In the Economy category you will find all the latest news concerning the economic picture and its impact on the UK commercial property market. This includes the wider effect on businesses, employment and consumers.
With pay freezes, relatively high inflation and the rising cost of living at the forefront of many people’s minds, pay day loan companies have become something of an essential industry in the country today. As more and more people struggle to pay bills and... Read More
The latest figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) reveal that unemployment fell by 50,000 in the three months up to August. The number of people out of work now stands at 2.53 million while employment reached almost 30 million, the highest... Read More
One of the biggest issues facing the country at the moment is the rising cost of fuel. As petrol and diesel prices continue to increase, so too does the price of every day necessities such as food, clothing and, of course, travelling. This is because delivery... Read More
Petrol prices remain a contentious issue in the UK, with a nation of motorists becoming increasingly disturbed as fuel prices continue to rise. In fact, since the end of August, petrol prices have risen by 5 pence per litre while diesel costs have climbed by... Read More
The number of orders for new construction projects fell for the fourth consecutive month in September, despite a rise in civil engineering activity. The construction sector accounts for just 7 per cent of the UK economy, but its poor performance over the... Read More
There is no denying that the double dip recession has had a severe impact on British businesses. Companies from sectors such as the leisure industry and the professional services industry have seen budget squeezes, falling client numbers and even cuts to... Read More
With many businesses pushed to breaking point over the course of the recession, it is hardly surprising that bosses are expecting higher and higher levels of commitment from their employees. Turning up late to work is a huge faux pas at the moment, especially... Read More
The past year has not been easy for anyone. Rising food, fuel and utilities prices have caused further problems for families struggling to keep their households running, with luxuries like foreign holidays and new household items but a distant memory for many... Read More
The Scottish Government is proposing business rates discounts as an incentive to bring unoccupied shops and offices back into use. Under the ‘Fresh Start’ scheme new occupants of properties that have been empty for 12 months or more will be entitled to a... Read More
Although people have less disposable income and the UK is still currently in the middle of a double-dip recession, it seems that people still have enough money to spend on takeaway food.... Read More
The economy affects us all. It can make or break Governments, prove a factor in the success or failure of a business and dramatically influence consumer confidence. Our articles focus on its impact on the commercial property market in the widest sense.
This means that we cover stories on how the economy affects the prospects of commercial property occupiers and their employees. We also carry the latest company, financial and consumer news.
So if you want to read about the latest corporate developments or keep up to date with recent openings and closures on the high street then this is the page for you.
