Think-tank says the policy is not the answer to inequality and would drive internationally mobile super-rich to leave Britain
Maybe never as high as we thought
BAE Systems, one of the defence groups involved, says it will ‘redeploy’ staff if longer-term funds not secured
Regional disparities in health, wealth and education are a blight on our economy and society
Trade bodies say a requirement to offer staff guaranteed time could be ‘tipping point’ in already weak labour market
Market Questions is the FT’s guide to the week ahead
The country’s habits and virtues are built for a prosperity it no longer enjoys
The problem with ‘windfall’ taxes is that the relatively small amount raised is often not worth the long-term cost
Executives prepare for shift to the left in UK government after narrow escape in last year’s Budget
Better than expected figure underlines impact of Middle East conflict
Higher energy prices stoked by conflict have resulted in higher borrowing costs for government
Higher inflation following Middle East war darkens outlook for spending and economic growth
Companies rushed to make purchases amid fears that the Iran war would send prices even higher
Plus UK inflation
Idea long pursued by banking sector lobbyists faces opposition from regulators
‘Savvy the Squirrel’ initiative comes as investors await clarity on eligibility of products in stocks-and-shares products
Minister lacks ‘confidence’ in outsourcer’s ability to implement and transition to new operating model
FCA, police and HMRC swoop on properties allegedly using peer-to-peer trading ‘to move, disguise and spend illegal money’
Westminster and Kensington and Chelsea property valuations sink close to 2013 levels
Changes are first stage in wider shake-up by Financial Conduct Authority
Fears of higher levies and loss of benefits prompt employees to make career decisions to stop their incomes rising
Inflationary pressures are beginning to wane. Explore the latest data through interactive charts
Increase reflects higher employer national insurance contributions and fiscal drag
Figure underlines economic impact of the Middle East conflict
Governments tap labour income as an ‘easy’ revenue raiser but risk undermining incentives to work and hire
