Small business confidence loses steam

State of economy cited as major problem for businesses.

HMRC collects £100bn more in 2021/22 than previous year

Tax take recovers to pre-pandemic level.

UK house prices jump 11.8% in year to September 2021

Average UK house prices reach record high of £270,000.

Energy prices push inflation to 4.2% in October 2021

Combative interest rate hike could be on the horizon.

Kickstart scheme found 100,000 young people work

Scheme finds young universal claimants six months of work.