Huw Pill has signalled that rates should be cut in a ‘gradual’ manner, amid caution over the long-term path of inflation.

Renewable energy projects and growing housebuilder confidence pushed the industry to the fastest rate of growth since early 2022.

The rescue services in the south of the country reported several people missing and called on volunteers and the army to assist.

Mr Miliband told ITV’s Good Morning Britain ministers were not interested in having businesses pay for access to them.

Sales of premium bouquets have soared by almost 25% at a UK supermarket, making a comeback after a decline in flower-giving during Covid lockdowns. Tesco said it has seen demand for flowers increase ...