It has long been recognised that medical advances, combined with a greater understanding of the impact of our lifestyle choices upon our health, have led to an increase in life expectancy. Looking ahead, future generations are, on average, likely to…

In a move that surprised almost nobody, Bank of England (BoE) policymakers raised interest rates for the first time in over a decade at its November meeting. The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) voted by seven votes to two in favour…