Economy

Energy bills are moving back towards the centre of Britain's political debate as Andy Burnham's government prepares to tackle one of the most persistent pressures on household finances.

The UK's household sector is entering another challenging period as inflation accelerates, energy prices rise and borrowing costs remain elevated.

Britain's defence budget has become one of the most difficult financial challenges facing Andy Burnham's new government.

The UK's economic recovery is facing a fresh test as growth continues but loses momentum.

The UK's governmentBond Marketis becoming one of the most important indicators of the country's economic health as investors reassess inflation, interest rates, public borrowing and the outlook for government finances.

The UK's housing market is entering September with a difficult combination of higher mortgage rates, subdued price growth and weaker buyer activity.

The UK's inflation outlook has become one of the most important macroeconomic stories heading into September 2026, after consumer-price growth accelerated to2.9% in July, up from2.6% in June.