How are medicines prices set in the UK?
The price of medicines in the UK is influenced by multiple factors, including agreements with the pharmaceutical industry to cap spending on branded medicines.
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What are carbon budgets?
Carbon budgets are five-year carbon emissions limits set by the UK Government. The UK is aiming for ‘net zero’ carbon emissions by 2050.
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Heatwaves in the UK
Heatwaves, three consecutive days above a certain temperature, are becoming more common. They can disrupt infrastructure and ecosystems and harm people’s health.
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Which children are most likely to be in poverty in the UK?
The government published its child poverty strategy on 5 December 2025. The latest data shows 31% of children were in relative poverty after housing costs in 2024/25.
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Economic update: Household financial resilience is slowly improving
Household financial resilience has been improving but the labour market continues to weaken. Inflation increased in December but is expected to fall in 2026.
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What is ‘water bankruptcy’?
The United Nations published a landmark report warning of ‘water bankruptcy’ in January 2026. Find out what this means for the UK and the world.
