Employment bill to boost workplace rights
Government suggests day-one rights and living wage reforms.
UK economy grows 0.6% in Q2 2024
Services sector drives second quarter of growth.
SMEs struggle to secure public sector contracts
SMEs account for only 20% of public procurement spend.
Unemployment drops as wage growth slows
Wages stagnate while vacancies decline.
First inflation rise of year forecast
Higher inflation expected as cost of living pressures persist.