In the newspapers this morning, the number of new homes built in the first three months of the year is more than 20% higher than last year. Small business owners reject the Conservatives’ manifesto for the General Election. Average household debt is set to rise to a record level of £14,300 next year. Halfords suffers a financial hit due to the weak pound, but is confident it can cope. Pets at Home plans to open 10 superstores despite its veterinary practices outstripping its retail division.
New homes figure builds by more than fifth (Telegraph/Free)
The total number of new homes built in the UK was 21% higher than at the same time last year.
Small business rejects Tory plans (Telegraph/Free)
A large proportion of small business owners have rejected the Conservatives’ manifesto for the General Election.
Household debt to hit new high (Telegraph/Free)
The amount in credit owed by the average UK household is set to rise to record levels next year.
Halfords rides over weak pound bump (Telegraph/Free)
The weak pound has hit Halfords’ profits as it struggles with more expensive imports, but the company is confident it can cope with the setback.
Vets practices outstrip Pets at Home stores (Telegraph/Free)
Pets at Home’s veterinary practices performed far better than its shops, the company’s latest results showed.
