A strike by Channel Tunnel workers has blocked train travel between France and Britain, while powerline problems hit West Coast mainlineEurostar cancellations add to disruption on storm-hit rail networkLess fun and games for UK toy shops at Christmas 2023UK interest rates expected to fall sharply next year as inflation drops to 3.9%The strength of the UK’s labour market will be a key factor determining when the Bank of England feels confident enough to start cutting interest rates.And new data just released shows a fall in job openings last week. Continue reading...