The economy rebounded quickly
House price inflation has been very high
Pension spending is set to rise rapidly
Fuel prices have been below those in neighbouring countries
Incomes remain high despite growth slowing down since the global financial crisis
Household income is high, but long-term unemployment and housing can improve
Growth is broad-based, and pressures are rising in the economy
Exposure to Russia’s oil and gas is negligible
Inflation is broad-based
War and rising inflation are depressing consumer confidence