Energy price cap to increase in winter
Ofgem boss warns of a rise of nearly £1,000 by October.
Retail sales volume rose in April 2022
Sales volumes in three months to April continue to drop.
Sunak sets out ‘plan for growth’ but falls short of immediate support
Chancellor insists the Government “stands ready to do more”.
UK inflation hits 40-year high of 9%
Macroeconomy now businesses’ number one concern.
Regular pay tumbles in first quarter of 2022
Only growth in bonuses keeps total pay growth positive.