How the Iran war may affect your money and bills

The conflict in the Middle East has increased pressure on the cost of petrol, household energy bills and even food.

'Ripple of fear' over Iran war hits consumer confidence

A key survey indicates growing doubt among shoppers over prospects for the UK economy in the next year.

'Affordability is the biggest thing' - Conservatives mixed on economy under Trump

Conservatives gathered at the annual CPAC conference in Texas were mixed when asked about their feelings on the current economy.

UK forecast to see biggest hit to growth from Iran war out of major economies

The OECD downgrades forecasts for many of the world's biggest economies due to the US-Israel war with Iran.

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What are the reasons for the large number of young people without a job in the UK?

UK inflation rate stays at 3% before Iran war hits oil prices

The speed of price rises in the UK has stayed the same, according to data which was collected before the US-Israel war with Iran began.

Will UK interest rates fall any time soon?

The interest rate set by the Bank of England affects mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions.

When will the cash Isa saving limits change?

Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced changes to cash Isa rules, but what are they and how do they work?

Why are UK prices still rising?

UK Inflation has dropped back from record highs but remains above the Bank of England's 2% target.

Should Jersey follow English banknote design?

Jersey's banknotes were last refreshed in 2010 - is it time for a redesign?

Sir John Curtice: Why Labour's Brexit focus has shifted from Leavers to Remainers

Will the pursuit of a closer relationship with the EU risk courting electoral disaster by alienating Brexit-backing voters?

Faisal Islam: Iran war is having a dramatic effect on the UK economy

The knock-on effects of the war in the Gulf go beyond a hold on interest rates and are set to reverberate for months.

Bank ready to raise interest rates if Iran war price 'shock' persists

Policymakers vote unanimously to hold rates at 3.75% after the Iran war prompts a reversal in the debate over borrowing costs.

Pay grows at slowest rate in more than five years

Annual earnings grew at an annual rate of 3.8% in the November to January period, the Office for National Statistics says.

Nearly 400 firms fined over failure to pay minimum wage

The official minimum rates of pay will rise for 2.7 million workers in April 2026.

Average age of first time buyer climbs to 34

A new report looks at how conditions have changed for first time buyers since the 1990s.

'Gruesome' war bets fuel calls for crackdown on prediction markets

Predictions markets have hosted millions of dollars of bets related to the war in Iran.

Judge says 'no evidence' to justify Federal Reserve probe

Jeanine Pirro said she would appeal the ruling, which blocks the subpoenas she issued to the central bank.

UK economy flatlines in January as people cut back on eating out

Analysts had been expecting 0.2% growth for the UK economy at the beginning of the year.

Iran war increases importance of good UK-Ireland relations

The second summit follows the announcement of new Irish investment of more than £900m into the UK.

Dharshini David: Economy on shaky ground even before Iran war

The government's hopes that 2026 would be the year when growth picks up are at risk of being scuppered.

What's happening to the UK economy and how does it affect you?

The rate of economic growth affects things like pay increases and the amount of tax raised.

Churchill's granddaughter happy with his picture being replaced on £5 note

Emma Soames rejected Nigel Farage's statement that the currency change was "wokery".

Why animals will replace historical figures on bank notes

British wildlife will replace historical figures on the next series of Bank of England banknote