Dave Ramsden’s comments suggest he does not need much more evidence of price growth falling before backing rate cuts

Ofwat criticises failure to improve infrastructure in letter seen by Financial Times

The backlog of cases at tribunals, often seeking compensation for minor slights, serves no one except the lawyers

Big events will encourage a fresh wave of fraud — here’s what you need to know to beat the scammers

Economists had expected 0.3% expansion in March

Eliminating Aim, business and pension scheme tax relief would make the scheme fairer, said the think-tank

As interest rates stay higher for longer, those looking to refinance face some difficult choices

Does a hotter economy really make you faster?

High costs, post-Covid trends and rising mortgage rates suppressed demand

Official estimates come as ministers set out pilot scheme repurposing empty school space

Mental and behavioural disorders were most common cause given by doctors for ordering workers to take time off

Government contingency plans could see bulk of debt taken on by state with utility split in two

Industry groups say lack of clarity leaves businesses unsure how to manage new rules due to start on April 30

A population equivalent in size to Greater Manchester is not working due to ill health, at a huge and avoidable cost

Deputy PM says government will examine new curbs around technology sharing and call in vice-chancellors

Special administration might limit fallout for other utilities and provide a chance to tackle unwieldy structure