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Bank of England in no hurry on interest rates – but cuts will come

Despite the decision to hold at 4.5%, businesses and households can take a confident view of the UK’s prospects Bank of England says companies freezing hiring plans as it keeps interest rates on hold Bank of England policymakers might be on a “go-slow” as they look forward to

Bank of England says companies freezing hiring plans as it keeps interest rates on hold

Rate-setting committee also points to mounting global uncertainty as it pauses its cycle of reductions Business live latest updates The Bank of England has said UK businesses are freezing their hiring plans in response to Rachel Reeves’s tax increases and to mounting global uncertainty as it kept interest

UK pay growth remains high, making interest rate cut less likely

Unemployment was level in January, but has risen over the past six months Business live latest updates Pay growth remained high at 5.8% in the three months to January, according to official data, maintaining the pressure on Bank of England policymakers to keep interest rates elevated when they

Former Bank of England deputy warns Rachel Reeves against kneejerk cuts

Charlie Bean says OBR forecasts are ‘flaky’ and cautions against trying to hit targets five years away The former Bank of England deputy governor Charlie Bean has warned the chancellor against making kneejerk cuts in next week’s spring statement to try to hit fiscal targets that are five

Warren Buffett Passes the Torch

After 60 years at the helm of Berkshire Hathaway, the Oracle of Omaha is ready for retirement. (00:21) Jim Gillies and Dylan Lewis discuss: – Warren Buffett’s plan to step down as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway. – The parallels between Berkshire’s succession planning and Apple’s transition from Steve

PM call with President Macron of France: 5 May 2025

The Prime Minister spoke to France’s President Emmanuel Macron this evening. HM GovernmentSource

Universal Periodic Review 49: UK Statement on Grenada

UK Statement on Grenada, delivered at Grenada's Universal Periodic Review at the Human Rights Council in Geneva. HM GovernmentSource

More girls to study maths under plans to improve pathway into AI careers

Government invests £8.2m to boost girls' advanced maths skills and AI careers. HM GovernmentSource

7 Vehicles That Can’t Handle Colorado Winters

Image Source: pexels.com Colorado’s winter landscape transforms into a challenging terrain of snow-packed roads, icy conditions, and mountain passes that demand vehicles capable of handling extreme weather. For residents and visitors alike, choosing the right vehicle can mean the difference between safely reaching your destination and being stranded

7 Grooming Habits That Are Secretly Unattractive

Image Source: pexels.com Are you sabotaging your appearance without realizing it? Even with the best intentions, certain grooming habits can actually detract from your overall appeal. What you believe enhances your attractiveness might secretly be doing the opposite. Understanding these counterproductive practices isn’t just about vanity—it’s about presenting

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