Bank of England expected to raise interest rates again next week - what to expect

England are into the Women’s World Cup final for the first time after beating Australia in the semi-final on Wednesday.

Inflation has slowed down to its lowest rate in 17 months in July, according to the latest official figures. The Office for National Statistics (ONS) has said that Consumer Prices Index inflation was recorded at 6.8 percent last month, which has come down from 7.9 percent in June.

Perthshire Pride has revealed its exciting line up ahead of the 2023 festival next weekend.

Anna Tingley If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. While the World Cup and Leagues Cup are both coming to a close soon, soccer fans will continue to be well fed with the England’s Premier League, which kicked off its 2023-24 season over the weekend. This season, eyes will be on Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City, who are looking to take home the championship for the fourth year in a row.

They say opposites attract but for these two that isn't quite the case. England Lioness Rachel Daly is loved up and happy with her partner Millie Turner who also happens to share her love for the game. Millie, 27, plays in defence for Manchester United with the pair dating since July 2021 but life off-pitch became all the sweeter when the couple made their status official on Rachel's Instagram with a photo of them romantically wandering around Dovestone Reservoir on Saddleworth Moor in Manchester.

Four Tet – has reflected on his recent success with Fred Again.. and Skrillex, and revealed that he doesn’t agree with the idea that he is “finally getting the success he deserves”.The English electronic artist made the comments in a rare interview earlier this week, in which he reflected on his early days in the industry and the mammoth concerts he has played as part of his latest collaboration.This comes in light of the musician becoming part of the most famous dance trio in the world right now – joining forces with hit producer Fred Again..

Queen’s Brian May has taken to social media to hit out at the ongoing badger cull in England, describing it as a “blood bath”.The comments came in light of the way that the English government is working to end the spread of Bovine Tuberculosis (TB) in cattle, which has led to a widespread cull of badgers.Taking to social media, the iconic guitarist revealed that he is currently working on a new documentary in partnership with the BBC, investigating the spread of the disease across UK farms.In the footage, May shared that he had visited a farm in South Wales in a “search for the truth” on whether the root of the issue is predominantly due to badgers spreading Bovine TB to cattle – and whether killing badgers will reduce the spread or not.“And so returning home with another piece of the jigsaw puzzle,” he said, travelling home after visiting the farm. “But at least hats off to Wales for looking for a humane solution.

Some of the biggest lenders in Britain are said to be making significant cuts to their mortgage rates from tomorrow (August 9). Three major banks will make reductions of up to 0.55 percent on fixed mortgage products, which is set to be good news for many homeowners.

EXCLUSIVE: Joseph Fiennes has scored a winner with playwright James Graham’s knockout stage play Dear England, which will transfer from London’s National Theatre to the West End in the fall.

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Selena Gomez enjoyed a night out with producer Fred Again this week, and someone else at the restaurant is opening up about what they saw.

Selena Gomez and popular English DJ-record producer Fred Again grabbed dinner alone this week, leading some fans to speculate it may have been a date. But an eyewitness who saw them break bread tells ET it didn't seem like a date.ET has learned that Gomez and Fred hit up Barney's Beanery in West Hollywood on Thursday night.

Selena Gomez and popular English DJ-record producer Fred Again grabbed dinner alone this week, leading some fans to speculate it may have been a date. But an eyewitness who saw them break bread tells ET it didn't seem like a date.ET has learned that Gomez and Fred hit up Barney's Beanery in West Hollywood on Thursday night.

A 50-year-old cricketer from Rochdale says representing England Women at this month’s World Blind Games will continue to open doors for those who live with sight loss.

England will kick off their summer double-header today when they face Wales at Principality Stadium in Cardiff. One player in particular who has been turning heads on the pitch is Harlequins fly-half Marcus Smith.

Interest rates have now reached yet another record-high following the Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee meeting today (August 3). After a majority vote of 6-3, the base rate has now been raised to 5.25 per cent - up from 5 per cent in June - which is now the highest level seen since March 2008.

Homeowners across the UK could be dealt a further blow today (August 3) as the Bank of England is expected to raise interest rates once again. After its meeting with the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) in June, the Bank hiked the base rate to 5 per cent - the highest rate in 15 years.

Brits are being warned to look out for a booze-loving insect with a painful sting that could make its way to the UK from continental Europe.

Netherlands and England soared into the knockout stages of the FIFA Women's World Cup with emphatic victories on day 13.

Thania Garcia Arctic Monkeys, Fred Again, Raye and numerous other British and Irish acts are behind some of the top albums shortlisted for the U.K.’s esteemed Mercury Prize. The annual ceremony is set to take place on Sept. 7 at the Eventim Apollo in Hammersmith, London and will feature live performances from many of the highlighted artists.