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May 2026 inflation data

The UK’s inflation rate in May 2026 - as measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI) - was 2.8%.

Carers - consultation on improving employment rights

Strengthened employment rights may be in the offing for people with unpaid caring responsibilities - and parents with seriously ill children.

Pay data: three months to April 2026

Two research bodies have published pay data for the three months to the end of April 2026, as well as a look forward to settlement levels in the year ahead.

Fuel rates for company car drivers

HMRC has announced new advisory fuel rates, from 1 June 2026, for employees using a company car.

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