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Experts predict a baptism of fire for GBR in 2027, with likely issues ranging from clapped-out trains and track to extreme weather-related stressThe glad tidings brought by the minister were that the...
The company has lost 182,000 broadband and 644,000 mobile customers in two years and is operating in an increasingly competitive market competitionMike Fries may be totting up swingeing job cuts, a £...
Many experts think fixed rate on 30-month term will still look good after Bank of England raised base rateA savings account paying “market-leading” 5.3% interest was launched this week by Nationwide b...
Asian and European markets follow US tech rout with many analysts predicting more waves of selling to comeEuropean and Asian stock markets fell sharply on Friday after the Democrats’ decisive victory...
Tim Heavisides recalls his fondness for the historic fashion firm and his enduring attachment to a black jumperRe your report (Fashion and tradition: how John Smedley is innovating in a tough market,...
Freshways lowers price paid to producers by 7p a litre, prompting warnings confidence in the sector is ‘at rock bottom’“Milk is leaving the farm at a loss,” says dairy farmer Ian Harvey, as he warns c...
RMT union calls eight 24-hour strikes on London Underground in opposition to plans for four-day weekTube train drivers in the RMT union have called eight 24-hour strikes running over 16 days – includi...
October drop of 0.6% leaves average price of property at £296,285, says Lloyds, as high mortgage rates hit marketUK house prices fell at the steepest rate in more than three years in October, marking...
Bosses from Great Britain’s biggest energy companies called to meeting as part of government’s debt relief planAn energy minister has told the bosses of Great Britain’s biggest energy suppliers to do...
Base rate increases from 3.75% and Bank governor signals another rise in near future to combat rising inflationAnalysis: Interest rate rise in midst of cost of living crisis will leave many incredulou...
Ten-year high shows sterling’s strength against other currencies following fall of dollar after US midterm electionsBusiness live – latest updatesThe pound has hit its highest level since its crash af...
Telecoms group reports £1.1bn pre-tax profit in six months to end of September and share price touches five-year highBusiness live – latest updatesBT has cut almost 8,000 jobs since the end of March a...
First rate rise for more than three years leaves millions facing rise in mortgage paymentsBank of England raises interest rates to 4%Business live – latest updatesThe Bank of England has hiked interes...
Bank’s decision goes contrary to analysis from Office for Budget Responsibility that predicts lower inflation and little impetus for wage growthBank of England raises interest rates to 4%Business live...
With parts of region served by company in severe drought still, regulators give it six weeks to come up with action planRepeated failures by South West Water to tackle leaks are putting customers at h...
Gordon Brothers still in ‘active discussions’ with interested parties and seeking to ‘protect as many jobs as possible’The US owner of Poundland has said the high street chain remains “challenged and...
Delivering net zero also at risk, say MPs as they call for centralised policy and funding for mines and diversification The UK is “dangerously” dependent on China for critical raw materials needed for...
‘I think people want to see the world coming together and focusing on the things that matter to people,’ PM saysLouise Haigh starts by saying she is standing in for Andy Burnham.She says this weekend...
Deputy director general Rhodri Talfan Davies meets staff group after case of Lucie Kon prompted calls for inquiryThe BBC has attempted to reassure Jewish staff that discrimination against them will no...
The cost of checking your coat or bag is galloping ahead of other – also rising – prices at venues. We explain the surprisingly complex reasons whyNot long ago, it cost just £2 to put a coat or a heav...