Why a recession does matter – and not just for Rishi Sunak’s career February 15, 2024 After months of debating whether the UK would fall into a recession, we finally have an answer. There's now a new debate: does it matter.
Economy expected to return to growth in November – but risk of recession remains January 8, 2024 Experts pointed to a range of factors behind the likely rebound, including the drop in temperature after an unusually mild October.
Make no mistake, the Bank of England is driving us into a deeper recession December 15, 2023 The Bank of England's inflexible remit is pushing the UK economy into a growth trap from which it will struggle to escape
UK economy avoids recession edge as GDP shows no growth November 10, 2023 The ONS said services fell by -0.1% per cent, construction grew by 0.1 per cent and production was flat at 0.0 per cent, as the UK economy appeared to remain stagnant.
New UK growth figures to ‘mark the start of a mild recession’ November 6, 2023 New figures out on Friday are expected to show that the economy contracted in the third quarter, raising the possibility that the UK is already in a recession.
Letters: Digging us out of a recession January 10, 2023 [Re: Recession in “full swing” as inflation puts small businesses in “critical” state, Jan 4] The British Chambers of Commerce research last week highlighted the impact of the current economic climate on the UK’s small businesses. Mastercard’s own research shows that small businesses need more support – not just financially, but with technology, skills and [...]
London’s Big Law hires near record level despite recession March 5, 2024 Law firm partner hires in the first two months of 2024 ran at the second highest pace on record. According to data provided by legal recruiter, Edwards Gibson, there were 101 law firm partner moves in the first two months of this year, an increase of 7 per cent on the number of hires the [...]
UK consumer confidence falls in February as technical recession is a bummer for Brits February 23, 2024 UK consumer confidence fell two points in February as reports of a technical recession dampened hopes.
Leaving interest rates on hold risks deepening recession, Haldane warns February 19, 2024 Leaving interest rates on hold for too long risks deepening the UK's recession, the Bank of England's former chief economist has said.
Recession or rebound: Where is the UK economy after blockbuster week of data? February 16, 2024 The UK is in recession, but there are also signs of a rebound. Inflation lower was than expected but wage pressures remain strong. What does it all mean?