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Reform UK Gets £72m in 24 Hours: Should Britain Cap Political Donations?
£72m from two donors in 24 hours has reignited the debate over political money in Britain. Here is…
UK Rent Prices 2026: Average Rent Reaches £1,393 a Month
UK rent prices rose 3.7% to £1,393 a month in July 2026. See the latest ONS figures and…
6 Things I Would Abolish From the UK Property Market
After more than 15 years around property, these are the 6 parts of the UK market I would…
UK Bond Yields Are Surging: Why Britain’s Borrowing Costs Matter to Your Money
UK borrowing costs have climbed to levels not seen for decades. Here is what rising gilt yields mean…
The Hedonic Treadmill: Why Earning More Can Still Leave You Feeling Broke
Why can a pay rise make you richer without making you feel richer? The hedonic treadmill explains how…
Why Don’t More People Invest in the UK? 5 Changes That Could Get Britain Investing
Why do so many people in Britain save but not invest? Here are 5 changes that could make…
Vanguard UK Review 2026: Fees, Funds and Is It Worth It?
Vanguard UK review for 2026: current platform fees, fund charges, FTSE All-World ETF costs, LifeStrategy changes, pros and…
Britain Needs 755,000 Construction Workers. Can Burnham’s Plan Deliver?
Andy Burnham wants technical education from age 14. Could it help solve Britain’s construction skills shortage and build…
254,000 Buy-to-Lets Hit the Market. What Happens to Renters?
Around 254,000 former rentals were listed for sale in a year. Here is what landlord exits could mean…
UK Banks Warn Chancellor Against Tax Rises. But Are They Right?
UK Finance has warned Chancellor John Healey against raising bank taxes. Here is what the 46.6% figure really…
Leasehold Flats Aren’t Selling: Bargain or Property Trap?
Leasehold flats are struggling to sell while investors negotiate discounts not seen since 2020. Here is how to…
Mansell Files an Administration Notice Six Months After Opening Its New Factory
Mansell Building Solutions has filed an administration notice after project delays and cash-flow pressure. Here is what the…