UK inflation: which goods and services have changed most in price?

Inflation, Food & drink industry, Business, Economics, Energy industry, Retail industry, Motoring, Transport, UK news, Hospitality industry, Travel & leisure, Pets, Money, Consumer affairs, Petrol prices, Gas Business | The Guardian ​From olive oil to cocoa and carpets to holiday centres, how the cost of everyday things variesUK inflation falls by less than expected to 2.3%Big…

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Jeremy Hunt’s tax cut plans face setback as government borrowing tops £20bn

Budget deficit, Economics, Tax and spending, Jeremy Hunt, Politics, UK news, Business, Economic policy, Government borrowing, Public finance, Society, Bonds, Office for Budget Responsibility, Office for National Statistics Business | The Guardian ​ONS says budget deficit £1.5bn higher than previous year due to extra spending on benefits and weaker tax revenuesJeremy Hunt’s plans for pre-election tax…

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UK drivers warned to watch out for ‘crash for cash’ fraud claims

Insurance industry, Business, Motoring, Scams, Crime, Road transport, UK news, Car insurance, Insurance, Money, Consumer affairs Business | The Guardian ​Insurer Allianz says scam by criminals on motorbikes and scooters increased by 6,000% last yearMotorists have been warned to be vigilant after a 60-fold increase in “crash for cash” fraud claims involving motorbike and scooter riders…

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Scotland call up Doak, McCrorie & Forrest for Euros

Scotland head coach Steve Clarke includes uncapped duo Ben Doak and Ross McCrorie in his provisional squad for Euro 2024, while there is a return for James Forrest. Scotland head coach Steve Clarke includes uncapped duo Ben Doak and Ross McCrorie in his provisional squad for Euro 2024, while there is a return for James Forrest.  

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