Business

Why are bills going up? Your questions answered
Bills, bins, and benefits – the BBC’s cost of living correspondent Kevin Peachy answers your questions on bill rises.

Investigation launched into UK’s statistics agency
The Office for National Statistics is under review after criticism about the reliability of its data.

‘Seek help with bills if falling behind’
Wailim Wong advises residents to shop around to get the best deals.

Six things that could get more expensive for Americans under Trump tariffs
Economists say the president’s import taxes could result in higher prices for a range of products in the US.

Traders looking for support as costs rise
Shopkeepers on Bridgnorth high street are likely to feel the pinch as bills rise this month.

What is NI and how is it changing?
The amount of National Insurance (NI) paid by employers will rise on 6 April.