
Current Affairs
UK economy surpasses pre-pandemic level
November 2021 UK GDP estimate up 0.7% on February 2020.
Rising concerns about impact of inflation
Survey suggests 24% of individuals are “very concerned”.
Retail footfall slips amid Omicron concerns
Shoppers limited their in-store trips to avoid COVID variant.
30% of small firms in late-payments struggle
One in ten say late payments threaten their business.
New post-Brexit customs rules come into force
Companies trading with the EU face stricter rules.
Firms want support as customers cancel bookings
Hospitality takings could fall 40% during vital trading period.
'Most young workers lack savings to buy a first home'
Saving 5% of earnings for 5 years will allow just 11% to buy average home.
Business confidence remains flat in November 2021
Concerns about energy costs and employment taxes increase.