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Energy Price Cap October 2026: Forecast, Date and VAT Cut Impact
The energy price cap for October 2026 is forecast to rise around 2% to £1,700 a year. Ofgem confirms the figure by 26 August as a 5% electricity VAT cut begins.
ZEV Mandate Consultation: What Weaker EV Targets Mean for Drivers
The ZEV mandate consultation could cut the 2030 EV sales target from 80% to as low as 50%. What the review means for the petrol ban, prices and charging.
Trump's 15% Tariffs on the UK: £22 Billion in Exports at Risk and What It Means for Britain
The United States has imposed 15% tariffs on UK goods, putting £22 billion of British exports at risk. We break down the economic impact, the industries hit hardest, and what the UK government is doing.
UK Cost of Living 2026: Rents Up 5%, Mortgages Stubbornly High, and What's Actually Getting Cheaper
UK rents have risen 5% year-on-year in 2026, average mortgages remain above 4%, and London rents for a two-bedroom flat now exceed £2,400 per month. Here is the full picture on cost of living in Britain today.
Employment Rights Act 2026: Every Change for UK Workers Coming Into Force This April
The Employment Rights Act 2025 brings major changes for millions of UK workers from April 2026 — sick pay from day one, new parental leave rights, minimum wage rises, and more. Full guide.
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