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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.

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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.

Euronews

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

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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

The Independent UK

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.

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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

'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.

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Young people not in work or education: Latest numbers and trends

Nearly one in seven 16 to 24-year-olds in the UK are now classed as Neet.

Evening Standard

Independence only way to save young Scots from ‘lost generation’, SNP warn

INDEPENDENCE is "the only way Scotland can escape", the SNP have argued in response to a new report warning of a “lost generation” ...

The National (Scotland)

More than one million young people not in work or education, says ONS

The number of people aged between 16 and 24 and not in employment, education or training, so-called Neets, rose to 1.01 million.

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New record low fertility rate for England and Wales, data shows

More than a third of births last year were to mothers born outside the UK.

Evening Standard

Fact check: UK borrowing has fallen below 5% of GDP multiple times since 2019

The Chancellor made the claim after her statement on the economic response to the war in Iran.

Evening Standard

To the new couples ‘turbulence testing’ their relationships: just relax and enjoy good times instead

Holidays offering the newly-in-love stress tests are missing the point. Strife is inevitable, writes Emma Beddington; it’s how you deal with it over the long term that matters

The Guardian - UK

FTSE 100 edges up amid cautious US-Iran optimism

Stocks gained encouragement from lower oil prices as investors weighed the latest developments in the Middle East.

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The Guardian - UK

Biggest drop in petrol purchases in six years hits retail sales in Great Britain

Drivers conserve fuel amid Iran war uncertainty, pushing overall sales down 1.3% in April

The Guardian - UK

UK borrows more than forecast in April as inflation adds to benefits bill

The £24.3bn figure comes amid rising cost of pensions as bond market jitters take monthly debt interest to £10.3bn

Evening Standard

Borrowing surges by more than expected in blow to Chancellor amid Iran war woes

The ONS said borrowing was £4.9 billion higher than a year earlier at £24.3 billion last month.

The Independent UK

UK borrowing surges by more than expected in latest blow to Chancellor

The ONS said borrowing was £4.9 billion higher than a year earlier

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The Guardian - UK

UK bond yields set for biggest weekly drop since 2024; retail sales fall as drivers cut back on fuel - as it happened

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Evening Standard

UK retail sales suffer sharpest fall for almost a year

The Office for National Statistics said the total volume of retail sales, which measures the quantity bought, fell by 1.3% in April.

The Independent UK

UK retail sales plunge as soaring fuel prices force shoppers to make cuts

The Office for National Statistics said the total volume of retail sales, which measures the quantity bought, fell by 1.3% in April.

Evening Standard

How much is rent in your London borough? Check our guide as capital average hits record £2,290

Rents are rising in 28 out of 32 boroughs, causing more financial misery for many Londoners

Evening Standard

Net migration to the UK: Key numbers and trends

The steep drop in the latest figures is part of a downwards trend that has been under way since 2023.

The Times of India

UK net migration falls below 200,000 as stricter visa rules cut arrivals

UK net migration has fallen below 200,000 for the first time since the Covid pandemic, driven largely by a sharp fall in the number of people arriving for work, according to new official figures.

The Economic Times

Indian students, workers dominate exit trend as UK migration drops sharply

Net migration to the UK has significantly fallen, nearly halved from its peak, with Indian students and workers leading the exit trend. The government attributes this to restoring order and control over borders, introducing a skills-based system to reward contribution and reduce reliance on overseas workers.

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