Inflation international comparisons: Economic indicators
Inflation measures the change in prices over time. Find the latest data on inflation in the UK, the Eurozone, and selected EU countries.
Progress on UK free trade agreement negotiations
This short briefing summarises the UK's progress in negotiating new free trade agreements.
Sterling exchange rates: Economic indicators
Sterling often changes in value relative to other currencies. Find the latest data on exchange rates overall and against the dollar and euro.
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Research Briefing
UK-India Free Trade Agreement
This briefing paper provides information on the UK's free trade agreement with India.
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Research Briefing
Statistics on UK-EU trade
The UK’s trading relationship with the EU changed fundamentally following Brexit. This briefing provides statistics on UK trade with the EU over recent years.
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Research Briefing
Steel Industry (Nationalisation) Bill 2026-27
The Steel Industry (Nationalisation) Act 2026-27 enables the nationalisation of steel companies when in the public interest.
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Research Briefing
US trade tariffs
The US has imposed tariffs on most UK goods imported into the US. Why has the Trump administration done so, and how will the UK-US deal mitigate that?
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Research Briefing
Debate on the import and sale of fur and related products
Fur imports and sales are already strictly controlled by legislation in the UK; a parliamentary debate on 10 March 2026 will revisit the issue.
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Research Briefing
February 2026 Economic update: Mixed picture before the 2026 spring forecast
On 3 March, the Office for Budget Responsibility will update its forecasts for growth, inflation, unemployment and more.
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Debate Pack
The impact of import standards on the agricultural sector
A General Debate on the impact of import standards on the agricultural sector is scheduled for Thursday 22 January 2026. This Backbench Business Committee debate in the House of Commons chamber will be led by Sam Carling MP.
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Research Briefing
Industry and Exports (Financial Assistance) Bill
A bill intended to increase statutory limits on the amount of financial support the government can give to industry and exports.
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Research Briefing
The UK–EU reset: Next steps after the May 2025 summit
At their joint summit in May 2025, the UK and EU agreed a new Security and Defence partnership and set out commitments to strengthen cooperation across a range of policy areas
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Research Briefing
Electric vehicles and infrastructure
The UK's electric vehicle transition could help meet climate goals, and cut drivers’ running costs. Challenges include upfront prices and charging infrastructure.
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Research Briefing
Product Regulation and Metrology Bill [HL]: progress of the bill
The Product Regulation and Metrology Bill [HL] is scheduled to have its report stage in the House of Commons on 4 June 2025.
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Debate Pack
Government support for employment in the automotive manufacturing sector
On Wednesday 7 May 2025 at 9:30am, there will be a Westminster Hall debate on government support for employment in the automotive manufacturing industry. The debate is sponsored by Rebecca Paul MP.
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