Oct 15, 2026
How much is the minimum wage?
What are the National Minimum Wage and the National Living Wage, and how much are they worth?
Oct 15, 2026
UK’s resilient entrepreneurs prove growth is possible in the gloom
Country’s fastest-growing companies have overcome challenges but face Budget uncertainty
Oct 15, 2026
Healey says surprise UK growth is 'sign of resilience' ahead of Budget
The uptick helped the economy grow by 0.7% over the three months to August, official figures show.
Oct 15, 2026
Nandy 'minded to intervene' in Sky's £1.6bn takeover of ITV entertainment arm
The culture secretary says the deal could affect free expression in the media and the variety of Britain's news landscape.
Oct 15, 2026
Trans people should use hospital spaces according to biological sex, NHS...
New guidance says trans patients should be cared for on single-sex hospital wards or bays that align with their biological sex.
Oct 15, 2026
Banks say Healey is planning Budget tax raid on their profits
Senior banking executives have told the BBC they expect to be "on the menu" in a Budget tax raid later this month.
Oct 15, 2026
Healey signals tax raid on banks in UK Budget
Chancellor points to looming ‘decisions’ as financial services sector braces for higher levies
Oct 15, 2026
Bankers and advisers set for £334mn easyJet payout
Fees make Apollo’s £5.7bn takeover of airline one of the City’s most lucrative acquisitions this year
Oct 14, 2026
Hundreds of Royal Mail staff quitting each week under new efficiency plans
The CWU says more posties are leaving since a new delivery system was brought in, that it claims is not working in hundreds of offices.
Oct 14, 2026
Faisal Islam: What surprise praise for UK economy tells us about the Budget
On three occasions in the past 24 hours, top IMF officials have praised UK plans to reduce its annual levels of borrowing.
Oct 14, 2026
Netflix to shed 1,000 jobs in steepest cuts since 2022
The streaming giant had a slowdown in subscriptions.
Oct 14, 2026
Home of London’s oldest restaurant, Rules, given to National Trust
Covent Garden building bequeathed to heritage charity to ensure 228-year institution remains ‘part of city’s cultural life’
Oct 13, 2026
UK growth forecast upgraded but higher energy prices to hit economy next year
The IMF report comes as final preparations are being made to the first Budget under Prime Minister Andy Burham.
Oct 13, 2026
How BT’s TalkTalk swoop left broadband rivals fuming
Rescue deal will boost BT’s market leadership at a time when regulators are trying to encourage competition
Oct 13, 2026
BP to set out new strategy after windfall year
UK oil major will announce plans in December after hitting current debt targets
Oct 13, 2026
Premier Inn owner urges investors to resist pressure from activist hedge fund
Whitbread asks shareholders to reject Corvex Management’s demand for board seat
Oct 13, 2026
Poundland in rescue talks as owners seek buyer
The leadership team is attempting a buyout, but a union has warned the retailer could fall into administration instead.
Oct 13, 2026
How BT’s TalkTalk swoop left broadband rivals fuming
Rescue deal will boost BT’s market leadership at a time when regulators are trying to encourage competition
Oct 13, 2026
BA flight forced to turn back over cracked window
British Airways said the plane landed safely at Gatwick and passengers were due to resume their journey.
Oct 13, 2026
NI company in talks to save Poundland from administration
Poundland says Martin Property Group from Londonderry is the management team's "preferred partner"
Oct 12, 2026
Healey faces £35bn Budget challenge to meet spending pledges, says think tank
The impact of the Iran war poses significant risks for the government’s spending plans, the Institute for Fiscal Studies says.
Oct 12, 2026
AI is less regulated than milk, says Microsoft president
Brad Smith calls for global rules on AI, and says the UK is in the "best position" to lead the charge.
Oct 12, 2026
Burnham to step up UK business outreach amid fears of Budget tax rises
Prime minister and chancellor to meet chief executives and lobby groups after complaints about lack of detail on plans for economy
Oct 12, 2026
ITV’s Carolyn McCall: ‘I’ve never felt the queen of anything’
Former easyJet boss eyes future chair role as she says running the UK broadcaster has been harder and longer than expected
Oct 12, 2026
ITV’s Carolyn McCall: ‘I’ve never felt the queen of anything’
Former easyJet boss eyes future chair role as she says running the UK broadcaster has been harder than expected
Oct 12, 2026
HMV to close Oxford Street store after three years
HMV says it is looking for a new site in London's West End, but its current site is "unviable".
Oct 12, 2026
Private equity puts string of UK high street names up for sale
Owners of PizzaExpress, Morrisons and Third Space seeking exits as buyout groups cool on sector
Oct 11, 2026
Energy secretary pushes Healey for more Budget support on rising bills
Miatta Fahnbulleh argues help for households should go beyond the most vulnerable ahead of a New Year price rise
Oct 10, 2026
Boots has a new owner: Three ways it could affect you
The stalwart of Britain's High Street has been sold to a Canadian billionaire family. What will that mean for you?
Oct 10, 2026
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