Statistical Notice 2026/07 - Bank of England Levy: Notification Document Levy Year 2026/27
Today the Bank has published the Bank of England Levy Notification Document - Levy Year 2026/27 on its website.
Economy
Aliens, chimps and a pregnant man: iconic British adverts – in pictures
As any fan of AMC's acclaimed television series "Mad Men" knows, advertising is an art form and a high-stakes game. A 30-second 2026 Super Bowl spot cost $8 million on average, the same as the year prior. If you don't f…
UK housebuilders have far too much power. Now a £4.5bn lawsuit could change that for good | Peter Apps
A legal case on behalf of some 700,000 people against the country’s biggest housebuilders could be a catalyst for much-needed industry reform
Datacentres are booming – and there goes the neighbourhood | Jess Harwood
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Federal Reserve Board requests comment on a proposal to amend its requirements for banks to maintain anti-money laundering programs
The Federal Reserve Board on Tuesday requested comment on a proposal to amend its requirements for banks to maintain anti-money laundering programs. The amendments are intended to align with changes to anti-money launde…
EasyJet’s board has surrendered too easily to US bidder | Nils Pratley
The company’s target to hit £1bn profitability is intact. Why isn’t the board putting up a proper fight?
Curry, bagels … and AI? Londoners fight plan for huge datacentre in Brick Lane
Residents and council say creating affordable housing is more urgent than ‘high-frequency trading’ in nearby City
SEC Forms New Retail Fraud Working Group
On May 13, 2026, newly appointed SEC Division of Enforcement Director David Woodcock delivered his first public remarks at the Managed Funds Association Legal & Compliance 2026 Conference in New York. Mr. Woodcock, who …
One million more UK homeowners set to face higher mortgages
A million more homeowners face higher mortgage bills than the Bank of England had previously expected due to the impact of the Iran war.
What will define Elon Musk’s legacy? Doge cuts to USAID Ebola programs
Experts say cuts have hindered the response to DRC’s Ebola outbreak and resulted in ‘significant numbers’ of deaths
Banks told to improve access to basic accounts
People struggling should find it easier to access basic bank accounts, after nine banks committed to improving widespread poor practice identified by the FCA.
Financial Policy Committee Record – July 2026
1: The Financial Policy Committee (FPC) seeks to ensure the UK financial system is prepared for, and resilient to, the wide range of risks it could face, so that it is able to absorb rather than amplify shocks, and serv…
Sun stoppers: seven ways to keep your home cool this summer
You can keep temperatures down without the cost – or environmental price – of air conditioning. Here’s some tips and tricks
Eldens Finance Limited enters administration
On Monday 6 July 2026, Eldens Finance Limited (Eldens) was placed into administration. Antony Batty and Hugh Jesseman of Antony Batty & Company Ltd were appointed as Joint Administrators.
UK house prices rise in June despite ‘wider economic uncertainty’ – business live
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Fuel on the fire: why oil companies are profiting as the world gets dangerously hot
The scientific consensus is that burning fossil fuels drives the climate crisis, yet the world’s biggest oil companies are planning to increase production
Russian cities feel the pinch amid worsening fuel shortages
Ukraine’s drone and missile campaign on oil infrastructure has brought impact of war to citizens of Moscow and elsewhere
UK house prices rise for first time since start of Iran war
Typical property cost £299,330 in June, 0.2% more than the month before, says Lloyds
Student loan promotion in England and Wales amounted to mis-selling, MPs say
Treasury select committee also says ministers have moral obligation to reverse last year’s repayment threshold freeze
Scotland could freeze datacentre projects in challenge to UK’s AI strategy
The Scottish government is about to consider a sweeping moratorium on building new datacentres, putting a key plank of the UK’s AI strategy at risk.
Who is George Cottrell, the mystery donor who has potentially landed Nigel Farage in hot water?
Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, has said he is the victim of an “establishment hit job”.
EasyJet shares jump almost 10% after it agrees £5.5bn takeover bid
Shares in easyJet surged nearly 10% after the airline agreed to a £5.5bn takeover at the fifth attempt, but analysts said that it showed UK firms were being bought on the cheap.
The Guardian view on apprenticeships: young people need help getting started at work | Editorial
Existing staff are taking too much of a fund intended for new recruits. Ministers must take charge of redirecting it
Wegovy weight-loss pill goes on sale at UK high street and online pharmacies
A once-a-day Wegovy weight-loss pill has gone on sale at high street and online pharmacies in the UK, but is not yet available on the NHS.