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‘Too soon to know’ if Middle East war will affect small boat arrivals – experts

Iranians have made up the largest group of small boat arrivals in the UK in recent years.

Evening Standard

Unemployment to jump to 5.3% as UK economy faces slower growth, says OBR

UK gross domestic product (GDP) is expected to grow by 1.1% in 2026, as the OBR cut its previous prediction of 1.4% from last November.

Evening Standard

How the Iran conflict is likely to impact UK energy prices

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Spring Statement 2026: UK growth forecast slashed as unemployment set to peak with young people hit hardest

Chancellor Rachel Reeves insisted she has the ‘right economic plan’ for Britain despite the budget watchdog slashing its forecast for growth this year

Evening Standard

Greece, France and Germany send forces to Cyprus after Iran-made drone strikes

Both Greece and France have agreed to send frigates to Cyprus after a UK air base was targeted by Iranian-made drones on Monday. France will also send additional land-based, anti-drone and anti-missile systems to the country.

Euronews

Spring Statement 2026: Key points from Rachel Reeves' economic update to MPs

The Chancellor told MPs of the latest projections for GDP, inflation, unemployment and borrowing

Evening Standard

UK sends Royal Navy destroyer HMS Dragon to Cyprus

Keir Starmer says vessel, which will arrive in about a week, will help defend bases on island after RAF Akrotiri was targeted by drones

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How will the conflict in the Middle East affect my finances?

Here, the Press Association looks at how the conflict could impact people’s finances in different ways.

Evening Standard

Government evacuation flight to bring stranded Brits home from Oman ‘in coming days’

Charter flight organised as 130,000 Brits register their presence in Middle East with the Foreign Office

Evening Standard

UK government charter flight to evacuate British nationals from Middle East ‘in coming days’

Some 130,000 British nationals have registered as being in the Middle East as the Iran-US conflict intensifies

The Independent UK

Experts say Middle East conflict should have no ‘immediate impact’ on UK energy bills

Households across the UK should not anticipate an immediate impact on their energy bills following the escalating crisis in the Middle East.

The Independent UK

EU Heightens Economy and Security Watch as UK, France, Germany Side with US on Iran Crisis

As tensions rise in the Middle East, Europe braces for potential impacts on energy supplies and economic stability. The EU steps up monitoring and security measures.

International Business Times UK

NCSC Warns of Rising Cyber Security Threats After Iran Fallout, UK Universities At Risk

The National Cyber Security Centre warns UK businesses and universities to bolster cyber defences as Middle East tensions rise, potentially impacting British networks.

International Business Times UK

NI ‘least energy secure’ part of UK, MLAs warned amid surging oil prices

The majority of households (61%) in Northern Ireland use oil as their primary method of household heating, compared to just 5% across the UK.

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New UK Register for Child Cruelty Offenders Explained: What Every Parent Should Know

The UK government has announced a new register for individuals convicted of child cruelty offences, aiming to improve monitoring and protect vulnerable children.

Evening Standard

Live: Chancellor Rachel Reeves promises growth in spring statement

The Chancellor’s speech comes just weeks after the Bank of England downgraded its growth rating for the UK economy.

Evening Standard

Thousands of Tesco staff in line for £134 million windfall

The UK’s largest retail business said more than 22,000 of its staff, mainly in stores and distribution, are eligible for significant payouts.

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Thousands of Tesco staff to receive share of huge £134 million windfall

22,000 Tesco staff eligible for significant payouts, the retailer says

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Simon Calder answers your Middle East travel questions – from when to accept refunds to what to do if stranded

ASK ME ANYTHING: Travel expert Simon Calder answers travellers’ questions on Middle East travel disruption – from cancelled flights and refunds to passenger rights and what to do if stranded

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Spice Girls 'honoured' to be immortalised on £5 coin

The Spice Girls have declared it's a "huge honour" for the group to be immortalised on £5 coin in their native UK calling it a "moment for girl power".

The Independent UK

End of a special relationship: Why it is over between Starmer and Trump

NEWS ANALYSIS: Donald Trump’s interviews have revealed that his close relationship with Keir Starmer is finished, political editor David Maddox explains that the breakdown is much more than a disagreement over Iran

The Independent UK

Cyprus hits out at UK after drone attack on British base and refuses to rule out changing agreement

Nicosia refused to rule out renegotiating use of RAF Akrotiri following anger over the incident

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Ed Davey slams ‘washed up old footballers and tax exiles’ in Dubai seeking UK protection

Sir Ed Davey has called for “washed-up old footballers and tax exiles” in Dubai to start paying taxes to fund Britain’s Armed Forces.

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I’ve personally compared all of the photo books we’ve tested — so, this Mother’s Day, these are the 3 options I recommend for making mum a truly fantastic gift

Looking for the perfect Mother’s Day gift? I’ve personally assessed all of the best photo books, and these three are the best ones for UK gift givers.

The Independent UK

Iran war casts a pall over UK economic update

With oil prices soaring and stocks tanking, the fast-evolving Iran war has cast a pall over the economic forecasts that British Treasury chief Rachel Reeves is set to unveil later Tuesday

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