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Economic update: Slower growth for the rest of 2025
Despite the weakening of the labour market and forecasted slower economic growth, some measures show business and consumer confidence increasing.
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UK–EU agreement on Gibraltar: What has been agreed?
Although Gibraltar, as a British Overseas Territory, has left the EU, an agreement has been reached which removes border checks between Spain and Gibraltar.
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Strategic Defence Review 2025: Armed forces personnel
The Strategic Defence Review makes recommendations for the future of UK defence. The review said a “workforce crisis” had been created.
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Economic update: Higher-than-expected GDP growth
UK economic growth was higher than expected in the first quarter of 2025, but concerns about potential tariffs, inflation and interest rates persist.
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Candidate spending in the 2024 general election
Candidate spending was higher in the 2024 general election than in the 2019 general election. Candidate spending is regulated differently to party spending.
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Violence against women and girls in 2025
The government has committed to halving violence against women and girls (VAWG) within a decade. Some have questioned the effectiveness of past VAWG strategies.
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How much does the defence industry contribute to UK regions?
The defence industry is estimated to contribute around £10 billion to £12 billion a year to the UK economy, mostly in South East and South West England.
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The King of Canada
As well as being the UK’s head of state, King Charles is also head of state in 14 other Commonwealth Realms, including Canada.
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Syria: What is the situation five months after Assad’s fall?
A government has been declared, but violence is ongoing, including against minorities. The UK has removed some sanctions and wants an inclusive transition.
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Economic update: Trade tariffs lower growth forecasts
International organisations have lowered their growth forecasts since the US imposed tariffs on goods imports in April.
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How is a pope elected?
When a pope dies or resigns, the College of Cardinals convenes to elect a new pope.
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Why do benefits sometimes increase by less than inflation?
Benefits increase yearly but due to time lags with the way they are calculated (based on inflation), claimants can end up with less money in real terms.
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Stalking protection orders
The government intends to strengthen the use of stalking protection orders as part of its plan to halve violence against women and girls in a decade.
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Why am I paying a council tax premium on my second home?
From 1 April 2025, English councils will be able to charge a council tax premium on second homes. Some second homes will be exempt from the premium.
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Why am I paying an empty homes premium on my council tax?
What is the empty homes premium, when does it apply and what plans are there to extend it to second homes?
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