The Latest Breaking News from the Office for National Statistics

DWP State Pension Set to Rise to £12,590 — But Here's What UK Pensioners Must Watch Out For

The UK state pension will rise to £12,590 in April 2026, but HMRC's calculation method keeps most pensioners below the tax threshold. Here's what retirees need to know.

International Business Times UK · Oct 14, 2025

How to Protect Your Wallet During a Government Shutdown: 5 Must-Have Products

Learn five practical ways to protect your wallet during a government shutdown. Discover essential products and tools, including savings accounts, budgeting apps, prepaid cards, and subscription services to safeguard your finances.

International Business Times UK · Oct 3, 2025

Business news live: UK economy grew 0.3% in second quarter but production in damaging decline

The Office for National Statistics (ONS) said there was zero growth in gross domestic product (GDP) month on month in July

The Independent UK · Sep 30, 2025

Warm weather boosts clothing sales and bakery trips in August

The Office for National Statistics (ONS) said the total volume of retail sales is estimated to have risen by 0.5% in August.

Evening Standard · Sep 19, 2025

FTSE 100 Live 19 September: Tax hikes loom after latest borrowing setback, pound falls

The highest August public sector borrowing figure since the pandemic today dealt a fresh blow to Rachel Reeves.

Evening Standard · Sep 19, 2025

House price growth cools as experts issue warning

The average UK property value now stands at £270,000

The Independent UK · Sep 17, 2025

House price growth cools as ‘pressures from mortgages and rental prices bite’

The average UK house price increased by 2.8 per cent in the 12 months to July, slowing from 3.6 per cent in the year to June

Evening Standard · Sep 17, 2025

UK inflation remains at 3.8% but food price rises accelerate for another month

The rate of Consumer Prices Index was 3.8% in August, the same as July, the Office for National Statistics said.

Evening Standard · Sep 17, 2025

UK inflation holds steady at 3.8% as fuel prices offset falling air fares

Annual August rate released as Bank of England considers holding interest rate at 4% to tackle rising prices

The Guardian - UK · Sep 17, 2025

State pension on course for inflation-busting 4.7% rise under triple lock; JLR production shutdown extended again – as it happened

“Pensioners will be rejoicing at the prospect of an inflation-busting rise to the state pension from April next year,” says analyst

The Guardian - UK · Sep 16, 2025