Tag: Economy

New property must haves

There was a time when good schools, a garden and transport links were enough to entice prospective home owners through the door, but now it seems estate agents are focusing on high spec home buzzwords to pique the interest of … Continue reading

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Consumer spending inches up

The 0.3% upturn in the economy in the first quarter of the year has been matched by a marginal 0.1% increase in consumer spending, according to the latest figures from the Office of National Statistics (ONS).

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UK narrowly avoids triple-dip recession

The latest official statistics have revealed that the UK economy expanded by a figure of 0.3% in the first quarter of the year, allaying fears that Britain was poised to plunge into a triple-dip recession.

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UK economy grew by 0.1% in first quarter

The latest estimates from the National Institute of Economic Research (NIESR) have revealed that the UK GDP expanded into a marginal growth figure of 0.1% in the three months ending in March, suggesting that Britain’s economy is making a gradual … Continue reading

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The Economy – Keeping Ahead of the Curve

Cutbacks are continuing to be announced and wages are showing no signs of increasing to keep up with the rising costs of living, so more people are looking for ways to reduce household expenditure and make inroads into tackling their … Continue reading

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Beating the Budget

Whether you’re single or married with children, own your house or rent it, are working or not, Wednesday’s Budget could have affected you, your finances and your future.

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George Osborne’s March Budget – what to expect?

It’s that time of year again; when the days start to get longer, the daffodils are out and the Chancellor whips the country’s finances into shape with the annual March budget.

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Figures confirm economy shrank at the end of 2012

News that the economy contracted by 0.3% in the final quarter of last year has exacerbated what has already been a dire last week for the UK economy.

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