Check out our round-up of the latest business and finance news and opinion. 

Savings rates still falling say UK banks

UK consumers are saving less with lowest growth rate for eight years.

UK records first July surplus since 2002 thanks to bumper tax receipts

Tax payments from self-employed workers help push UK public finances into the black.

UK is briefly in the black – but fixing the public finances will take time

The Guardian’s Larry Elliott gives his opinion on the Government’s tax surplus.

Apprenticeships compete closely with university for 2017 leavers

Recent ICAEW survey explores the appeal of school leaver schemes and apprenticeships versus getting a degree.

Rethinking Value in Consulting: What distinguishes top performing consulting firms from the rest?

The MCA takes a look at their recent award winners to discern what sets them apart from their competitors. Great for interview preparation.