Economy

February 2025 dates for benefits and pensions as DWP cuts rumoured

February 2025 dates for benefits and pensions as DWP cuts rumoured

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Trump Holds Off on Tariffs, but Paves the Way for Future Trade Action

Trump Holds Off on Tariffs, but Paves the Way for Future Trade Action

President Trump will stop short of immediately imposing tariffs on imported products on Monday, but will issue an executive order directing federal agencies to begin studying a broad list of trade issues that could ultimately result in taxes on goods from China, Canada, Mexico and other countries in the coming months. The decision suggests that Mr. Trump is taking a …

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The jobs facing boom or bust in 2025 as biggest salary rises revealed

The jobs facing boom or bust in 2025 as biggest salary rises revealed

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Best current account cash switch offers from banks in January 2025

Best current account cash switch offers from banks in January 2025

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February 2025 dates for benefits and pensions as DWP cuts rumoured

February 2025 dates for benefits and pensions as DWP cuts rumoured

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The Federal Work Force Grew Briskly Under Biden. It’s Still Historically Low.

The Federal Work Force Grew Briskly Under Biden. It’s Still Historically Low.

When it comes to the federal payroll, two seemingly contradictory things are true. One, the Biden administration went on a hiring spree that expanded the government work force at the fastest pace since the 1980s. And two, it remains near a record low as a share of overall employment. In the four years separating President-elect Donald J. Trump’s two terms, …

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