Thomas Wright, Economics Correspondent

Thomas Wright is an economics correspondent covering trade policy, industrial strategy, and regional economic development. With eight years of experience and a background reporting for The Economist, he excels at connecting macroeconomic data to real-world impacts on businesses and workers. His coverage of post-Brexit trade deals has been particularly influential.
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New Chief Economic Adviser Calls for Improved Pay in Key Sectors Amid Migration Decline

** In a significant move aimed at addressing skills shortages in the…

Anticipated Drop in UK Inflation Sparks Speculation on Interest Rate Cuts

** As the UK braces for the latest inflation figures, many economists…

Boots Launches In-Store Weight Loss Jab Service Across UK High Streets

Boots is making waves in the health and wellness sector by introducing…

UK Economy Struggles to Finish 2025 Strong: What’s Next for Growth?

The UK economy concluded 2025 on a less than optimistic note, with…

PZ Cussons Reports Revenue Surge Driven by Price Hikes and Festive Gifting

In a promising turn of events, PZ Cussons, the Manchester-based consumer goods…

EU Takes Aim at Meta Over WhatsApp’s Restrictions on Rival AI Chatbots

The European Commission has issued a stern warning to Meta regarding its…

Superdrug Announces Expansion Plans with 30 New Stores and Job Creation

Superdrug, the well-known British health and beauty retailer, has unveiled ambitious plans…

Interest Rate Decisions from Bank of England and ECB: Stability Expected Amid Economic Changes

Both the Bank of England (BoE) and the European Central Bank (ECB)…

UK Services Sector Shows Signs of Recovery Amid Job Cuts and Economic Challenges

Recent data reveals an encouraging upswing in the UK’s services sector as…

Trump Poised to Announce New Federal Reserve Chair Amid Economic Tensions

In a significant move that could reshape monetary policy in the United…

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