The average UK house price has exceeded £300,000 for the first time, reaching £300,077 in January 2026, according to Halifax, one of the UK’s largest mortgage lenders. This reflects continued demand across the UK housing market, but it also creates additional challenges for first-time buyers and those who are self-employed or operate through limited companies.In […]

1. Global Political and Trade UncertaintyOne of the biggest drivers of the gold rally has been growing concern over international politics and trade.Recent tariff measures introduced by US President Donald Trump have unsettled global markets, particularly as further restrictions have been threatened against several trading partners. When trade relationships become unpredictable, investors often move away

UK government borrowing fell sharply in December, according to new figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Borrowing came in at £11.6bn, which is £7.1bn (38%) lower than the same month last year. The drop was mainly driven by a strong rise in tax and National Insurance Contributions (NIC) receipts, which more than offset

UK mortgage lenders are becoming increasingly competitive, and analysts suggest this could lead to further mortgage rate cuts in the coming weeks. New data points to a more active mortgage market as we move through 2025 and look ahead to 2026.According to recent industry analysis, the number of mortgage products available is now at its

The renewable energy sector continues to attract serious investment, with news breaking this week that a new group, founded by the former Chief Executive of oilfield services giant Petrofac, is set to announce a substantial £40 million fundraising. For those following the headlines, Petrofac will be remembered as the oilfield services group that sadly collapsed

Excellent news for businesses and families across Bradford and West Yorkshire: official figures reveal inflation dropped to a much lower-than-expected 3.2% last month, offering a genuine glimmer of hope after recent financial pressures. While still above the Bank of England’s 2% target, this welcome decrease has clear implications. For our clients, be it running a

Virgin Media has been hit with a hefty £23.8 million fine by Ofcom, the UK communications regulator. The penalty comes after the broadband and TV giant disconnected vulnerable customers during a migration of their phone lines. Many of these individuals relied on landlines, sometimes as their only means of communication, and were left without service,

There’s some encouraging news for the UK economy, with official figures showing inflation has eased to 3.6%. While still above the Bank of England’s 2% target, this marks a meaningful step in the right direction and offers a more positive outlook for households and businesses across the country — including right here in Bradford.For many

Here at Amanah Accountants, we understand that any mention of potential tax changes immediately catches the attention of individuals and businesses across Bradford, Leeds, and the wider West Yorkshire region. With the next Budget announcement fast approaching, recent comments from Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer and Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves have reignited public debate about

There’s been significant news from the capital recently, with the Metropolitan Police concluding their largest ever crackdown on shoplifting and the sale of stolen goods. Over 120 shops across London were raided in an unprecedented operation, with officers recovering an estimated £3.2 million in suspected stolen items. This huge effort sends a clear message that