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16th July 2008 Rise in unemployment 'will continue'

UK unemployment levels rose at their quickest rate since 1992 in the three months to May, official figures show. The number of UK residents out of work and on benefits rose by 12,000 over three...

15th July 2008 Inflation rate rises to 3.8%

The rate of Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation jumped to 3.8% last month, higher than predicted by many analysts. The news is likely to disappoint retailers hoping for an end to the squeeze on...

15th July 2008 Public contract bidders 'must promote unions'

Firms that bid for public-sector contracts will have to promote union membership to their employees, under a new agreement between the Government, unions and charity sector groups. Signatories to...

14th July 2008 Manufacturer prices up 10%

Last month, manufacturers charged 10% more for their goods than they had done a year before, official figures have shown. The rise in factory gate prices in June quickened from that in May, when...

14th July 2008 Pub rate relief 'should be considered'

The Government could consider helping failing pubs by offering rate relief, an MP has said. Janet Dean, vice-chairman of the All-Party Parliamentary Beer Group, said she was worried about plans...

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