This briefing gives an overview of rising prices, particularly food, energy and fuel prices, including the effect of the conflict in Ukraine. It outlines Government support as well as how inflation, interest rates and other policies which will affect household budgets.
There are currently 48 operational Enterprise Zones in England. Similar policies have been adopted by the devolved governments in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Businesses in these small areas will benefit from tax and planning concessions and superfast broadband.
Rail Fares will rise in 2023, but not by July’s Retail Price Index of 12.3%
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This page features Commons Library publications relevant to the current crisis in Ukraine.
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Manufacturing: Data on manufacturing output, jobs and producer confidence.
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Service industries: Data for the sector that incorporates the retail sector, the financial sector, the public sector, business administration and cultural activities.
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Latest statistics on UK's trade performance and balance of payments
Data Dashboard
This interactive dashboard shows data on economic growth, inflation, trade, employment, government borrowing and debt across the UK.
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In response to Russian military action in Ukraine, Western allies and other partners across the globe have imposed an unprecedented package of coordinated sanctions against Russia. What has been announced and are further measures likely? This briefing paper should be taken as correct at the time of writing.
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An overview of policy relating to the closure of bank and building society branches and to efforts to protect access to cash.
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This short briefing summarises the UK's progress in negotiating new free trade agreements.
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The Data Protection and Digital Information Bill 2022-23 is scheduled to have its second reading in the House of Commons on 5 September 2022.
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Household debt: Data on the latest household debt statistics, including net lending, mortgage interest rates and insolvencies.
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What’s the significance of the UK’s departure from the EU for the UK’s 14 Overseas Territories, in relation to trade, funding, defence, and sovereignty?
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This note gives some key statistics on UK-Commonwealth trade.
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