We check facts about the UK economy. This includes money issues like prices, taxes, jobs, people out of work, and housing. We also look at how these things are different in each part of the UK.
Economy, Business & Finance
More people have access to a food bank now than in 2010, so figures for food bank use alone can’t tell us about demand. Read
Economy, Business & Finance
We examine the exchange between the Prime Minister and Leader of the Opposition over the Housing Benefit bill. Read
Health
If you appeal a Work Capability Assessment decision, you are more likely to win than lose. The most recent data suggests that about three-fifths of appeals are successful. Read
Economy, Business & Finance
The UK has dropped down a ranking of countries by attractiveness for renewable energy investment. Read
Economy, Business & Finance
The Committee on Climate Change has said that the government can meet its emissions targets and build a third runway at Heathrow, but only if strict criteria are followed. The Committee also called on Read
Economy, Business & Finance
The government publishes extensive guidance for its staff on handling benefit claims. Read
Economy, Business & Finance
Over a million food parcels were given last year by the Trussell Trust, but that isn't the same as a million people. Read
Economy, Business & Finance
The UK is the third largest donor of aid to Syria, behind the USA and Germany according to the United Nations. Read
Economy, Business & Finance
We've put together some of the key facts on homelessness and rough sleeping in England. Read
Europe
The EU has 48 trade agreements with other countries, which go beyond World Trade Organisation rules. Read
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