Research Briefing
Economic Indicators, June 2020
Analysis of the latest UK and international economic indicators
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Insight
Economic update: Unprecedented fall in GDP marks low point of recession
The magnitude of the recession caused by the coronavirus outbreak is now more evident.
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Insight
Coronavirus: Record GDP fall in April
Economic output fell by one fifth during April when lockdown measures were at their most stringent. This Insight will set the April GDP figures in context.
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Research Briefing
Coronavirus: Economic data March-May 2020 [ARCHIVED]
The coronavirus outbreak is causing significant disruption to the economy. Official economic data reflecting the initial impact was released in late April and May, but they won’t reflect the full impact of the virus and lockdown on the economy until late May and June. Until then, a range of other sources, such as business surveys and anecdotal information, can also be used to capture the impact of coronavirus on the economy. This briefing collates the economic data that is available into a single page.
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Research Briefing
Economic Indicators, March 2020
Analysis of the latest UK and international economic indicators
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Insight
Economic update: Coronavirus brings recession
It is clear the economy has entered recession.
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Insight
Coronavirus: The importance of different sectors to the economy
Coronavirus will have a significant impact on the economy. This Insight looks at the relative importance of different sectors of the economy and their potential vulnerability.
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Research Briefing
Coronavirus: Support for economies by European and other states
What economic support have governments given to businesses and individuals to tackle the impact of the coronavirus? This paper looks at the policies put in place by the EU, governments in Europe, the US and other developed countries.
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Research Briefing
Spring Budget 2020: a summary
Spring Budget 2020 was presented by the Chancellor of the Exchequer to Parliament on 11 March. Once the Chancellor sat down the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) published updated forecasts in its Economic and fiscal outlook.
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Insight
Budget 2020: Measures to limit the economic impact of coronavirus
The Chancellor and the Bank of England have announced plans to support public services, businesses and workers.
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Insight
How big are regional economic inequalities in the UK?
The Government has pledged to “level up” economic conditions and opportunities across the UK. What are the inequalities that this policy seeks to address?
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Research Briefing
Spring Budget 2020: Background briefing
This briefing sets out the background to Spring Budget 2020 which will take place on 11 March 2020. The Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) will publish revised forecasts for the economy and public finances on the same day.
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Research Briefing
Economic Indicators, January 2020
Analysis of the latest UK and international economic indicators
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Insight
Economic update: Interest rates on hold as business optimism improves
The Bank of England voted 7-2 to keep interest rates unchanged at 0.75%.
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Debate Pack
Briefing for debate on ‘National Productivity’
A briefing for the Westminster Hall debate on ‘National Productivity’ to be held at 9.30am on Wednesday 22 January 2020.
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