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AI spending splurge helps UK economy grow in July

Gross domestic product (GDP) increased by 0.4% in July, following growth of 0.3% in June, official figures showed.

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UK economy beats expectations in July with 0.4% growth

Britain's economy grew by a stronger than expected 0.4 percent in July. This performance extended the strong showing seen in the first half of the year. Services sector strength offset falls in production and construction, with AI aiding software development. The economy expanded by one percent in the first half…

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UK economy unexpectedly grows 0.4% in July in boost for Burnham

It marks a surprise uplift after economists were expecting the economy to show zero growth for the month

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UK economy unexpectedly grew by 0.4% in July

GDP increased by 0.4% in July, up from 0.3% in June, the Office for National Statistics said.

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Food inflation expected to reach almost 4% by Christmas, industry warns

A £100 grocery shop in January 2020 would cost £138.60 today – a rise of 38.6%, based on latest Office for National Statistics figures.

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Local areas with highest and lowest fertility rates revealed

Some 12 of the top 25 local authorities with the lowest fertility rates are in the capital.

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How fertility rates compare in your area after record drop in England and Wales births

London and university cities are driving a drop in fertility rates, according to new figures

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One in 10 young teens received sexual messages online in past year – survey

A quarter of girls who received sexual messages said they came from someone aged 18 or over.

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Nearly One Million Young People Out of Work and Education as Minister Criticises Benefits System

The UK Government's Jobs Guarantee aims to reduce youth unemployment by offering subsidised work to over 90,000 young people, addressing barriers like limited experience and low confidence

International Business Times UK

London Assembly urges Sadiq Khan to accelerate home retrofitting amid heatwave risks

City Hall has already acknowledged that major reforms are needed to prepare and future-proof the capital for extreme conditions

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How Tradesmen Can Become Construction Managers in the UK

Learn the routes UK tradesmen can take to become construction managers, from trade cards and supervisor training to site management qualifications.

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Statistics Reveal Over 40,000 Shocking Deaths Due to Extreme Heat in England Since 1988

The ONS reported over 40,000 heat-related deaths in the UK from 1988 to 2025, highlighting climate change's impact. Experts warn of worsening conditions.

International Business Times UK

'Death trap' London: Shock report shows capital's residents most at risk of dying in extreme heat

Londoners are most at risk of dying during extreme heat and freezing weather than any other region in England, analysis shows

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Growing proportion of deaths associated with hottest days, figures suggest

There were an estimated 4,652 heat-related deaths in England and Wales in 2022, the highest figure for any year from 1988 to 2025.

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‘National scandal’: extreme heat linked to 40,000 deaths in England between 1988 and 2025

ONS data shows rising toll of climate crisis, with officials warning this summer on track to set further records

International Business Times UK

UK Debt Nears £3T: Mortgage Rates, Fuel Costs, and Household Bills Could Feel the Impact

The UK's national debt approaching £3 trillion impacts mortgage rates, inflation, and public services. The October Budget's implications for household finances and overall economic stability.

The Independent UK

UK retail sales fall as shoppers cut back on clothing and online spending

The Office for National Statistics said retail sales volumes declined by 0.5 per cent in July, compared with the previous month

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Retail sales weaken in July as demand for clothing falls

The Office for National Statistics said retail sales volumes declined by 0.5% in July, compared with the previous month.

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Gold and bitcoin surge after US bond market selloff; UK economy on ‘firmer footing’ - as it happened

Rolling coverage of the latest events in global financial markets, the economy and major corporate moves

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House prices slump by up to 25% in London as rents rise: What's happening in your area?

Average house prices fell in 18 boroughs but rents rose in 30 out of 32

The Independent UK

Six in 10 are eating food past its use-by date to save money – how dangerous is it?

IN FOCUS: With food prices still nearly 40 per cent higher than five years ago, millions of households are stretching what is left in the fridge beyond its safety date. Hannah Twiggs asks how much of a gamble it really is – and what it says about the price of…

International Business Times UK

Energy Bills Rocket by £221 as UK Inflation Hits 2.9% in Fresh Blow for Millions of Households

UK inflation rose to 2.9% in July, driven by increased energy bills due to global tensions. The Bank of England maintains interest rates, while government measures aim to ease household pressures.

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Nearly £300,000 wiped off average house price in central London in 25% slump, shock figures reveal

The average property price plunged in Westminster from £1,145,000 in June 2025 to £854,000 a year later, according to the Office for National Statistics

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Why has inflation shot up and where will it go from here?

Experts are predicting further inflation pain later this year caused by the ongoing Middle East conflict.

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Annual UK house price growth slowed to 2% in June, says ONS

Prices in London have been dropping for 10 months in a row, although the pace of falls has slowed.

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