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πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Young bearing the brunt of UK tax and wage changes, says BoE economist

A Bank of England economist highlights that recent tax and wage adjustments disproportionately affect young workers, leading to rising unemployment in this demographic.

Feb 24 β€’ 19:07 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Savers warned 'don't repeat the same mistake' as inflation falls

As UK's inflation reaches its lowest since March 2025, savers are urged to take action before potential interest rate cuts.

Feb 22 β€’ 01:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Sky News
National & Local

Golden ticket: Sky News goes inside the least visited place in London

Sky News explores the rarely seen gold vaults of the Bank of England, which store the world’s largest single deposit of gold.

Feb 18 β€’ 19:48 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Economists predict Bank of England interest rate cuts as inflation falls to 3%

UK inflation has decreased to 3%, leading economists to anticipate a potential interest rate cut by the Bank of England soon.

Feb 18 β€’ 11:31 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

UK inflation falls to 3.0% in January

UK inflation decreased to 3.0% in January, raising expectations for an interest rate cut by the Bank of England next month.

Feb 18 β€’ 10:29 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡΄ NRK
National & Local

Inflation down to 3 percent in Great Britain

Inflation in Great Britain has dropped to 3 percent in January, aligning with expectations.

Feb 18 β€’ 07:20 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

UK inflation falls to 3%, giving hopes of early cut in interest rates

UK inflation has dropped to 3%, raising expectations of an early interest rate cut by the Bank of England.

Feb 18 β€’ 07:01 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Unemployment in Britain at Highest Level in 5 Years

Unemployment in Britain has risen to 5.2%, marking its highest level in five years, with wage growth slowing, prompting expectations of a possible interest rate cut by the Bank of England.

Feb 17 β€’ 09:08 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

UK unemployment rises to five-year high of 5.2% β€” Official

Britain's unemployment rate reached a five-year high of 5.2% in Q4 2025, reflecting economic challenges and weak hiring activity.

Feb 17 β€’ 08:02 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Bank of England should cut rates to boost consumer spending, says TUC

The Trades Union Congress is urging the Bank of England to cut interest rates to stimulate consumer spending and economic growth amid concerns of lagging performance compared to international peers.

Feb 16 β€’ 06:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Full list of 2026 UK bank holidays as two dates move a fortnight earlier

The 2026 UK bank holiday schedule is announced, with some dates shifting two weeks earlier compared to 2025.

Feb 13 β€’ 20:51 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Britain: Anemic growth of 0.1% in Q4

The UK economy grew by only 0.1% in the fourth quarter, falling short of economists' expectations of 0.2%.

Feb 12 β€’ 09:29 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Sky News
Crime & Justice

Bank of England chief 'shocked' by Mandelson's alleged leaks to Epstein

Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey expressed shock over allegations that Peter Mandelson shared confidential information with Jeffrey Epstein during the 2008 financial crisis.

Feb 5 β€’ 18:47 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Why the Bank of England is holding rates despite a weakening economy

The Bank of England has decided to maintain interest rates at 3.75% despite rising unemployment and falling inflation, disappointing expectations for lower borrowing costs amid a weakening economy.

Feb 5 β€’ 13:18 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Proto Thema
National & Local

The Bank of England kept interest rates unchanged at 3.75%

The Bank of England has decided to maintain the key interest rate at 3.75% during its first meeting of 2026, opting for a wait-and-see approach amid conflicting economic signals.

Feb 5 β€’ 12:19 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Bank of England holds interest rates at 3.75% - what it means for you

The Bank of England has decided to maintain the interest rate at 3.75%, affecting borrowing costs and savings rates for consumers.

Feb 5 β€’ 12:01 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Bank of England keeps interest rates at 3.75% as inflation concerns persist

The Bank of England has decided to maintain interest rates at 3.75% due to ongoing inflation concerns, following a series of previous rate cuts.

Feb 5 β€’ 12:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Bank of England interest rates decision due imminently: Money LIVE

The Bank of England is anticipated to maintain interest rates at 3.75%, with an announcement expected today at lunchtime.

Feb 5 β€’ 10:59 UTC
πŸ‡­πŸ‡· Index.hr
Crime & Justice

Epstein gained insight into UK tax policy through Peter Mandelson

Recently released court documents from the U.S. indicate that Jeffrey Epstein received real-time insights into UK tax policy discussions and Bank of England strategy through Peter Mandelson, raising serious questions about the intertwining of private networks and public administration.

Feb 3 β€’ 18:35 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
World

Bank of England governor hits out at populism as Trump interferes in US Fed

The Bank of England governor has called for global institutions to resist the rise of populism, citing Donald Trump's interference with the US Federal Reserve as a key example of the threat to living standards.

Jan 16 β€’ 12:01 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

UK economy grew by 0.3% in November despite uncertainty over Reeves’s budget

Despite uncertainty surrounding Rachel Reeves's budget, the UK economy experienced a growth of 0.3% in November following a decline in October.

Jan 15 β€’ 07:02 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Four major banks to cut savings rates in next two weeks - full list

Four major banks are set to reduce their savings rates following the Bank of England's recent base rate cut, prompting personal finance experts to advise savers to reconsider their banking options.

Jan 15 β€’ 00:55 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
World

World's central bankers pledge to 'stand in solidarity' with Fed chair amid row with President Trump

Central bankers from around the world, including the Bank of England's Andrew Bailey, express support for US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell amidst his conflict with President Trump.

Jan 13 β€’ 14:57 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

These Nationwide customers to be worse off after February rule change

Nationwide has announced adjustments to many of its accounts and products, which will negatively affect numerous customers starting February 10 due to a recent decrease in the Bank of England Bank Rate.

Jan 13 β€’ 07:36 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Four major banks slash mortgage rates in good news for homeowners

Four major banks have reduced their mortgage interest rates, offering better deals for homeowners, with Lloyds leading at 3.47% for eligible customers.

Jan 9 β€’ 12:28 UTC
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Fox News
World

UK keeps billions in Venezuelan gold reserves frozen at Bank of England after Maduro arrest

The UK will continue to freeze over a billion dollars in Venezuelan gold at the Bank of England following the arrest of NicolΓ‘s Maduro and the interim leadership of Delcy RodrΓ­guez, as announced by Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper.

Jan 8 β€’ 22:24 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
World

Who controls Venezuela's large gold reserves in London?

The article discusses Venezuela's gold reserves stored in the Bank of England, highlighting the country's immense untapped wealth beyond its oil resources, amidst political turmoil and international interest.

Jan 7 β€’ 07:05 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

New alert over credit cards after Bank of England issues update

A debt charity warns that UK households are increasingly relying on credit cards, as borrowing has surged to its highest rate in nearly two years, according to the Bank of England's latest report.

Jan 6 β€’ 11:31 UTC

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