Gold and silver suffered their worst trading days for decades on Friday and were down heavily again on Monday.

Housing market activity is likely to recover in the coming quarters, especially if an improving affordability trend is maintained, Nationwide said.

The move follows a backlash from performers and legislators over his proposed changes to the centre bearing the name of John F Kennedy.

Angela Rayner resigned as deputy prime minister and deputy Labour leader after it emerged she failed to pay the right tax on a flat purchase.