'I'm trapped in a joint mortgage with my abuser'

An abuse survivor describes her ordeal as a charity calls for action to tackle financial abuse.

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'Our winter fuel payment goes into the holiday kitty'

Some pensioners say they don't need the extra cash of up to £300 - and want better means testing.

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New beanless 'coffee' emerges but does it taste any good?

Start-ups launch drinks that look and taste like coffee but they say are better for the environment.

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Titanic shipyard may run out of cash within weeks

Trade unions are calling for help to save hundreds of jobs at the historic shipbuilder Harland and & Wolff.

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Boiler maker Worcester Bosch considering job cuts

The company blames a drop in sales, the cost of living and a move towards electrification.

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'I'm trapped in a joint mortgage with my abuser'

An abuse survivor describes her ordeal as a charity calls for action to tackle financial abuse.

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Scotland's only oil refinery confirmed to close next year

Petroineos said the closure of Grangemouth was due to it being unable to compete with more modern foreign sites.

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Data centres as vital as NHS and power grid, government says

Critical national infrastructure status means they will get extra government support during emergencies.

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Adnams chairman stands down for health reasons

Jonathon Adnams, who was due to leave next year, says he is proud of the company's achievements.

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Apple told to pay Ireland €13bn in tax by EU

The European Court of Justice upheld a 2016 decision that said Apple received unlawful aid from Ireland.

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EU court rules Google must pay €2.4bn fine

Google loses its appeal against the fine, handed down for its shopping comparison service.

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GB News owner buys Spectator magazine for £100m

The right-leaning political magazine has been sold to the the hedge fund tycoon Sir Paul Marshall.

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Apple banks on AI to boost sales of new iPhone 16

The firm says its new handset has been built for artificial intelligence as it looks to regain its edge.

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How do the Post Office compensation schemes work?

More than 4,000 people caught up in the Horizon scandal are trying to obtain remuneration for their suffering.

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Google's lucrative ad tech business goes on trial

Regulators have successfully argued Google is too powerful in search - now they are coming for its ad tech.

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Asos shoppers hit out at new £3.95 returns charge

The company said it was introduced a charge for customers with a "frequently high return rate".

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Corruption review finds 'red flags' in more than 130 Covid contracts

An anti-corruption charity finds significant concerns in £15.3bn worth of contracts awarded during the pandemic.

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First-class stamp price to rise to £1.65

The company says the price rise is needed as it faces "very real and urgent" financial challenges.

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'Without emergency government fund, I wouldn't be here'

The BBC hears from those who have used the Household Support Fund, which has been extended until April 2025.

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Selena Gomez joins billionaire celebrity rich list

The celebrity joins the billionaire ranks thanks to her Rare Beauty make-up business.

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PM defends 'tough decision' over winter fuel cut

The PM says the only way to deliver change is to do "difficult things now", in his first major No 10 interview.

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Crash dummies and robot arms: How airline seats are tested

Building hi-tech airline seats has become a huge business in Northern Ireland.

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Crash dummies and robot arms: How airline seats are tested

Building hi-tech airline seats has become a huge business in Northern Ireland.

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Body Shop's remaining stores rescued from administration

The deal for the cosmetics firm appears to secure the immediate future for remaining staff.

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Telegram CEO Durov says his arrest 'misguided'

Pavel Durov has hit back at French authorities following his arrest in Paris last week.

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John Lewis brings back 'never knowingly undersold'

The U-turn comes as the High Street retailer tries to revive its fortunes and win back customers.

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US plans to block Nippon Steel takeover of US Steel - US media

The controversial move comes during a heated election year in the US.

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Alert over potentially deadly counterfeit vodka

The Food Standards Agency warns counterfeit bottles have been found to contain a dangerous substance.

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Young workers drive South Africa's video games industry

South Africa has a small but thriving video games industry, helped by plenty of young workers.

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Nine offshore wind farm projects awarded in UK auction

The green energy deals follow last year's auction when no companies bid to build offshore wind farms.

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Will Labour’s plan make train tickets cheaper?

What impact will Labour's pledge to nationalise the railways have?

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Has ticket row taken the shine off Oasis reunion?

The Gallagher brothers received backlash after ticket prices shot up as fans waited in an online queue.

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Support fund extended after winter fuel payment cut

The government makes £421m available as it continues the Household Support Fund to March next year.

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UK and EU airports are sticking with 100ml liquid rule - but why?

Air travellers who hoped the era of "tiny toiletries" was nearly over are facing fresh disappointment.

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Off-road sites could be used for Dover port queues

A Home Office minister says sites off the main road network could be a “contingency measure”.

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Will things get worse like Keir Starmer says?

The prime minister says the Autumn Budget will be "painful", so what might be in store?

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Support fund extended after winter fuel payment cut

The government makes £421m available as it continues the Household Support Fund to March next year.

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Oasis ticket sales defended after fans' fury

Fans complained they felt ripped off and frustrated after facing long online queues and surge pricing.

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Who gets 15 hours of free childcare and how do I apply?

Parents in England can now access 15 hours of free weekly childcare for children from nine months.

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Musk's X banned in Brazil after disinformation row

The social media giant says it refused to comply with a judge's order to appoint a legal representative.

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Workers' rights to four-day week could be strengthened

Employees could get greater powers to work their contracted hours over fewer days.

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The 100ml liquid rule returns for UK and EU airports

Air travellers who hoped the era of "tiny toiletries" was nearly over are facing fresh disappointment.

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Mining boss opposes staff leaving office for coffee

Managing director of Mineral Resources Chris Ellison wants to "hold staff captive all day long".

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Fuel duty cut could be scrapped, says RAC

The motoring group claims retailers not drivers have benefitted from lower tax on petrol and diesel.

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Telegram boss banned from leaving France in criminal probe

He has been placed under formal investigation as part of a probe into organised crime on the messaging app, French prosecutors say.

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Boss arrested over deadly fire at S Korea battery plant

The arrest of Aricell's chief executive follows an investigation that found multiple safety failings.

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What taxes might be raised in the Budget?

The government says taxes will have to rise to fix the public finances - but which ones could go up?

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Tanni Grey-Thompson forced to 'crawl off' train

The former Paralympian was not met at the other end of her journey by a staff member.

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Ikea trials resale website to rival eBay and Gumtree

Ikea Preowned launches in Oslo and Madrid, with a global rollout expected by the end of the year.

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Charities fear double energy price hit for pensioners

Rising energy prices and the withdrawal of financial support will hit some hard, charities say.

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Royal Mail fails to meet spring delivery targets

Royal Mail delivered less than 80% of first class post on time between April and the end of June.

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Typical household energy bill up £149 a year in October

Energy regulator Ofgem announces price changes for 27 million households in England, Wales and Scotland.

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Have supermarkets reached peak self-scan?

Supermarket are beginning to question the divisive technology after years of criticism from shoppers.

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Shein reveals child labour cases at suppliers

The Chinese fast fashion giant has been tightening scrutiny of firms that make the clothes it sells.

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Royal Mail fails to meet spring delivery targets

Royal Mail delivered less than 80% of first class post on time between April and the end of June.

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Child benefit claims rise after income rule change

The number of new claims rose in April, after a rule change on how much parents can earn and still be eligible.

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McDonald's to open 200 new restaurants in growth drive

'Drive to' sites - with a small seating area and no drive-through - will be tested as part of the offer.

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Bangladesh to raise rates, says new bank chief

Soaring prices have been a major concern for the country as its currency comes under pressure.

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Cost of public services drives up government borrowing

Borrowing hit £3.1bn last month, the highest level for July since 2021, official figures show.

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Why retail giant 7-Eleven is on a rival's shopping list

The firm is deciding whether to remain in Japanese ownership or return to its Northern American roots.

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ChatGPT firm OpenAI strikes deal with Vogue owner

The multi-year deal is the latest such agreement to be struck between OpenAI and a major media company.

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Energy prices forecast to rise by 9% in October

A forecaster says bills will rise in the run-up to winter while experts say few cheap fixed deals exist.

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The six minute train journey that became a long legal nightmare

Sarah Cook was threatened with a £500 penalty and prison for an unpaid ticket but she became a test case.

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X suspends business in Brazil over censorship row

The social media platform says its legal representative was threatened by a supreme court judge.

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Ted Baker closing last stores with 500 jobs at risk

All of the fashion brand's stores are expected to have shut by the end of Tuesday.

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Is Wizz Air's 'all you can fly' subscription too good to be true?

The budget airline's subscription has sparked excitement in some - and angered others who have suffered delays and cancellations.

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New homes and end to price-gouging: Harris sets economic goals

Vice-president Kamala Harris targets housing costs and price gouging in newly-released economic plans.

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Shops boosted by Euros and summer sales in July

Retail sales in Britain ticked up in July as the Euros football championship lifted demand.

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Tech firm apologises for 'creepy' hostess lampshade outfits

The company-branded lampshades, which obscured the women's faces, have been called "creepy" and "sexist."

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UK economy continues recovery with 0.6% growth

Strong growth in the services sector helped the UK to continue to emerge from last year's recession.

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Rayner meets businesses and unions on workers' rights

Proposals include banning zero-hours contracts and ending "fire and rehire" practices.

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Inflation rate rises for first time this year to 2.2%

The UK inflation rate has risen to 2.2%, but this was not as high as economists had forecast.

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Starbucks replaces boss after sales slump

Shares in the chain soared after the appointment of a new chief executive to try to boost sales.

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Post Office IT boss quits amid Horizon delays

Post Office tech chief Chris Brocklesby leaves after a year as Horizon IT replacement faces delays.

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Higher compensation proposed for poor water service

Water companies that miss standards should pay customers more compensation, the government proposes.

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Why Trump and Harris both say 'no tax on tips'

Under the current law, employees are required to disclose all tips over $20 per month to their employer.

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Concerns over 'dangerous gases' at closed copper mine

A legal dispute over the facility in Panama has caused new environmental fears.

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No films, no music, no sleep: Is 'raw-dogging' long flights heroic or foolish?

Some fliers are giving up in-flight entertainment and even drinking water but experts warn it could be dangerous.

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Final offer of £5.4bn for Hargreaves Lansdown takeover

Plans for the financial firm's future have been announced by the company's new owners.

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Russia airspace ban forces BA to drop key China flights

British Airways to drop flights to Beijing from October, as Russian airspace ban bites.

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Egg donors warned not to do it for the £986 cash

The compensation egg donors receive is rising, but they are being warned not to do it just for the money.

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House hunting picks up as some make offers after 20 minutes

Surveyors expect property sales to pick up in the autumn, as a survey suggests buyers make swift decisions.

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After the floods: 'A catastrophic year' on farms

Two thirds of farmers say they are losing money as extreme weather hits the harvest on UK farms.

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Musk shares faked far-right 'detainment camp' for rioters post

The image was faked to look like it had come from the Daily Telegraph website.

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Take action now over riot posts, social media firms told

The government and the media regulator have faced criticism for not intervening sooner.

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Korea tech tycoon charged in K-pop share rigging case

Internet giant Kakao's founder allegedly tried to inflate the share price of an agency he was buying.

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Inside Out 2 boosts Disney as theme parks struggle

Disney swings to a pre-tax profit, largely thanks to the highest-grossing animated film ever.

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US stock markets rise after days of turmoil

Shares in the US opened higher but markets in the UK and Europe stayed down after a cautious open.

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Government concerned by immigration lawyer 'hitlist'

The list is being shared on social media - lawyers say the threat to them is "very credible."

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What could Google monopoly ruling mean for you?

The US government says it wants 'structural relief' after a judge found the search giant broke the law.

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Why are there so many fast-food offers on?

Companies are targeting thrifty customers with low-price deals, but health experts are concerned.

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Reeves refuses to rule out capital gains tax rise

It's important to "strike the right balance" when deciding on tax policies, the chancellor says.

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UK violence will 'leave a scar' on High Streets

The chair of the Federation of Small Businesses said that damage caused would take "months" to put right.

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'Desperation' behind sharp rise in energy theft

Reports of gas and electricity theft has gone up by nearly 50%, a fuel poverty charity says.

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Football fans warned over Premier League ticket scams

Thousands of young people were tricked by football ticket scams last season, Lloyds Bank estimates.

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Rolls-Royce to give each worker £700 in shares

The reward to staff comes after the business, which makes jet engines, posted strong profits.

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Interest rates cut... but don't expect more straight away

Rates have been cut, but the message from the Bank of England is not to expect more reductions immediately.

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Fake caller app shut after thieves duped thousands

The National Crime Agency says the Russian Coms platform was used by hundreds of criminals.

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Intel axes 15,000 jobs after sales tumble

Shares in the company fall as much as 20%, contributing to a sharp fall in global stock markets.

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'Living wage means I have a life outside of work'

Northern Ireland lags behind other parts of the UK when it comes to employers paying the Real Living Wage.

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Ex-CNN star Lemon sues Musk over cancelled X show

The lawsuit alleges the multi-billionaire unfairly terminated a partnership with the celebrity presenter.

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Rolls-Royce dividend returns after profit surge

The engine-maker is reporting better than expected financial results after a major overhaul.

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Uber strikes EV deal with Chinese Tesla rival BYD

The two companies say they will offer drivers financial incentives to switch to electric cars.

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Troubled Boeing names new boss for 'next chapter'

The announcement comes as the firm is working to repair its reputation and financial woes.

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Amazon responsible for product recalls, says US

US regulators have ruled that Amazon is responsible for handling recalls of products sold on its site.

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Microsoft says cyber-attack triggered latest outage

The issues appeared to be mostly resolved by the evening, according to updates from the company.

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Wrongly convicted postmasters get new compensation scheme

Hundreds will get payouts of at least £450,000 but could qualify for more.

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Bella Hadid shocked and upset over Adidas campaign

An advertising campaign was criticised for "unintentional" connections to the 1972 Munich Olympics.

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Winter fuel payments scrapped for millions of pensioners

Rachel Reeves says there is a "black hole" in the public finances due to "unfunded" overspends by the previous government.

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Delays in food hygiene inspections a 'serious public health issue'

One in five restaurants and takeaways not inspected for more than two years, investigation finds.

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Cineworld to shut six branches as part of restructure

The cinema giant has announced six sites in the UK that it plans to close as part of a restructure.

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Labour accuse Tories of 'cover up' over public services

Environment Secretary Steve Reed says the public finances inherited by Labour are "catastrophic".

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Drivers 'ripped off' by fuel prices, warns watchdog

The Competition and Markets Authority says poor competition cost British motorists £1.6bn last year.

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John Lewis allowed to build homes for first time

The department store is pushing to build rental flats as it looks for new ways to bring in money.

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What's behind the global self-storage boom?

Rising rents, e-commerce and available property are contributing to a boom in self-storage.

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Sainsbury's sorry for 'racist slur' trouser detail

Customers pointed out that the listing used a phrase deployed by racists to avoid language filters.

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UK secures seabed land deal to boost windfarms

GB Energy to partner with the Crown Estate to push forward offshore windfarm projects

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ChatGPT reveals search feature in Google challenge

OpenAI is working on adding new search powers to its artificial intelligence (AI) bot.

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US economy picks up amid heated presidential campaign

Despite steady growth, the economy is a top concern for voters in the US presidential election.

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Shares drop in US and Asia as AI stocks slide

Tech stocks lead declines as investors reconsider rally fuelled by artificial intelligence.

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'I've lost £680 because of Carpetright collapse'

Some customers unable to get refunds as more than 200 shops shut.

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What makes an athletics track fast?

The makers of athletics tracks are tweaking their surfaces to make them faster.

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CrowdStrike to improve testing after 'bug' caused outage

The cybersecurity company's mistake caused millions of PCs not to work on Friday.

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Cyber-security firm rejects $23bn Google takeover

In an internal memo to staff, the firm's founder and chief executive said he was 'flattered'.

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CrowdStrike shares hit again as IT disruption continues

Shares in the cybersecurity firm drop a further 13% after last week's global IT outage.

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Former chancellor Zahawi mulling bid for the Telegraph

The former Conservative chancellor is thought to be seeking financial backing to fund a bid.

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Reeves hints at above-inflation public sector pay rise

The chancellor says not settling the matter quickly would incur other costs to the wider economy.

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Why Nigerians are praying for the success of a new oil refinery

A vast new oil refinery in Nigeria is aiming to reduce the price of petrol in the country.

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What will future aerial dogfights look like?

AI with dogfighting ability is being developed by the UK and US air forces.

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How a single IT update caused global havoc

Friday's IT outage is a poignant reminder of how reliant the world has become on devices managed remotely by huge firms.

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Bridgerton and Baby Reindeer drive Netflix sign-ups

Netflix added more than 8 million subscriptions in the quarter, nearly double analyst expectations.

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'I'm owed £10,870 for liposuction': What went wrong at SK:N?

Customers tell the BBC they have no idea if they will be refunded for treatments they paid for in advance.

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Pound hits highest level against dollar for a year

Pound highest against dollar in a year as investors bet on UK rates staying higher for longer.

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China tycoon Guo convicted in US over $1bn scam

Prosecutors said cash raised from businessman's online followers was used to fund his lavish lifestyle.

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Interest rates could stay higher for longer, warns IMF

Inflation is proving persistent in some countries, the fund says, making it trickier for rates to be cut.

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She's made her opening gambit. What's the chancellor's long game?

Once a junior chess champion, now Rachel Reeves runs the UK economy. Faisal Islam looks at her strategy.

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Is Brazil's Brics-building worth it?

The Brazilian president sees the Brics as a way to remake the world - but it is dominated by China.

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Unilever to slash a third of European workforce

The biggest job cuts at the company for decades are part of an effort to revive growth.

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‘We won’t run out of beer’: Pubs prep for Euro final

A surge in beer, burger, and pizza sales is expected ahead of England's match with Spain on Sunday.

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EU says X’s blue tick accounts deceive users

The EU says the way the social media site designs and operates blue tick accounts "deceives" users.

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Why both businesses and scammers love India's payment system

Fast and free, India's UPI payments system has been a big success, but has attracted scammers.

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Dover port warns of up to two-hour waits at peak times

New EU border checks and travel for the Olympics will increase congestion at the UK's busiest port.

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Row over rise in water bills as firms say it's not enough

Water firms have hit out at bill rises of £94 over the next five years after wanting bigger hikes.

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Water bills: How much will I have to pay?

The regulator sets price limits for England and Wales, but water bills vary across the country.

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Thousands could make claims after BA flight delay ruling

The ruling against British Airways has the potential to affect thousands of airline claims every year.

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Archegos founder Bill Hwang convicted of fraud

The collapse of Archegos Capital Management caused billions of dollars in losses for several big banks.

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How are the non-dom rules changing?

The non-domicile rules let some UK residents limit the tax paid on earnings outside the country.

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Energy boss backs lower bills for those near wind farms

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George Thomson tells an inquiry that Horizon is "robust", provoking anger from sub-postmasters.

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It is the first time in 40 years that UK steel workers have taken strike action.

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The firm told a man it was sending his details to a debt collector over an incorrect £2,500 bill.

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The government will recover almost all the cost of temporarily nationalising Bulb in 2021.

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The Bank of England keeps borrowing costs unchanged, but hints it could cut rates later in the summer.

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Former sub-postmasters react angrily as the company launches an urgent investigation into breach.

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The allegation from US regulators adds to the growing pressure faced by the social media firm.

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Independent investigator says Post Office tried to obstruct probe into IT flaws.

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Air regulators are investigating new issues with Boeing planes.

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US employers added 272,000 jobs in May which was far higher than economists expected.

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Indian stocks fall as it looks less likely that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's party will be able to form a majority government.

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EU ambassadors have agreed in principle to use the profits from frozen Russian assets to help Ukraine.

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Boeing told US regulators it might not have properly inspected its 787 Dreamliner jets.

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Qantas agrees payouts over 'ghost flights'

Qantas agrees to pay millions to settle lawsuit accusing it of selling tickets to cancelled flights.

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Events this week show that Brexit will keep rearing its head, writes economics editor John Campbell.

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Traders suffer a case of déjà-vu as any savings are wiped out with a new currency called the Zig.

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Sutton and East Surrey Water has about 845,000 customers across the South East and London.

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Ex-Post Office lawyer Jarnail Singh denies cover up

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A former top lawyer at the postal group admitted its security team to an "adversarial" approach

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The CEO of what will be the UK's biggest electric car battery plant says he's 'up for the challenge'.

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MP claims a garage door parts company is getting round import bans imposed after Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

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Meta faces EU probe over Russian disinformation

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The Horizon scandal inquiry reveals details of the biggest miscarriage of justice in UK legal history.

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Train drivers are staging strikes and an overtime ban around the May Bank Holiday.

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It's hoped giant device will be able to print homes, bridges, boats and wind turbines.

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China is Tesla's second-biggest market but the company has not enabled autonomous driving in the country.

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The video sharing app faces being banned in the US unless it severs ties with its China's ByteDance.

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The world's largest economy grew less than expected but rising inflation may delay a rate cut.

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Tata's chief executive says plans to keep one blast furnace open in Port Talbot are not viable.

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John Barnes Media Ltd failed to pay £190,000 in taxes despite a turnover of over £400,000.

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Petrol prices on UK forecourts hit 150p a litre

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Three-year-olds groomed online, charity warns

IWF says many were likely filmed remotely while using phones or other handheld devices at home.

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Post Office inquiry hears from former in-house lawyer

Susan Crichton was part of the Post Office's legal team until 2013, as the Horizon IT scandal developed.

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Grindr sued for allegedly revealing users' HIV status

The LGBTQ+ dating app is being sued in a class action lawsuit over allegedly misusing users' data.

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Just 1,500 out of 150,000 people have received redress after the force-fitting of prepayment meters.

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Click reporter Paul Carter has a go at playing Minecraft with his eyes.

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An EU-developed app to ease predicted queues under a new border system will not be ready in time, says Eurostar boss.

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Emirates airline has apologised for the disruption, saying its response was far from "perfect".

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Higher prices put off shoppers as sales volumes overall stagnate in March.

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Netflix profits soar after password crackdown

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UK inflation falls as some food prices drop

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EasyJet suspends flights to Israel until October

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EasyJet has suspended planes travelling to Tel Aviv until 21 April following Tehran's attack.

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The former Post Office boss has been accused of giving a false statement about postmaster cases to a minister.

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M25 reopens eight hours ahead of schedule

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What a $1 deal says about America's office market

The US is facing an office property "apocalypse", which is creating worries around the world.

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Mike Ashley's retail group says the designer brand platform it bought in December is losing too much money.

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New BP boss gets £8m pay packet in 2023

The new boss of BP was paid a little over £8m last year, the company revealed on Friday.

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As the fashion industry grapples with the rise of AI, one model has created an AI twin of herself.

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Bill that could ban TikTok approved by US House panel

The proposed law would prohibit apps controlled by "foreign adversaries". TikTok has urged users to protest.

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Weekend delays warning as part of M25 to be closed

People using this part of the road network should only travel if necessary, National Highways says.

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Ban on FKA twigs Calvin Klein ad partially lifted

The ruling in January caused controversy, with the singer calling the ban "double standards".

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N Korea hacked S Korea chip firms, Seoul says

South Korea's spy agency says Pyongyang is trying to produce its own semiconductors for weapons.

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Elon Musk sued over $128m unpaid severance at Twitter

Four former Twitter leaders accuse Elon Musk of flouting the law and not paying Twitter's debts.

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An economy in recession and high borrowing costs mean there will not be a bumper election giveaway.

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Nissan accused of dumping its electric car pioneers

Owners of older vehicles tell the BBC of their anger that their cars' apps will stop working.

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Ex-mining towns falling further behind - charity

A BBC poll finds 73% of people in coalfield communities have seen little progress on levelling up.

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Warning cost of living fund closure 'catastrophic'

Hundreds of thousands of families have had help through the government's Household Support Fund.

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The chancellor tells the BBC he hopes to show a path towards lower taxes in Wednesday's Budget.

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How big banks are becoming 'Bitcoin whales'

There will only ever be 21 million bitcoins, and US financial giants are buying up thousands.

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All you need to know about Friday's train strikes

LNER and Northern train drivers, plus London Overground staff, are all set to stage walkouts.

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Chancellor Jeremy Hunt will set out the government's tax and spending plans in the spring Budget.

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Catalonia's farmers demand more help over drought

As Spain continues to be blighted by a lack of rain, farmers want more government assistance.

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Disney plans $8.5bn merger for ailing India unit

It is combining forces with Reliance Industries, owned by Mukesh Ambani - Asia's richest man.

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What is Bitcoin? Key cryptocurrency terms and what they mean

As Bitcoin's price makes headlines once more, here's a look at some key crypto terms and their meanings.

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Thames Water told to find extra cash itself

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PlayStation to axe 900 jobs and close London studio

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More music leaving TikTok over Universal Music row

At first artists signed to the label were removed, but now writers are being taken off the platform.

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Marks & Spencer raises pay in battle for supermarket staff

About 40,000 M&S staff will see their wages increase by more than 10% from April.

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Ministers consider new vaping tax at Budget next week

Ministers fear that the relatively cheap cost of vaping makes it more accessible for young people.

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US challenges Kroger Albertsons deal warning of higher prices

The Federal Trade Commission says combining Kroger and Albertsons would be bad for American shoppers.

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Boeing review finds 'disconnect' on safety

A report ordered by the government finds "gaps in Boeing's safety journey".

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Post Office victims' compensation payouts to be sped up

Legislation aimed at clearing wrongly convicted sub-postmasters is also expected to be brought forward.

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Lord Jacob Rothschild: Financier dies aged 87

In a statement on Monday, his family called Lord Rothschild "a towering presence in many peoples' lives".

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Why some cyber-attacks hit harder than others

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Red Sea attacks delaying goods and pushing up costs, firms say

Houthi attacks are increasing costs and causing delays, the British Chambers of Commerce says.

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Post Office hires ex-police to check its investigators in Horizon scandal

The Post Office says the team will look into allegations that have emerged during a public inquiry.

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Chancellor Jeremy Hunt will set out the government's tax and spending plans in the spring Budget.

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Ex-Post Office boss Paula Vennells stripped of CBE

The former chief executive has forfeited the honour following the Horizon IT scandal.

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Serco ordered to stop scanning leisure staff faces

The data watchdog orders Serco Leisure to stop using facial recognition technology on its employees.

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Husband 'made millions' by eavesdropping on BP wife

The spouse of a BP deal manager allegedly picked up details of a takeover while they both worked from home.

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Reddit moves forward with share listing plan

The filing offers a glimpse of the company's efforts to turn online popularity into profit.

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Post Office victims set to be cleared under new law

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Vauxhall to build electric vans at Luton plant from 2025

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Don't dry your iPhone in a bag of rice, says Apple

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BT Tower: 'Iconic' landmark to be turned into a hotel after £275m sale

The well-known tower, which once dominated London's skyline, has been sold for £275m.

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Henry Staunton: Ex-Post Office chair escalates compensation row

Henry Staunton has released a note of a call with a senior official, amid a row over Horizon payouts.

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UK recession may already be over, says Bank of England boss

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Tesco introduces Clubcard unit pricing after criticism

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Drone rules may change to allow medical deliveries

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MPs want to question Henry Staunton on allegations he was told by an official to "stall" compensation.

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Stats watchdog criticises Treasury tax cut claims

Two Treasury ministers, Laura Trott and Bim Afolami, have been criticised over recent claims on tax cuts.

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New controls on holiday lets to be introduced

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The figures mark some rare good news for the world's second-largest economy.

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Claims by the ex-Post Office chairman that he was asked to delay compensation to help the government are denied.

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The ex-president promoted gold-coloured shoes priced at $399 at a sneaker convention in Philadelphia.

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