Tag: United Kingdom

Two-thirds of Britons Back Spending Cuts Over Tax Hikes as EY Downgrades 2024 Growth Forecast

EY downgrades UK 2024 growth to 0.7% as two-thirds of voters reject tax hikes, backing Rachel Reeves’ spending cuts instead. The Bank of England holds rates at 5.25%, delaying recovery.

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Real Living Wage jumps to £13.45 nationally, £14.80 in London for 2025/26

The Real Living Wage rises to £13.45/hour nationally and £14.80 in London from April 2026, calculated by the Resolution Foundation to match the cost of living — far exceeding the government's £12.21 minimum. Over 300,000 workers benefit from this voluntary standard.

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Welsh Actress Kimberley Nixon Reveals Autism and ADHD Diagnosis After Pandemic Mental Health Struggle

Welsh actress Kimberley Nixon revealed her autism and ADHD diagnoses in June 2025, describing it as 'a huge weight lifted' after battling perinatal OCD during the pandemic. Her candid disclosure is sparking wider conversations on neurodiversity in the UK.

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