BBC News business reporter Emma Haslett reported that the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised its forecast for UK economic growth in 2025 to 1.2%, with expectations for a further increase to 1.4% in 2026. This positive outlook follows a promising start to the year, indicating that an economic recovery is currently in progress. The… Continue reading IMF raises UK growth forecast as it warns on tax and spending
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KFC to create 7,000 jobs in UK and Irish growth plan
In a bid to counter the growing competition from other fast food chicken chains like Wingstop, KFC has revealed plans to create 7,000 new jobs in the UK and Ireland. The company will be investing close to £1.5bn over the next five years, with a portion of the funds allocated for the establishment of new… Continue reading KFC to create 7,000 jobs in UK and Irish growth plan
Nigel Farage: Reform UK want to make it easier for people to have children
Political reporter Kate Whannel wrote about a recent speech by Reform UK leader Nigel Farage, where he discussed the party’s plans to support more generous tax breaks for married individuals and eliminate the two-child benefit limit. In his address in central London, Farage emphasized his desire to ease the financial burdens on lower-paid workers by… Continue reading Nigel Farage: Reform UK want to make it easier for people to have children
Ministers considering scrapping two-child benefit cap
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson has addressed the potential elimination of the two-child benefit cap, acknowledging that it would come with a hefty price tag. In a conversation with the BBC, she highlighted the negative impact of the policy, which restricts most families from receiving means-tested benefits for any third or subsequent children born after April… Continue reading Ministers considering scrapping two-child benefit cap
Adolescence writer says benefit cuts 'punching down' on disabled people
Jack Thorne, the screenwriter known for his work on the popular TV drama Adolescence, has spoken out against the government’s proposed benefit changes, stating that they unfairly target disabled individuals. Thorne, who is autistic and received praise for his work on the Netflix series, expressed his concerns about the impact of the planned cuts on… Continue reading Adolescence writer says benefit cuts 'punching down' on disabled people
Drug-fuelled driver who caused three-year-old's death jailed
In Manchester, a tragic incident occurred where a three-year-old girl, Louisa Palmisano, known as Lulu, was hit and killed by a van driven by Rawal Rehman. The devastating event took place on Mosely Street in the city center when the van crashed into a tram, causing Rehman’s vehicle to mount the pavement and strike the… Continue reading Drug-fuelled driver who caused three-year-old's death jailed
Mary Earps: England goalkeeper retires before Euro 2025
Mary Earps, the renowned England goalkeeper, has surprised fans by announcing her retirement from international football, just a mere five weeks before the team’s European Championship defence in Switzerland. Despite her crucial role in the Lionesses winning Euro 2022, Earps recently lost her starting position to Chelsea’s Hannah Hampton. With 53 senior appearances spanning over… Continue reading Mary Earps: England goalkeeper retires before Euro 2025
London Congestion Charge set to rise by 20% to £18
Transport for London (TfL) has put forth a proposal to increase London’s Congestion Charge by 20%, bringing it up to £18. This increase will go into effect on January 2, raising the daily fee from £15. This marks the first increase since June 2020 when the charge surged by 30% from £11.50. Failure to pay… Continue reading London Congestion Charge set to rise by 20% to £18
Nigel Farage defends Reform's 'racist' Anas Sarwar advert
In response to criticisms of a controversial Reform UK advertisement targeting Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar, Nigel Farage has come to its defense. Both the Labour party and First Minister John Swinney have denounced the online video, released ahead of a Holyrood by-election, as “blatantly racist.” Farage, during a press conference in London, showed the… Continue reading Nigel Farage defends Reform's 'racist' Anas Sarwar advert
Beef drives food inflation to highest in a year
UK food inflation has hit an annual high as a result of increased prices for beef and fresh produce, according to industry data. The British Retail Consortium (BRC) reported a 2.8% rise in food prices in the year to May, marking the highest annual rate since May 2024 when food inflation stood at 3.2%. Experts… Continue reading Beef drives food inflation to highest in a year