Number of suicides rises for first time since 2013
The number of suicides has risen for the first time since 2013, with a “significant increase” among men, official figures show.
Office for National Statistics
Economy declines for first time since 2012
The UK’s economy shrank for the first time since 2012 in the second quarter of this year, as the manufacturing and construction sectors both slumped.
Knife crime offences increase 8% over year to reach record high
Knife crime in England and Wales hit a record high in 2018/19, up 8% on the previous year, official figures show.
Inflation steady as cheaper fuel offset by dearer food and alcohol
UK inflation was subdued in June, as rising food and alcohol prices were offset by cheaper petrol and diesel.
UK population hits 66.4m, with growth rate stalling
The population of the UK has risen to 66.4 million but the growth rate has stalled, official estimates show.
Inflation cools in May as travel price rises slow
UK inflation cooled off in May as price rises for travellers slowed down during the lull after the Easter rush, new figures showed.
Employment remains at top levels as more women stay in work
Employment remains at an all-time high in the UK, as the rate for women hit a fresh record, new figures reveal.