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Now playing Next United Kingdom New £1 coin is launched in the UK this month The UK’s currency will face a major change this month, as a new design of one of the most central coins is launched. 16/03/2017
Now playing Next Business UK services sector optimistic, CBI survey finds Optimism among businesses in Britain's services sector is now higher than at any time since June's vote to leave the European Union. 27/02/2017
Now playing Next Business Weaker pound, pricier fuel to hit easyJet profits British low-cost airline easyJet warns the weaker pound and pricier fuel will reduce its profits more than expected this year. 24/01/2017
Now playing Next Business Brexit linked weaker pound boosts UK inflation to 1.6% Inflation in Britain rose strongly in December as the Brexit vote caused the pound to weaken pushing up the cost of imported raw materials. 17/01/2017
Now playing Next United Kingdom Sterling surges after Brexit speech Theresa May's announcement that the UK will leave the single market in what is widely being seen as a "hard Brexit" has already had an impact on the financial markets. 17/01/2017
Now playing Next Business Pound slumps ahead of Brexit speech by UK Prime Minister Theresa May The pound plunged further against other currencies on Monday ahead of Prime Minister Theresa May's speech outlining the government's plans. 16/01/2017
Now playing Next Business Pound stays low despite UK prime minister's explanation of Brexit remarks The value of the pound has slumped on fears Prime Minister Theresa May's comments meant Britain would be leaving the EU single market. 09/01/2017
