
News in review
Latest in News in Review: Bank Rate stays at 3.75%, slow pay growth, the Chancellor invests in AI, modest house price growth

Latest in News in Review: Bank Rate stays at 3.75%, slow pay growth, the Chancellor invests in AI, modest house price growth

This week’s News in Review: ONS data indicates zero monthly UK growth, oil price fluctuations and housing market news

This week’s News in Review focuses on the Chancellor’s 3 March Spring Forecast, including the latest OBR predictions

CPI fell to its lowest level since last March, retail sales rose by 1.8% in January, US threatens global tariffs of 15%

February optimum month for house sales, Warm Homes Plan launched, and ministers discuss housing progress

High demand for office space in England, London offices update, the (in)efficiency of commercial buildings, Scottish market check

UK GDP grew 0.1% in Q4 2025, UK leads G7 inflation and UK unemployment rate nears five-year high

Bank Rate has been retained at 3.75%, average houses prices surpass £300,000 and the UK services sector strengthens.

Commercial property 2026: offices lead, AI drives data centres, retail rebounds, hotels set for stronger year.

What’s the outlook for housing in 2026: prices predicted to rise, FTBs gain choice, regional growth varies.