Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news, as Liberal Democrats called for emergency mortgage protection fund

Good morning, and welcome to our rolling coverage of business, the financial markets and the world economy.

UK mortgage rates are heading towards 6% as the squeeze on borrowers tightens – prompting calls for the government to provide emergency help.

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