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Bank of England's QE Losses to Cost UK Taxpayers Up to £200bn, Fueling Windfall Tax Debate

Bank of England Losses to Cost Taxpayers £200bn

A new report reveals the staggering cost of the Bank of England's quantitative easing programme, with taxpayers facing a bill of up to £200 billion, intensifying calls for a windfall tax on banks.

England and Wales Fertility Rate Plummets to Record Low, ONS Data Reveals

Fertility rate in England and Wales hits record low

New figures from the Office for National Statistics show the fertility rate in England and Wales has hit its lowest level in nearly a century, with significant implications for future population trends and public policy.

UK Baby Bust: England & Wales Fertility Rate Plummets for Third Year Running | ONS Data

UK Fertility Rate Crashes to Record Low for Third Year

Exclusive analysis of ONS figures reveals a deepening demographic crisis as the fertility rate in England and Wales hits a record low. Discover the economic pressures, shifting societal norms, and government policies behind the decline.

UK Bank Holidays 2025: Your Complete Guide to All the Long Weekends

UK Bank Holidays 2025: Your Complete Guide

Plan your year ahead! Here is the full, confirmed list of 2025 bank holidays for England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, including key dates for your diary.

Powell's Pause: Fed Holds Rates Steady, Signals Just One Cut This Year Amid Stubborn Inflation

Fed Holds Rates, Signals Just One Cut in 2024

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell holds interest rates at a 23-year high, projecting a more cautious single cut in 2024 as US inflation proves persistent. Markets react to the hawkish stance.

August Bank Holiday 2025: Full Opening Hours for Supermarkets, Shops, and Pubs

August Bank Holiday 2025: Full Opening Hours Guide

Your complete guide to August Bank Holiday 2025 trading hours. Find out when major supermarkets like Tesco, Asda, and Sainsbury's will be open, plus pub hours and which shops will be trading.

UK Inflation Surges in July, Forcing Bank of England to Halt Interest Rate Cuts | The Guardian Analysis

UK Inflation Rises, Halting Bank of England Rate Cuts

UK inflation unexpectedly jumped to 2.3% in July, dashing hopes for an August interest rate cut. Soaring air fares and rising clothing costs are blamed, putting the Bank of England's next move under intense scrutiny.

UK Inflation Shock: Prices Spike Again to 2.5% in April, Dashing Hopes for Rate Cuts

UK Inflation Rises to 2.5%, Dashing Rate Cut Hopes

In a fresh blow to household budgets, UK inflation rose to 2.5% in April, driven by soaring energy bills and stubborn service costs. The surprise jump dashes hopes for an imminent Bank of England interest rate cut, prolonging the cost-of-living squeeze fo

Lloyds Bank Launches Market-Leading 6.25% Savings Account – Is It Right for You?

Lloyds Bank offers 6.25% savings rate

Lloyds Bank has introduced a new savings account offering an impressive 6.25% interest rate. Find out if this limited-time deal is the right move for your money.

RBA Set to Slash Interest Rates in August: What It Means for You

RBA to cut rates in August: experts

Experts predict the Reserve Bank of Australia will cut interest rates this August, offering relief to borrowers amid economic uncertainty.

Mortgage Crisis: How Rising Interest Rates Are Squeezing Homeowners and Savers

Mortgage crisis as interest rates keep rising

With the Bank of England hiking interest rates yet again, homeowners on variable mortgages face steep repayments while savers see little benefit. Here’s what it means for you.

Bank of England Holds Base Rate at 5.25% – Relief for Borrowers, But Inflation Concerns Linger

Bank holds base rate at 5.25% amid inflation concerns

The Bank of England has kept interest rates unchanged at 5.25%, offering temporary relief to mortgage holders. However, experts warn that persistent inflation could lead to future hikes, squeezing household budgets further.

Bank of England Cuts Interest Rates to 0.1% in Emergency Move Amid Coronavirus Crisis

Bank of England cuts rates to 0.1% in emergency move

The Bank of England has slashed interest rates to a historic low of 0.1% in an emergency response to the economic fallout from the coronavirus pandemic. Find out what this means for savers, borrowers, and the UK economy.

Bank of England Holds Interest Rates at 5.25% Amid Inflation Concerns

Bank of England holds rates at 5.25%

The Bank of England has kept interest rates unchanged at 5.25% for the fifth consecutive meeting, as inflation remains stubbornly above target. Governor Andrew Bailey signals cautious optimism but warns of persistent risks.

Shocking Security Flaw: Flimsy Fence Exposes UK Air Base to Potential Threats

Flimsy fence exposes UK air base security flaws

A critical security lapse has been uncovered at a key UK air base, where a feeble fence is the only barrier protecting sensitive military assets. Experts warn of severe risks if immediate action isn't taken.

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