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Economics Weekly Quiz | 01 November 2024
Here's this week economics news quiz! The quiz has 8 multi-choice questions about news events relating to economics from the previous 7 days. Most of the questions relate to the UK economy but some...
Vape Tax 2026: Can Higher Prices Deter Youth from Vaping?
The UK government has announced a new flat tax on vaping products, set to take effect in October 2026. This policy, part of the Labour government’s broader health initiatives, aims to discourage...
In April 2025, over three million UK workers will see a significant pay rise as the National Living Wage climbs from £11.44 to £12.21 per hour—a 6.7% increase. This change, while welcomed by many...
As the government prepares for a new budget, bus fares are set to rise in England, with the cap increasing from £2 to £3. This change, affecting millions of bus riders, is more than just a fare...
In recent years, birth rates in England and Wales have taken a nosedive, with the average number of children per woman falling to 1.44 in 2023—an all-time low. The number of births, down to just...
Vape Ban: England Takes Aim at Disposable Culture to Save Environment and Public Health
England is set to ban the sale of disposable vapes in June 2025, a move that has sparked discussions not just about public health but also the environment and the economy. The government aims to...
Economics Weekly Quiz | 25 October 2024
Here's this week economics news quiz! The quiz has 8 multi-choice questions about news events relating to economics from the previous 7 days. Most of the questions relate to the UK economy but some...
Water Woes: Could Nonprofit Models Hold the Solution for England’s Failing Water Sector?
In England, the water industry is facing one of its biggest shakeups since privatisation in 1989, and public anger over environmental damage is fuelling the debate. The government is considering a...
The world's largest coffee chain, Starbucks, is facing a major wake-up call. With falling sales, particularly in key markets like the U.S. and China, the company’s new CEO, Brian Niccol, is brewing...
HSBC, one of the world’s largest banks, is undergoing a major restructuring as it grapples with increasing geopolitical tensions and economic pressures. In a bold move, the bank will split its...
Economics Weekly Quiz | 18 October 2024
Here's this week economics news quiz! The quiz has 8 multi-choice questions about news events relating to economics from the previous 7 days. Most of the questions relate to the UK economy but some...
In an ambitious leap toward renewable energy, Tesco, one of the UK’s leading supermarket chains, has signed a deal to source two-thirds of the electricity generated by the upcoming Cleve Hill solar...
Bank of England Eyes Interest Cuts as Inflation Hits Three-Year Low
In a twist for the UK economy, inflation has dipped to a surprising 1.7% in the year to September, the lowest in over three years and below the Bank of England's (BoE) 2% target. This unexpected...
Gaming Taxes and the UK Economy: What’s the Cost of Raising the Stakes?
The UK government is eyeing a significant tax hike on gambling, hoping to raise as much as £3.4 billion annually by 2030 by doubling taxes on "higher harm" gambling products. According to proposals...
Today's Guardian editorial highlights the fact that the European electric vehicle market doesn't seem to be getting the appropriate support. Governments haven't been investing enough and have...
How Institutions Shape Wealth: Lessons from the 2024 Nobel Prize Winners in Economics
How do institutions shape prosperity? This year’s Nobel Prize in Economics, awarded to Daron Acemoglu, Simon Johnson, and James A. Robinson, addresses this critical question with a fascinating take...
From Empty Shops to Active Spaces: The Rise of Independent Gyms on the UK High Street
Here is a great example of entrepreneurialism sparking an increase in market contestability. The UK’s high streets are witnessing a fresh wave of activity, but this time it’s not the latest fashion...
Economics Weekly Quiz | 11 October 2024
Here's this week economics news quiz! The quiz has 8 multi-choice questions about news events relating to economics from the previous 7 days. Most of the questions relate to the UK economy but some...
The Impacts of a Cold, Wet Year on UK Farmers and Wine Producers
A good example here of the impact of weather and climate on the UK farming industry. The weather has dealt a tough hand to British farmers this year, as record-breaking rain and unseasonably cold...
Could an extra Tobacco Tax Revolutionise UK Public Health Funding?
In a bold bid to improve the health of the nation and cut down smoking-related costs, public health advocates and charity groups are calling on UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves to introduce new taxes on...