Bank’s rate decision leaves frustrated Reeves praying for an August cut
Lower interest rates will be a lever for growth but the Middle East conflict and rising food prices will have troubled MPC Bank of England keeps interest rates on hold Business live – latest updates Last week’s spending review revealed Rachel Reeves’s plan for reviving the UK’s struggling
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Government steps in to protect consumers with old energy meters
A widespread switch-off of Radio Teleswitch Service (RTS) meters will not happen on 30 June. HM GovernmentSource
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Closure of loophole to keep terrorists and extremists out of the UK
A law has been introduced to prevent British citizenship being reinstated to people considered a national security risk following a successful initial appeal. HM GovernmentSource
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Prime Minister meets with Lionesses ahead of the Euros to announce a new approach to school sport
Today the Prime Minister met with the Lionesses as they prepare to defend England's title at the UEFA Women's Euro 2025 football competition next month. HM GovernmentSource
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Rapist who filmed assault has sentence increased
A man who raped a woman and shared a video of his assault with other people has had his sentence increased, following intervention by the Solicitor General. HM GovernmentSource
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International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict: Joint Statement to the OSCE
Acting Ambassador Deirdre Brown delivers a joint statement marking the 2025 International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict. HM GovernmentSource
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New data laws will make life easier for British people, cutting life admin, easing traffic and speeding up roadworks
British people will benefit from new laws which will make their day-to-day lives easier – from slashing grocery bills and cutting traffic jams to speeding up NHS diagnoses – as the government delivers on manifesto commitment… HM GovernmentSource
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New law to ensure fairness for all in court
Sentencing guidelines which risked differential treatment for different races and religions blocked as Sentencing Guidelines (Pre-sentence Reports) Act receives Royal Assent HM GovernmentSource
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New guidance issued for environmental impact assessments
Guidance offers greater clarity to offshore oil and gas developers. HM GovernmentSource
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Thurrock Council: Letter to the Leader of Thurrock Council following Commissioners’ fifth report
Letter to the Leader of Thurrock Council, informing the Leader of the publication of Commissioners’ fifth report and that the Secretary of State is minded-to use her powers under the Local Government Act 1999 to issue new Di… HM GovernmentSource
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