The Latest Breaking News from Office for National Statistics

Covid infection rates double with one in 24 likely to test positive

Infections are on the rise in England and Scotland as Christmas approaches

The Independent UK · Dec 21, 2023

We're much closer to recession than you think — here's why

City Comment: One very small tweak on Friday could make a very big difference

Evening Standard · Dec 21, 2023

One in 24 likely to test positive as Covid-19 infection levels rising

COVID-19 infection rates are rising in Scotland and England, according to new figures.

The National (Scotland) · Dec 21, 2023

Average UK house price was £3,000 lower in October than a year earlier

House prices have fallen annually as private rental prices have increased at a record pace, according to Office for National Statistics figures.

The Independent UK · Dec 20, 2023

Cabinet minister hails 'better times' ahead for Britain next year after inflation falls to 3.9%

Work and Pensions Secretary Mel Stride claimed the 'economy is turning the corner'

Evening Standard · Dec 20, 2023

Inflation falls to lowest level in two years but prices remain high

UK inflation eased back to its lowest level for more than two years last month.

The National (Scotland) · Dec 20, 2023

Drug poisoning deaths in England and Wales at highest level in 30 years

Nearly half of the 4,907 drug poisoning deaths in 2022 involved an opiate, ONS figures show

The Guardian - UK · Dec 19, 2023

London drug death rate will inevitably reach highs seen in US, warns police chief

There were 4,907 drug-related deaths in England and Wales in 2022, new figures show

Evening Standard · Dec 19, 2023

Bank of England rate setter: 'Clearer decline' in wage growth needed before interest rates will be cut

Broadbent said the current stats on wage growth show a 'slightly muddy picture'

Evening Standard · Dec 18, 2023

More than a quarter of people worried about affording Christmas – ONS

Some 28% reported feeling worried about being able to afford the things they planned to do this Christmas, the Office for National Statistics found.

The Independent UK · Dec 15, 2023