and global disorder.Food supplies are particularly at risk, as “without significant increases”, the UK would be unable to compete with other nations for scarce resources, a report to ministers warns. Continue reading...

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29 h. ago Top Tech: BT makes major price rise announcement as expert reveals how to cut bills

Experts say the changes could have a 'disproportionate impact' on some billpayers.

Science

48 h. ago Rightmove issues warning to anyone selling their home in 2026

The average house price now stands at £368,031 after a 2.8 percent rise as the choice for buyers hits 12-year high

Events

3 d. ago Avoid January energy bill price rises with simple change through online service

Price cap increase leaves households facing higher bills until April 2026 when £150 government support arrives.

Economics

4 d. ago Thousands can get free BBC TV licence ‘as price could rise to above £180’

The TV licence fee typically rises every year in April, in line with the previous September Consumer Price Index (CPI) measure of inflation

Economics

1 week ago Broadband and mobile price rises 2026 including O2, Vodafone, Sky, Three and more

Telecom firms are banned by Ofcom from linking mid-contract price rises to inflation - instead, customers must be told in 'pounds and pence' how much their bill will increase by

Politics

2 w. ago Price cap rise pushes up winter energy bills but Brits can still save with trick

The reported £150 reduction in bills won't take effect for months

Economics

2 w. ago Four smart switches you can make now to cut the costs of your energy bills

YOUR energy bills are set to increase this month as the price cap rises. But if you’re feeling the heat, don’t just sit back and take it. Make smart switches and cut the cost of your utilities now. SMART HABITS: Boiling a full kettle for a brew could mean you waste up to £35 a...

Economics

2 w. ago Homes in seaside town had the steepest price rise in Britain after it was called 'the best place to live'.. but what do residents actually think?

House prices in Plymouth have risen almost 13 per cent in the last year - faster than any other UK city.

Society

2 w. ago Winter energy bills rise with price cap but there's a way to save money now

'I have been with this company for a very long time now and it's been amazing with me'

Economics

2 w. ago Energy bills to rise again for millions TODAY as snow forecast – four ways to get help including £200 free cash

MILLIONS of households’ energy bills are to rise today, just as a swathe of cold health alerts have been issued for large areas of the UK. The 0.2% increase to Ofgem’s energy price cap will equate to a rise of about 28p a month for the average household in England, Wales and Scotland remaining on...

Economics

2 w. ago Full list of 2026 broadband price rises explained for BT, EE, Virgin Media and more

There will be monthly increases with many broadband providers

Politics

3 w. ago Wagamama warns of UK menu price rises with 'selective increases'

Wagamama reportedly expects its labour and food and drink costs to rise by 4% to 5%, and other costs such as rent, but not energy costs, to go up by 2% to 3%

Events

3 w. ago Revealed: Places with the steepest house price rises in 2025

The Devon port city of Plymouth recorded the steepest rise in the value of homes during the last year in the locations analysed by Lloyds, with property values rising by 12.6 per cent on average.

Politics

3 w. ago Motherwell and Wishaw MSP urges constituents to submit meter readings before price cap change

The UK energy regulator Ofgem has confirmed that the energy price cap will rise slightly from January 1, meaning many households on default or variable tariffs will see a small increase in their energy costs.

Politics

3 w. ago Copper price on track for biggest rise in 15 years amid global shortage fears

Metal that underpins the renewable energy industry joins silver and gold as a safe haven asset for investorsBusiness live – latest updatesCopper, the metal that underpins the fast-growing renewable energy industry, is on course for its biggest annual price rise in more than 15 years as traders react to fears of global shortages.As one of the main beneficiaries of the “electrification of everything”, copper has soared by more than 35% in value this year, spurred by US tariff uncertainty and concerns about mining disasters that could restrict supply. Continue reading...

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