New Covid variant and looming Brexit disruption deepen UK economic gloom

Our latest snapshot of key economic indicators show retail sales falling, job losses soaring, GDP growth and stock market stalling

New Covid strain means short-term prospects for UK economy are bleak

Analysis: Tighter restrictions for longer will lead to slower growth and higher public borrowing

Business leaders say fresh restrictions could lead to further job losses without more help

The revenue the Treasury sorely needs must be sought from the ever-increasing wealth in Britain’s boardrooms

The hawks are warning – once again – about the economy overheating. But a vaccine alone will not cause that

New Zealand’s stonking growth brings to mind Scott Morrison’s claim Australia suppressed the virus without its neighbour’s crippling costs

Chancellor says extra time will help cushion economic blow, with budget set for 3 March

Rate-setting committee says rapid rise in Covid-19 infections will deliver bigger hit to UK economy than forecast

Committee says £20 a week increase should stay and ministers need to ‘wake up’ on unemployment

Amid a likely third wave of Covid-19 and a hard Brexit, a new package of employment and social support is needed fast

From farming to travel, the car industry to academia, the pressure is building on the prime minister to reach an agreement

In Southampton, delays to the UK retail supply chain may be a taste of what’s to come

Analysis: it seems the worst possible moment for the PM to plunge Britain into a last-ditch battle with the EU

GDP grew just 0.4% in October with economy expected to contract again due to November lockdowns

Brexit uncertainty and business jitters caused by Covid lockdowns will delay investment rebound