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At the end of March there were 35,744, down from 85,839 just before Labour took office in June 2024.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

In a separate poll last year, 37% had a positive view of big business, down from 58% in 2012.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

The R2 Performance is still an expensive vehicle for many Americans, but it’s a step down from Rivian’s nearly $77,000 R1S.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

The cost of goods rose 1.1% in the 12 months ended in May, down from a recent peak of 1.5% last fall.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

“A little string of water, isn’t it,” I said, “that winds down from the cliffs.”

From "Nory Ryan’s Song" by Patricia Reilly Giff