Inflation down more than expected.
In May it was 7.9% year on year down from 8.7% (it was expected to drop to 8.2%)
Crucially core inflation was 7.1% and was expected to stay there. It has dropped to 6.9%.
This takes a little pressure off bank of England and hopefully the money markets, there's a chance (no promises) new mortgage fix rates may ease off a touch.
🌞 This weekend marks the first of three May bank holidays, and the weather is clearing up just in time!
We hope you're able to get out into the sunshine.
Here's a reminder of the support available over the weekend 👇
📢 There is not enough awareness and understanding about what it means to be severely affected by mental illness.
For #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek (15-21 May), we want that to change.
Join us 👉 https://t.co/PvbBJgkP8R
Whenever restrictions are eased, or we come out of lockdown, we lose quite a few followers
Some people seemingly think they don’t need to support NHS staff as much anymore
So please follow and RT if you’re still right behind us, as we still really need you behind us
Wishing all my family & friends a #RamadanMubarak this is a very special #Ramadan2020 as we observe the holy month during #SocialDistancing usually a time when families & friends come together - wishing everyone a blessed month during this difficult time, we will meet soon🙏
HE'S DONE IT: Inspirational veteran Captain Tom Moore has now completed his 100 lap goal, raising over £12m for the NHS, but he's not stopping there! Tom vows to keep walking for as long as people donate.
Calling all #LocalHeroes
Join us in supporting the food charity @FareShareUK, who are getting food to those who need it most right now.
Text MEALS to 70490 to donate £10 or find out more here
➡ https://t.co/dISQRmwqit
By staying at home, you are saving lives.
Here's why the rules we have in place are so important 🔽
Everyone has a part to play in this: #StayHomeSaveLives
Hundreds of migrant workers and daily wage earners have taken shelter under a bridge on the banks of the Yamuna. For over a week they are living on one meal a day provided by a Gurudwara nearby.
Pictures: @arvindgunasekar
Safer Walsall Partnership's "Latest Information" page will provide you with the most up-to-date information with what's happening in Walsall and how you can get the best support you may need.
For more information visit the website. https://t.co/kN7RayXHlU