UK economy2 days agoNI employers named for not paying staff minimum wageAcross the UK, more than 600 employers were ordered to pay affected workers the outstanding wages, with £4m returned to workers.2 days ago3 days agoFaisal Islam: Why bond market wildfire is keeping world leaders up at nightHuge AI spending plans and the ongoing war in Iran are driving up borrowing costs around the world.3 days ago3 days agoWhy are UK borrowing costs rising and what does it mean for me?Some government borrowing costs have hit their highest level for 28 years - what does it mean for you?3 days ago26 Aug 2026Jersey earnings rise by 1.2% after inflationStatistics Jersey says the increase is "slightly lower" than the long-term annual average.26 Aug 202625 Aug 2026Burnham refuses to rule out tax rises in autumn BudgetExperts have warned that he and Chancellor John Healey will have little room to manoeuvre in their first Budget.25 Aug 202622 Aug 2026Economic adviser O'Neill rules out government job but backs PM's devolution plansLord O'Neill, former chief economist at Goldman Sachs, was tipped to become Andy Burnham's chief economic adviser.22 Aug 202621 Aug 2026Millennials have found it hard to buy homes – but things may be turning a cornerTwenty-somethings are much less likely to own a home than previous generations. But data suggests things may be improving.21 Aug 202619 Aug 2026Jump in energy bills drives UK inflation to highest rate for four monthsA 2.9% rise in inflation had been widely expected by economists, with Chancellor John Healey saying the Iran war “continues to impact prices here at home”.19 Aug 202619 Aug 2026Inflation is heating up but don't expect another crisisRising living costs could heap pressure on PM Andy Burnham though it depends what happens in the coming months.19 Aug 2026...
