News and Tax Data Financial news from the BBC UK economy grew faster than expected in July The economy expanded by 0.4%, official figures show, whereas economists had predicted no growth. I asked my husband to pay into my pension when we had a child - here's why Molly and Taylor Haylett explain the changes to how they managed their finances when they started a family. Are interest rates on the way up again? As countries grapple with energy costs pushing up inflation, this month will see how central banks respond. Alstom to build new battery-electric train fleet The government says the work will support thousands of jobs across the UK. Oil, gas and borrowing costs surge as fears over Middle East escalate The price of oil jumps to $105 a barrel amid signs the Iran war will not be resolved quickly. Can Europe recharge its battery industry? Europe has some promising battery tech, but can it make up ground lost to Chinese battery giants? Air traffic chaos and compensation: 'Shutdown cost us more than £1,000' Flight disruption has ruined holidays and left passengers sleeping on airport floors - so what are their rights? Primark finally set to launch home deliveries The retailer launches the service four years after making its first foray into internet shopping.
