One in eight resorted to buy now, pay later credit as cost of living bites

The age group that made most use of these services was 35- to 44-year-olds, according to UK Finance.

Tax cuts in doubt amid high inflation and strained public finances

Runaway inflation will mean more spending on social security benefits, state pensions and debt interest, according to the Institute for Fiscal Studies.

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  Tory leadership hustings: Dates of events in the battle to be next prime minister

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FTSE: Cineworld plunges almost 60% as lack of blockbusters bites

Cineworld could be forced into a rescue deal as recent admission levels proved disappointing.

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  Cineworld forced into crisis talks by lack of Hollywood blockbusters

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  Cineworld plunges as lack of blockbusters adds to debt woes

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