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MPC split on financial support

Bank of England policy-makers were split over their February QE decision, meeting minutes show.

23 February 2012

January surplus boost for Government

The four-year high surplus achieved by the Government last month has increased hopes that ministers will meet this year's borrowing forecasts.

22 February 2012

Firms plan higher wage increases

A survey has revealed that wage rise intentions among UK businesses have reached their highest level in almost three years.

21 February 2012

Unexpected rise in retail sales

Shop price inflation has hit a two-year low and given retailers a timely trade boost.

20 February 2012

Mandelson calls for faith in markets

Lord Mandelson has warned left-leaning politicians to fight their "instinct" and display "faith" in competitive markets.

17 February 2012

Unemployment continues to rise

New figures have revealed that unemployment is at a record high, along with the number of young people looking for full-time work.

16 February 2012

Consumer credit spending 'unchanged'

Britons are continuing to exercise caution in uncertain economic times, with new consumer credit spending levels remaining unchanged from 2010.

15 February 2012

Young low-income Brits 'vulnerable'

Research has found that 20% of young people on a low income would only have enough cash for a month if they became unemployed.

14 February 2012

'Savings struggle' for UK adults

Savers aged between 35 and 44 were hit hardest by the country's tough economic climate last year.

13 February 2012

QE 'will make pensioners poorer'

The Bank of England's decision to pump £50 billion into the economy could leave many pensioners "poorer for the rest of their lives", it is claimed.

10 February 2012


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