Office for National Statistics has ‘deep-seated’ problems and needs an overhaul
Devereux Review on the UK’s main statistics body also says a revision of past figures may be required The UK’s main statistics body needs a £10m overhaul and its top role split in two after a series of management failings and errors that have plagued the organisation for
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Growing signs of slowdown in UK jobs market, says Bank of England governor
Andrew Bailey warns of ‘significant decline in wage growth in year ahead’ as Bank prepares for interest rates decision Business live – latest updates There are growing signs that the UK jobs markets is slowing as employers respond to higher national insurance contributions (NICs) by cutting hiring and
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Britain remains trapped in poor economic policy | Letters
Readers respond to Randeep Ramesh’s article on the flaws in Labour’s approach to the economy Randeep Ramesh certainly tackles a worthwhile and complex modern economic policy conundrum (Labour could find the money it wants without raising taxes. This is austerity by amnesia, 29 June). But his opinion that
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‘David Attenborough on a tenner’: Guardian readers’ ideas for new banknotes
Bank of England has asked public for views before first major redesign of banknotes in more than 50 years Banknotes issued by the Bank of England are to have a major redesign for the first time in more than 50 years. Historic figures such as Winston Churchill and
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Cutting-edge personalised treatments, made while you wait, will deliver specialised care to patients more quickly
New regulations effective today will make it faster and easier for cutting-edge cancer treatments and personalised gene therapies to be made right where patients are treated. HM GovernmentSource
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New operational partnership with delivery giants to combat illegal working
New agreement between Home Office and top food delivery firms will help stop illegal working in the delivery sector HM GovernmentSource
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Tell us: what would you like to see on a redesigned bank note?
Banknotes issued by the Bank of England are being redesigned. We’d like to hear your suggestions for a new theme Banknotes issued by the Bank of England are to have a major redesign for the first time in more than 50 years. Historic figures such as Winston Churchill
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UK-Egypt Strategic Partnership: 22 July 2025
A Strategic Partnership between the UK and Egyptian governments. HM GovernmentSource
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UK inflation rise makes it clear: the cost of living crisis has not gone away
Analysts say pressure will be on Bank to keep interest rates higher for longer, as consumers’ mood stays gloomy UK inflation rises unexpectedly to 3.6% Business live – latest updates For anyone hoping the Bank of England will pick up the pace of interest rate cuts – including
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British Ambassador pays courtesy visit to Guatemalan Minister of Education
Ambassador Juliana Correa and Minister Anabella Giracca met to explore ways to further deepen UK-Guatemala educational ties. HM GovernmentSource
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