Millions face 5% council tax hike
Many local authorities plan to raise council tax by the maximum amount in April.
Company insolvencies surge in 2022
Insolvency figures hit 2,190 – their highest level since 2009.
Bank of England raises interest rates to 4%
The latest increase is the highest base rate in 14 years.
Directors’ economic confidence rises
Business leader confidence hits its highest level since March 2022.
IMF forecasts UK economy will shrink in 2023
Britain is expected to be the only G7 country in recession this year.