Business

Britain’s car industry faces a stark choice between Chinese imports and EU exports as ministers weigh new spending powers for regional leaders—with phishing scams adding to business pressures.

London’s prime property market is stalling as energy costs and shifting wealth reshape demand. Meanwhile, baby banks and ticketing wars signal deeper economic strains.

BBC redundancies threaten flagship channels as chancellor weighs gambling tax hike. Met Police reveal trafficking links in Fayed abuse case, reshaping corporate accountability.

UK energy bills rise 4% to £1,723 as Chancellor Healey resists calls for support, while mortgage rates slow house price growth to 2.1%—half last year’s pace.

Household energy costs in Britain are set to rise by £276 annually from January, while revised GDP data shows stronger-than-expected growth in Q2 2026. The dual pressures of geopolitical tensions and economic resilience shape the UK’s autumn outlook.