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Sunday, May 31, 2026 nhs shortage medications pharmacies priceconcessions drugtariff supply reimbursement apixaban health

The NHS has warned of significant shortages affecting 188 commonly prescribed medications. Currently, pharmacies receive a fixed reimbursement from the NHS for each dispensed medicine, forcing them to source drugs at or below … Read More

Saturday, April 18, 2026 renters rents affordability rentalmarket london rightmove lettings tenants property supply

In the first months of 2026, average asking rents across Britain, excluding London, have stalled—marking the first time since 2017 that rents have not increased between the end of one year and the beginning of the next. … Read More

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 diesel fuel shortage uk energy labour government supply petrol logistics

A looming diesel shortage in the UK has been forecast by energy expert Ashley Kelty of investment bank Panmure Liberum, who criticizes the Labour government for downplaying the threat. While petrol supplies are expected to … Read More

Monday, March 23, 2026 fuel energy oil iea uk crisis workfromhome pricecap supply demand

The International Energy Agency (IEA) has called on UK households to work from home wherever possible in response to escalating fuel costs driven by global oil shortages. The IEA, a global energy watchdog, outlined ten … Read More

Monday, March 23, 2026 fuel uk m6 speedlimit labour energy transport renewables supply iea

As global tensions disrupt fuel supply, the UK Labour Party government is considering measures such as reducing speed limits on major motorways, including the M6, to lower oil demand. The International Energy Agency (IEA) has … Read More

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 energy bills uk government met tensions price household supply security intervention

The UK government has pledged to closely examine “every penny” added to household energy bills, Energy Minister Michael Shanks assured MPs during a committee session on Tuesday. This announcement comes as energy … Read More