AAP · Jun 12 British economy shrinks as Iran war dampens growth The UK economy contracted in April for the first time in eight months amid signs that the Iran war is beginning to take its toll on some sectors.
Euronews · Jun 12 UK economy shrinks in April as the Iran war energy shock takes a toll Britain's economy contracted by 0.1% in April, the first monthly fall since August 2025, as the conflict in the Middle East pushed up energy costs and prompted households to rein in their spending.
Evening Standard · Jun 12 The UK economy contracted by 0.1% in April In the three months to April, GDP grew by 0.7 per cent, according to the Office for National Statistics
The Independent UK · Jun 12 UK economy shrank by 0.1% in April following impact of Iran war Rachel Reeves acknowledged that the war in the Middle East was hitting the economy
Evening Standard · Jun 12 UK economy contracts for first time since last August The ONS said gross domestic product declined by 0.1% in April in a sharp pull back from growth of 0.3% in March and 0.4% in February.
International Business Times UK · Jun 6 Britons Are Working Harder Than Ever, So Why Are More Families Turning to Food Banks and Debt? In 2026, Britain's cost-of-living crisis hits millions with rising rents, bills, and food insecurity. Personal stories and expert insights reveal the challenges for low-income families and long-term impacts.
International Business Times UK · Jun 1 'AI Systems Just Filter Out CVs': UK Review Warns Tech Could Deepen Youth Employment Crisis A review by the Department for Work and Pensions reveals that automated recruitment processes are making it harder for young people to find jobs, with nearly one million NEET individuals in the UK.