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Long-term UK borrowing costs rise to highest since 1998, sterling slumps as Starmer’s future in doubt

Investing.com · May 12, 2026, 8:54 AM · Also reported by 3 other sources

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Long-term UK borrowing costs rise to highest since 1998, sterling slumps as Starmer’s future in doubt

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