Results for "property"
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Analysis
A Complete History of Britain: From Roman Conquest to the Modern Nation
How one small island became the world's most influential nation — and what that history means for Britain today.
Economy
UK House Prices Rise for Fifth Consecutive Month as Mortgage Rates Fall
The average UK property now costs £294,000, with regional variations masking a more complex picture beneath the headline
Analysis
The Industrial Revolution: How Britain Changed the World Forever
Between 1760 and 1850 Britain underwent the most dramatic economic transformation in human history. Here is how it happe
Economy
Planning Reform Bill: Government Promises 1.5 Million Homes But Critics Sceptical
Ministers say the legislation will unlock the land needed to meet the government's housing targets. But the numbers face
Analysis
The British Working Class: A History of Labour, Struggle and Solidarity
The story of how ordinary British workers organised, fought, and gradually transformed the conditions of their lives — a
Politics
The History of British Democracy: From Magna Carta to Modern Parliament
Britain invented parliamentary democracy — then spent centuries arguing about who it was actually for. The full story of
Analysis
The History of London: From Roman Londinium to Global Megacity
Two thousand years of one city: how a Roman river crossing became the capital of an empire, survived plague and fire, an
Economy
Why Britain's Housing Crisis Is an Economic Emergency, Not Just a Social One
The failure to build enough homes is costing the UK economy £50 billion per year in lost productivity and misallocated l
UK News
Renters Reform Act 2025: Full Guide for Tenants and Landlords
Section 21 is gone. Here is what the Renters Reform Act means for tenants and landlords in England.
Finance
The Best ISA Rates in 2025 and How to Make the Most of Your Allowance
With the annual ISA allowance of £20,000 and rates at multi-year highs, this is the guide to making the most of your tax
Business
London vs Manchester: The Battle for Britain's Second Business Capital
As major companies expand or relocate to Manchester, National Herald examines whether the Northern city is genuinely cha
Finance
Stamp Duty UK 2026: Rates, First-Time Buyer Relief and How to Calculate Your Bill
The stamp duty thresholds reverted in April 2025. Here are the current SDLT rates and how to calculate your bill.
Economy
UK House Prices 2025: Where to Buy, Where to Avoid, and What Comes Next
A city-by-city analysis of the UK property market in 2025 — with our correspondents' assessment of where value remains a
Finance
Buy-to-Let in 2025: Is the Golden Age Over?
Rising mortgage costs, new regulations, and a changing tax environment are forcing landlords to reassess their strategie
World
China's Economy: Slowdown, Stimulus, and the Limits of State Direction
The world's second largest economy is navigating a transition that its model was not designed to manage.
Finance
UK Mortgage Rates 2026: Should You Fix Now or Wait?
With the Bank Rate at 3.75% and cuts expected, UK homeowners face a critical decision. National Herald analyses the best
UK News
Renters' Rights Act 2026: What Every Tenant in England Now Has
The Renters' Rights Act abolished Section 21 no-fault evictions and changed how tenancies work in England. National Hera
Environment
Why British Summers Are Getting Wetter and Winters Milder — Climate Change Explained
The Met Office confirms British weather is changing measurably. National Herald explains what the data shows and what it
Politics
Is Britain's Planning System Finally Being Fixed? The Reforms Explained
The government has promised the most radical shake-up of planning law since 1947. National Herald examines what has actu
Economy
UK Housing Market 2026: Are House Prices Finally Starting to Fall?
UK house prices have stagnated for two years. With mortgage rates still elevated and supply rising, National Herald exam
Technology
Cybersecurity in 2025: The Threats Every Business Must Understand
Ransomware, state-sponsored attacks and AI-enhanced phishing are creating an unprecedented threat landscape for organisa
Finance
UK Property Market 2025: Buy, Sell or Hold?
After two years of price correction, the UK housing market is showing signs of stabilisation — but regional divergence i
World
China in 2025: Economic Slowdown and Political Consolidation
The world's second-largest economy is facing structural headwinds that challenge the assumptions underpinning the 'China
Business
Why London's Luxury Property Market Is Attracting Global Investors Again
After two years of price falls, prime London property is attracting renewed international interest. National Herald exam
Economy
Britain's Small Businesses Are Struggling. Here's the Evidence.
Record numbers of UK small businesses are in financial difficulty. National Herald investigates the causes and what, if
Economy
UK House Prices 2026: Will They Rise, Fall or Stay Flat?
With mortgage rates falling, UK house prices are recovering. Here is the latest data and what experts expect over the ne
Finance
The Complete Guide to Inheritance Tax in the UK — and How to Legally Reduce Your Bill
Inheritance tax raises more money than ever — but many estates pay more than they need to. National Herald's guide to th
Economy
The Real Cost of Living in London in 2026: A Complete Guide
What does it actually cost to live in London in 2026? Rent, food, transport, and lifestyle — National Herald breaks down
Finance
Stamp Duty for First-Time Buyers 2026: Thresholds, Relief, and What You'll Pay
Stamp duty thresholds changed in April 2026. National Herald explains exactly how much stamp duty first-time buyers pay
Finance
How to Get on the Property Ladder in 2025 With a Small Deposit
Getting on the property ladder with a 5% or 10% deposit is hard but not impossible. National Herald's guide to every sch
Finance
Personal Finance in 2025: A Complete Guide to Building Wealth in the UK
From ISAs and pensions to property and equities — a comprehensive guide to growing your money in today's environment.
Business
The British High Street Is Not Dead — It Is Being Reinvented
From dark kitchens to experience retail, entrepreneurs are finding new uses for vacant commercial property across the UK
Economy
The Cost of Living: Where Are We Now?
Two years after the crisis peak, household finances are recovering — but the gains are deeply uneven.
Finance
Stamp Duty Reform: The Property Tax Change That Could Unlock the Housing Market
National Herald analysis and reporting on stamp duty reform: the property tax change that could unlock the housing marke
Analysis
Is Working From Home Killing City Centres? The Evidence After Five Years
Five years after the pandemic transformed working patterns, National Herald examines the long-term consequences for UK c