Everyone, Everyday: Talking About What Matters
Steve Hoyles 
Russia has threatened to make British military facilities a legitimate combat target following David Cameron’s comments. Similar warnings have been issued to the French after Macron’s statement. Response to Cameron Saying Ukraine Can Use UK Weapons to Strike in Russia David Cameron said that Ukraine has the right to use UK weapons to strike inside … Read more
As the market closed on Wednesday, the FTSE 100 share index closed at 8,354.05 points – its highest-ever level. So, if the UK is struggling, why is the UK stock market doing so well? FTSE 100 Isn’t the Economy To begin with, the FTSE 100 isn’t a measure of the UK economy. It’s a market … Read more
Now that the local elections are over, the debriefs will be underway. Campaign managers will decide their tactics for the upcoming elections. The question is for the Tories: With their record in government being so poor, what are they actually going to campaign on? Tory Record on the Economy Since 2010, economic growth has largely … Read more
Rising borrowing costs and high inflation blamed for expected rent rise according to a leading think tank. Predictions from the Resolution Foundation say that there are ‘significant housing cost rises yet to come’. Borrowing Costs Highest in Almost Two Decades Following the interest spike caused by the disastrous Truss and Kwarteng budget, anyone with a … Read more
In a UK first move, Manchester has raised £2.8m by introducing a tourist tax. The money will be spent on marketing and maintenance of the city. How Much is the Tourist Tax? The tax is better known as the ‘City Visitor Charge’, and it’s a £1 per room, per night fee. It was first introduced … Read more
Shadow chancellor Rachel Reeves says plans to invest in more tax officials would help raise £5bn a year for the public purse. This money would be used to help fund the NHS and school breakfast clubs. Announcement Comes After Spending Commitments Questioned The government has announced plans to scrap the non-dom status currently enjoyed by … Read more
With an international football tournament, the Olympics, major music events and the chance of warm weather, analysts hope the UK economy enjoys a summer heatwave. Economy Has Turned a Corner After officially entering recession, there are hopes that the UK economy is going to claw its way back to growth soon. Year-on-year retail sales increased … Read more
Innovation and investment in the renewable energy sector show that universal green power is now within our grasp for the first time ever. Advancements in technology, funding, and attitudes can help us eliminate fossil fuels almost completely. UK Perfectly Capable of Green Energy Revolution The National Grid website says, “On 15 May 2023 the UK … Read more
Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham is putting pressure on the government to suspend the ‘right to buy scheme’ that has allowed people to buy their council house for a discounted rate. Housing Crisis “Getting Worse Every Year” Featuring on a radio show, Mr Burnham said, “We lose social homes every year, and across Greater … Read more
The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee is expected to maintain interest rates at 5.25% in their upcoming meeting. It’ll come as a blow to many, with some hoping to have seen rates fall already. Interest Rates Determine More Than Mortgage Costs The base interest rates affect more than just mortgages. They impact all kinds … Read more