Keywords: Office for National Statistics


UK consumers feel the Pinch from tax Iincreases as economy slows

British households are feeling the impact of higher taxes as economic growth slows, according to official data released Monday. From July to September 2025, the household saving ratio fell to 9.5%, the lowest in over a year, as real disposable incomes were squeezed by tax increases that outpaced income......

Mohamed tops Ceuta surname rankings in Spanish enclave

The Spanish enclave of Ceuta has witnessed a striking demographic milestone, with Mohamed emerging as the most prevalent surname among its residents, according to 2024 data from Spain's National Statistics Institute. Overwhelming presence of Arabic surnames The statistical analysis reveals that......

Do Brits in Spain with Irish citizenship need to exchange their green certificates for TIEs?

The UK Embassy is urging British nationals residing in Spain to exchange their old green certificates for Tarjetas de Identidad de Extranjero (TIEs) to avoid being classified as overstayers under the European Union’s forthcoming Entry-Exit System (EES). This directive raises an important question:......

Why so few Brits are applying for Spanish citizenship post-Brexit

Spain, home to the largest British population in the European Union, has witnessed a surprising trend since the Brexit vote: a minimal number of Britons have sought Spanish citizenship. Despite the allure of EU citizenship, only 2,363 UK nationals living in Spain have naturalized since the referendum,......

UK Economy Faces Unexpected Contraction in January

The United Kingdom’s economy experienced an unexpected contraction in January, with Gross Domestic Product (GDP) shrinking by 0.1% following a 0.4% increase in December, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). This economic downturn presents a fresh challenge for the government as......

Muhammad Surpasses Noah as Most Popular Baby Name in England and Wales

In 2023, Muhammad emerged as the most popular boy's name in England and Wales, with over 4,600 children registered under the name. This marks a significant shift, as it surpasses the previously favored Christian name, Noah, according to the latest data from the United Kingdom's Office for National......

UK Mulls Outdoor Smoking Ban to Ease NHS Burden

Prime Minister Keir Starmer backs stricter outdoor smoking regulations, potentially banning smoking in pub gardens and outside hospitals to reduce preventable deaths and alleviate pressure on the National Health Service (NHS). The UK government is contemplating tighter regulations on outdoor smoking......