Employment bill to boost workplace rights

Government suggests day-one rights and living wage reforms.

UK economy grows 0.6% in Q2 2024

Services sector drives second quarter of growth.

SMEs struggle to secure public sector contracts

SMEs account for only 20% of public procurement spend.

Unemployment drops as wage growth slows

Wages stagnate while vacancies decline.

First inflation rise of year forecast

Higher inflation expected as cost of living pressures persist.