UK diners already fear the bill, but the budget just raised it again, warn restaurateurs
The hospitality sector is facing significant challenges due to rising costs, leading to potential price hikes and negative impacts on customer experience.
'It's scary out there' - hurler and businessman Joe Canning says Budget 2025 did nothing for hospitality
The cost-of-living crisis is exacerbated by government actions, leading to increased closures in the hospitality sector.
UK diners already fear the bill, but the budget just raised it again, warn restaurateurs
The hospitality sector is facing significant challenges due to rising costs, leading to potential price hikes and negative impacts on customer experience.
'It's scary out there' - hurler and businessman Joe Canning says Budget 2025 did nothing for hospitality
The cost-of-living crisis is exacerbated by government actions, leading to increased closures in the hospitality sector.
Havering Council yet to claim millions of pounds in council tax payments
Havering Council faces millions in uncollected council tax, with rising shortfalls over recent years.
Emergency help to get through winter
Havering Council expands its emergency assistance scheme to support residents during the cost-of-living crisis, particularly for pensioners and low-income families.
Havering Council yet to claim millions of pounds in council tax payments
Havering Council faces millions in uncollected council tax, with rising shortfalls over recent years.
Emergency help to get through winter
Havering Council expands its emergency assistance scheme to support residents during the cost-of-living crisis, particularly for pensioners and low-income families.
Labour to increase windfall tax on energy companies from 35% to 38%
Labour is increasing the windfall tax on UK oil and gas companies to alleviate the cost-of-living crisis.
Anas Sarwar stands by oil tax plans after Aberdeen executives call him traitor'
Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar has dismissed criticism of the party's oil tax plans and is pressing ahead with the multibillion-pound windfall tax on oil profits.
Over 800 oil, engineering, and business executives in Aberdeen claimed that the tax could result in the loss of 100,000 North Sea jobs.
Sarwar defended the windfall tax as a measure to combat the cost of living crisis and to invest in the transition to net zero and create green jobs.
Labour to increase windfall tax on energy companies from 35% to 38%
Labour is increasing the windfall tax on UK oil and gas companies to alleviate the cost-of-living crisis.
Anas Sarwar stands by oil tax plans after Aberdeen executives call him traitor'
Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar has dismissed criticism of the party's oil tax plans and is pressing ahead with the multibillion-pound windfall tax on oil profits.
Over 800 oil, engineering, and business executives in Aberdeen claimed that the tax could result in the loss of 100,000 North Sea jobs.
Sarwar defended the windfall tax as a measure to combat the cost of living crisis and to invest in the transition to net zero and create green jobs.
Blackheath fireworks cancelled for the FIFTH year in a row
The Blackheath Fireworks event has been cancelled for the fifth consecutive year due to financial constraints and prioritization of essential services over community events.
Over half of self-employed list 'irregular income' as their top challenge in 2024 - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
The cost-of-living crisis significantly impacts the self-employed, leading to challenges like irregular income and decreased client bases.
Back to school help for hospital staff in Romford and Ilford
The hospital market place events provide vital support for NHS workers amid the cost of living crisis by offering free school uniforms and essential items.
Canada turning away more foreigners amid rise in anti-immigration sentiment
Canada is tightening immigration policies amid rising public concern and economic pressures before elections.
Labour's winter fuel change will force millions to chose 'between heating or saving their money' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
The changes to Winter Fuel Payments have raised significant concerns about vulnerable pensioners facing heating costs.
Train drivers could make fresh pay demands six months after offer, says Aslef chief
The train drivers' union may renegotiate for higher pay in six months, despite a potential new settlement addressing previous raises.
Brits are blending business and leisure trips and saving 1,000 in the process
Blended travel is increasing among U.K. employees as a cost-saving measure during the cost of living crisis.
Work from home culture may damage the future of sport branding
The cost of living crisis is impacting live sports attendance and sports subscriptions, causing a shift in how audiences engage with sports brands.
Warm weather boosts UK retail sales in July, but big purchases still lag behind
Delayed warm weather led to UK retail sales rebound in July.
Number of UK households failing to pay energy bills jumps by 39%
The number of British homes failing to pay energy bills has increased by almost 40% compared to last year.
The failure rate was driven by increases in electricity and gas spending as well as mortgage payments.
The Guardian view on GDP: a poor measure of what matters in Britain's economy | Editorial
Inflation falling to 2% claimed as personal victory, contrasting with ongoing cost of living crisis.
Modern politics often simplifies complex issues into single numbers like GDP growth, which may not resonate with the public.
The winter allowances and support can you claim in cold weather
The cost of heating homes during the winter months is causing financial hardship for many households in the UK due to high inflation and rising energy prices.
Government schemes, such as the Winter Fuel Payment and Cold Winter Payment, are available to help eligible households with heating costs.
March 2024 dates for benefits and pensions as cost of living payments end
UK officially in recession with 4% inflation
Low-income families face financial hardships
The cost of living crisis has made the UK a poorer, more anxious nation and worse is yet to come | Andy Beckett
Prices under capitalism are key agreements but are becoming less transparent in some London shops, reflecting a cost of living crisis and widespread misunderstanding of inflation.
Number of UK households failing to pay energy bills jumps by 39%
The number of British homes failing to pay energy bills has increased by almost 40% compared to last year.
The failure rate was driven by increases in electricity and gas spending as well as mortgage payments.
The Guardian view on GDP: a poor measure of what matters in Britain's economy | Editorial
Inflation falling to 2% claimed as personal victory, contrasting with ongoing cost of living crisis.
Modern politics often simplifies complex issues into single numbers like GDP growth, which may not resonate with the public.
The winter allowances and support can you claim in cold weather
The cost of heating homes during the winter months is causing financial hardship for many households in the UK due to high inflation and rising energy prices.
Government schemes, such as the Winter Fuel Payment and Cold Winter Payment, are available to help eligible households with heating costs.
March 2024 dates for benefits and pensions as cost of living payments end
UK officially in recession with 4% inflation
Low-income families face financial hardships
The cost of living crisis has made the UK a poorer, more anxious nation and worse is yet to come | Andy Beckett
Prices under capitalism are key agreements but are becoming less transparent in some London shops, reflecting a cost of living crisis and widespread misunderstanding of inflation.
Psychologists renew demand for doubling of Medicare-subsidised sessions
Psychologists are urging the government to increase the number of subsidised psychology sessions and reduce the gap fee to help individuals under financial strain.
The Australian Association of Psychologists wants the Medicare rebate to be increased by over $50 for some sessions and the number of subsidised sessions to be doubled from 10 to 20.
Money worries creating mental health timebomb with young people
Young people are significantly more affected by money worries, impacting their mental health compared to older generations.
The cost of living crisis has led to increased reliance on credit and growing debt piles for young people, exacerbating their mental health struggles.
Psychologists renew demand for doubling of Medicare-subsidised sessions
Psychologists are urging the government to increase the number of subsidised psychology sessions and reduce the gap fee to help individuals under financial strain.
The Australian Association of Psychologists wants the Medicare rebate to be increased by over $50 for some sessions and the number of subsidised sessions to be doubled from 10 to 20.
Money worries creating mental health timebomb with young people
Young people are significantly more affected by money worries, impacting their mental health compared to older generations.
The cost of living crisis has led to increased reliance on credit and growing debt piles for young people, exacerbating their mental health struggles.
World Book Day: cost of living pushes schools to ditch dress-up plans
Schools are scrapping costumes for World Book Day due to the cost of living crisis
Some schools are adopting more flexible policies like wearing pyjamas or own clothes instead of costumes
Free breakfast bagels are helping families and boosting attendance at school
Family breakfasts increase attendance above national average
School supports community during cost-of-living crisis
This London borough has the cheapest council tax
Council tax across the country to increase by up to 4.99 percent in April
Wandsworth in London offers the cheapest council tax rate, likely to be the lowest in the country
Sales are Lurpak parent firm Arla were marginally lower than last year amid cost of living crisis
Sales of Arla were slightly lower last year due to shoppers opting for cheaper own-brand labels.
Arla experienced a recovery in the second half of the year with more customers buying their brands.
60% of London LGBTQ+ venues shut since 2006 - GLA
Over half of London's LGBTQ+ venues have closed between 2006 and 2022.
The cost of living crisis and rising rents are cited as reasons for the closures.
Plan to build affordable homes on disused railway yard in Shadwell
The Bishop of London has returned to the East End to restart a community housing trust campaign that was stalled by the pandemic and cost-of-living crisis.
The campaign aims to use disused land in the area for genuinely affordable homes, with families leasing homes at a fixed cost based on local income rates.
Capgemini's Consumer Report Reveals Evolving Trends and Lasting Sentiments
Consumers in 2023 are overwhelmingly concerned about the cost of living, impacting their shopping behavior.
While financial concern persists, there has been a slight improvement compared to 2022.
Scottish Labour leader appeals to pro-independence voters to boot Tories out'
Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar is calling on independence supporters to defect from the Scottish National Party in order to remove the Tories from power.
Both Sarwar and First Minister Humza Yousaf are targeting pro-independence voters who are disillusioned with the SNP's handling of the cost of living crisis and public services.
Cost of living emergency evolving' as failures to tackle housing crisis bite'
The cost of living crisis in Britain is evolving and worsening, particularly in regards to housing costs.
Certain groups, such as ethnic minorities and those with disabilities, are being disproportionately affected by the cost of living crisis.
December dates for benefits, pensions and cost of living payments
UK inflation drops to its lowest level in almost two years, but remains well above the Bank of England's target of 2%.
Low-income families continue to struggle with the cost of living crisis, with many resorting to taking out loans to pay for food and using community warm rooms to save on energy bills.
December dates for benefits, pensions and cost of living payments
UK inflation drops to 4.6%, government achieves pledge to halve it ahead of schedule
Inflation remains well above Bank of England's target of 2%
December dates for benefits, pensions and cost of living payments
UK inflation drops to its lowest level in almost two years, but remains well above the Bank of England's target of 2%.
Low-income families continue to struggle with the cost of living crisis, with many resorting to taking out loans to pay for food and using community warm rooms to save on energy bills.
December dates for benefits, pensions and cost of living payments
UK inflation drops to 4.6%, government achieves pledge to halve it ahead of schedule
Inflation remains well above Bank of England's target of 2%
The winter allowances and support can you claim in cold weather
Many UK households are facing financial hardship as they turn on their heating for the first time during the cost-of-living crisis.
The government has set up schemes to help households afford heating over the winter months, including the Winter Fuel Payment and Cold Weather Payment.
UK Retail Sales Remained Weak in November Despite Black Friday Lift
Retail sales growth in the UK remained weak in November despite Black Friday.
The cost-of-living crisis continues to squeeze household budgets.
The winter allowances and support can you claim in cold weather
Many households in the UK are facing financial hardship as they turn on their heating for the first time during the cost-of-living crisis.
The fall in the energy price cap on October 1 will provide some relief, but the cost is still significantly higher than pre-crisis levels.
London businesses call for Sunday trading changes
London businesses want relaxed Sunday trading rules to combat the cost-of-living crisis.
Relaxing Sunday trading rules could generate £300m a year and increase tourism and employment.
Small business owners are concerned about increased competition if larger stores are able to open for longer.
Schools providing fourth emergency service' feeding families in need study
Food charity in schools is becoming mainstream across England as a response to the cost-of-living crisis and welfare cutbacks.
Schools are stepping in to provide food aid due to spiraling food prices and lack of welfare state support.
Food support systems within schools are now well-organized and likely here to stay.
The winter allowances and support can you claim in cold weather
Many UK households are facing financial hardship as they turn on their heating for the first time during the cost-of-living crisis.
The government has set up schemes to help households afford heating over the winter months, including the Winter Fuel Payment and Cold Weather Payment.
UK Retail Sales Remained Weak in November Despite Black Friday Lift
Retail sales growth in the UK remained weak in November despite Black Friday.
The cost-of-living crisis continues to squeeze household budgets.
The winter allowances and support can you claim in cold weather
Many households in the UK are facing financial hardship as they turn on their heating for the first time during the cost-of-living crisis.
The fall in the energy price cap on October 1 will provide some relief, but the cost is still significantly higher than pre-crisis levels.
London businesses call for Sunday trading changes
London businesses want relaxed Sunday trading rules to combat the cost-of-living crisis.
Relaxing Sunday trading rules could generate £300m a year and increase tourism and employment.
Small business owners are concerned about increased competition if larger stores are able to open for longer.
Schools providing fourth emergency service' feeding families in need study
Food charity in schools is becoming mainstream across England as a response to the cost-of-living crisis and welfare cutbacks.
Schools are stepping in to provide food aid due to spiraling food prices and lack of welfare state support.
Food support systems within schools are now well-organized and likely here to stay.
Sadiq Khan slams Jeremy Hunt's 'deeply anti-London' Autumn Statement
London mayor disappointed with lack of funding in Chancellor's Autumn Statement.
Londoners continue to face high costs of living due to government's failure and mismanagement.
European elections: Super Sunday as most EU countries vote DW 06/09/2024
Voting for European Parliament elections occurs in multiple EU member states, with some countries like Germany, France, Poland, and Spain having elections on Sunday.
Projections indicate a potential increase in voter turnout for the 2024 elections with concerns over the cost of living, migration, green transition and geopolitical tensions driving support for hard and far-right parties.
Bank of England inflation attitudes survey 'suggests the cost of living crisis still feels very real' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
The Inflation Attitudes survey reveals concerns about the cost of living crisis and the impact of interest rates on households.
More than half of UK students working long hours in paid jobs
More than half of full-time students work long hours to support themselves at university due to the cost of living crisis, creating a divide in higher education.
Scottish party leaders clash on cost-of-living and NHS
Leaders of Scotland's major political parties debated on cost-of-living crisis and NHS waiting times, highlighting issues such as spending cuts and party promises.