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UK borrowing jumps 29% in April as debt costs soar
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UK borrowing jumps 29% in April as debt costs soar

Public sector net borrowing hit £20.5 billion last month, far exceeding forecasts as inflation-driven debt interest payments surged. The shortfall marks the highest April deficit since records began in 1993, intensifying pressure on Chancellor Rachel Reeves to curb spending.

May 22, 2026
UK economy posts strongest quarterly growth since 2022 as inflation cools
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UK economy posts strongest quarterly growth since 2022 as inflation cools

The UK economy expanded by 0.8% in Q1 2026, outpacing forecasts and marking the sharpest rise in four years. Analysts cite falling energy costs and increased business investment as key drivers. Households are feeling the pinch, however, with real wages still lagging behind pre-pandemic levels.

May 14, 2026