economy
February worst month for construction since October 2009
UK construction sector had its worst month in February since October 2009, according to new data from Markit/CIPS. New work […]
Earnings now at same level as 2002 for squeezed middle
Real earnings have declined since 2009 and are at the same level as 2002.
More spending cuts on the way if coalition is to meet savings targets
If the coalition is to meet its spending targets it will have to make further cuts to departmental budgets.
Why are British workers getting less productive?
The IFS produced a new report today examining why British workers are getting less productive.
Watch: Miliband flays Cameron on the economy at PMQs
Following Friday's poor growth figures, Ed Miliband went after David Cameron on his failing economic record at today's Prime Minister's Questions.
Clegg wrong to claim Labour would have cut capital investment at same rate as government
OBR figures show Nick Clegg was wrong to claim Labour would have cut capital investment at the same rate as the government.