Watch: How oil and gas prices are pushing up the cost of living
From fuel to mortgages, the BBC looks at how oil and gas prices could push up the cost of living.
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US considers lifting sanctions on some Iranian oil
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent broached waiving sanctions on oil already at sea, which would be a stunning reversal of longstanding American policy.
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Bank ready to raise interest rates if Iran war price 'shock' persists
Policymakers vote unanimously to hold rates at 3.75% after the Iran war prompts a reversal in the debate over borrowing costs.
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Passport fees to pass £100 mark for first time
The cost of a standard adult passport will rise to more than £100 for the first time next month.
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The housing charity helping key workers stay local
Homes for Wells provides rented accommodation to 47 families for about 80% of market rate.
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Why the average age of a first-time buyer has risen
The average age of a first-time buyer in England has risen from 29 to 34.
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Unemployment stuck at five year high as youth rate climbs
UK unemployment has remained at its highest rate in five years, new official figures show.
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Nearly 400 firms fined over failure to pay minimum wage
The official minimum rates of pay will rise for 2.7 million workers in April 2026.
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School 'poverty policy officers' to help families
The two positions in South Tyneside will focus on school uniform and access to activities.
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Gas price soars nearly 25% after strikes on Qatar hub
Energy costs jump after fresh strikes hit key infrastructure in the Middle East,
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Unemployment remains at highest rate in five years
UK unemployment has remained at the highest rate in five years, new official figures show.
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Pay growth at lowest rate in more than five years
Annual earnings grew at an annual rate of 3.8% in the November to January period, the Office for National Statistics says.
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Camden pregnancy payment to continue after trial
The scheme provides £500 to support low-income families welcoming a new baby in the London borough.
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'Our heating oil's doubled in price in two weeks'
Lawrence Salvoni worries not only about the price he has to pay, but the security of his supply.
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Labubu film is official with Paddington director at the helm
The film will combine live action and computer-generated animation and is in "early development".
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Oil crosses $110 a barrel after gas field strike
Iran's military warned it would take "decisive action" in response to the strike on its energy infrastructure.
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Impact of Iran war expected to bring hold in interest rates
Before the conflict began, analysts had expected a cut in the Bank rate at this meeting.
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UK sets target to boost steel making and cut imports
Up to half of steel used in Britain should be made there, the government says, as it announces its steel strategy.
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Labubu movie in the works as viral toys attempt film crossover
Pop Mart and Sony Pictures say the film will combine live action and computer-generated animation.
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How Finnish supermarkets are central to the country's defence
The chains all have detailed plans to follow in the event of the nation going to war.
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