*Interesting* non move in overall CPI inflation numbers at 2.2% masking goods inflation going further negative, services inflation going back up … doesn’t include housing cost measures though which are at highest rate since this measure collected in 1992… rate decision tomorrow

No change at the Bank of England as inflation – and most likely interest rates too – hold steady. Find out more ⤵️ resolutionfoundation.org/press-releases…

Over the last fifteen years the value of working-age benefits (like unemployment benefits) have fallen in real terms – down 9 per cent. Over the same period, the value of the State Pension has increased by 15 per cent.

Public funding for UK ICE pulled - its analyses at junction of law, constitution, diplomacy and economics especially the Brexit players interview archives extremely helpful…

The UK applies a wide range of tax rates to different forms of income, in effect taxing people on similar incomes very differently. Capital Gains Tax in particular is ripe for reform as some rates are unjustifiably lower compared to those on other forms of income.

UK manufacturers sold £456.1 billion worth of products in 2023, up £17.2 billion or 3.9% on the 2022 total. This includes both the home market as well as export sales. Read more and explore the dataset ➡️ ons.gov.uk/businessindust…

The Monetary Policy Committee voted by a majority of 8-1 to maintain #BankRate at 5%. Find out more: b-o-e.uk/3BaXjqD

Bank of England holds interest rates at 5%: bbc.co.uk/news/live/cx2l…

Mortgage rates: When will UK interest rates fall again? bbc.co.uk/news/business-…

We set out our recommendations for the #AutumnBudget and encourage the government to carry-out a wider review of the tax system. Read about our Tax Faculty’s contribution to the submission: ow.ly/lgi850TqHYM #icaewDaily #tax

Public sector net borrowing excluding public sector banks was £13.7 billion in August 2024, £3.3 billion more than in August 2023 and the third highest August borrowing on record, behind 2020 and 2021. Read more ➡️ ons.gov.uk/economy/govern…

Retail sales rose 1.0% in August 2024, following a rise of 0.7% in July 2024. Some supermarkets and clothing retailers reported a boost because of warmer weather and end of season sales☀️ Read more ➡️ ons.gov.uk/businessindust…

Leicester ranked as best city in the East Midlands to live and work dmu.ac.uk/about-dmu/news…

‘Friendly’ and ‘walkable’ city named one of the best UK destinations metro.co.uk/2024/06/01/fri…

The UK has underperformed productivity growth when compared to the rest of the G7. Something needs to change, but what's the best way to get growth going? We've sixed up the Government’s growth agenda 👉 buff.ly/47uLyYl

National debt at 100% of GDP for first time since 1960s Read more🔗 trib.al/IUKIQDK

We’ve published the latest insights from our Opinions and Lifestyle Survey (7 Aug to 1 Sept 2024). When asked about the important issues facing the UK today, the most reported issues were: 📈 #CostOfLiving (86%) 🚑 NHS (81%) 💷 Economy (66%) ➡️ ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulati…

Leicester has been named the best city to live and work in the East Midlands in this year's 'Good Growth for Cities' Index ranking cities based on a number of factors. We were praised for the city's healthy work-life balance and good transport links. ow.ly/eB8J50TrITi

The latest ONS public sector finances data highlights the huge fiscal challenge facing the Chancellor in her Budget. Borrowing is running well above the OBR forecast – £3.3bn higher than this time last year, and 3rd highest August borrowing on record (nominal terms & excluding

Millions on average and above average earnings heading for big drop in income in retirement. For them auto enrolment rates aren’t enough. But do not propose higher contributions for low earners. They need the money now. Those too focused on pensions often miss this crucial point