i Front Page 3rd of April 2025
A sweeping set of reciprocal tariffs threatens to cost global markets up to $1 trillion, putting UK jobs and wages at risk and prompting The PM to seek alternative strategies for economic stability.
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The i newspaper reports on deepening “mortgage pain” as the Bank of England’s expected interest rate rise “sparks new recession fears”. The assumption is that interest rates will rise by 0.25% to 4.75% today but some are suggesting they could go up to 5%. Rising rates mean homeowners are facing big increases in mortgage payments – and the paper reports “panicked” borrowers are pleading for help from mortgage brokers.
i Front Page 1st of April 2025
The PM’s deputy has defended proposals to expand sick pay, end zero-hours contracts and raise National Living Wage thresholds, arguing these changes will boost growth and support those on lower incomes despite objections from businesses.
i Front Page 31st of March 2025
Starmer cautions the US President against triggering a damaging trade conflict, as the UK braces for possible tariffs threatening jobs and economic growth, with the PM ready to respond firmly.
