August 2025

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Funding needed to fix struggling high streets
According to new research by the Centre for Cities think tank, reviving struggling UK high streets could cost up to £5 billion.
The report highlights stark regional differences in retail health, with cities like Bradford, Newport and Blackpool facing shop vacancy rates more than double those in London.

New limits on NDAs in misconduct cases
Under a proposed change to UK employment law, employers will no longer be allowed to use non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) to prevent workers from speaking out about sexual misconduct or discrimination in the workplace.

Energy bills drop but concerns remain
Energy bills are falling for around 21 million households in England, Scotland and Wales, with typical household bills down £11 a month.

Bank signals slowdown in UK jobs market
Bank of England governor Andrew Bailey has warned that the UK jobs market is showing signs of slowing as employers react to higher national insurance contributions (NICs).