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Official estimates come as ministers set out pilot scheme repurposing empty school space
Mental and behavioural disorders were most common cause given by doctors for ordering workers to take time off
Government contingency plans could see bulk of debt taken on by state with utility split in two
Industry groups say lack of clarity leaves businesses unsure how to manage new rules due to start on April 30
A population equivalent in size to Greater Manchester is not working due to ill health, at a huge and avoidable cost
Deputy PM says government will examine new curbs around technology sharing and call in vice-chancellors
Special administration might limit fallout for other utilities and provide a chance to tackle unwieldy structure
As the work-from-home bubble bursts, Londoners who bought out of town during the pandemic are finding selling up a slow business
Chancellor says UK government will never insure investors against poor decisions
Warning comes as Rishi Sunak promises further tax cuts as part of re-election drive
Governor keen to set his own course on interest rate cuts but may find it uncomfortable to move faster than the Fed
Also in this newsletter: UK inflation dips, AI demand hits electricity supplies, the rise of ‘Quit-Tok’
Ignoring the cold reality of Britain’s public finances is a mistake
Sanctions short of dismissal ‘nullifies the right’ to strike, say judges in landmark ruling
Rate of price increases falls below US for first time since 2022
Official figures highlight impact of higher borrowing costs on landlords and tenants
Inflationary pressures are beginning to wane but not all central banks have taken action yet. See how this affects you
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Campaigners say debanking and financial exclusion increases vulnerability to criminals and traffickers
Government-commissioned analysis outlines threats such as a lack of crucial parts and shortage of key skills
Chancellor also highlights prospect of interest rate reductions as Tories try to close gap on Labour in polls
French manufacturer nears deal with British government that could prevent job losses at Derby factory
GDP expected to increase by just 0.5% this year, the second-slowest rate in G7 after Germany
Average earnings increased 5.6% in three months to February despite weaker jobs market
Motorists and cyclists are increasingly outraged by state of the country’s roads
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