Planned reform to child benefit scrapped

A planned move to a system where claims are based on household income, rather than an individual's, will not go ahead.

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Will mortgage rates fall? Your Budget questions answered

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced a raft of changes to taxes and spending in the Budget.

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Russia fines Google more money than there is in entire world

The mind-boggling figure has been levied due to the company restricting Russian state media on YouTube.

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'This catastrophic Budget will mean higher pub prices'

Hiking the amount employers pay in National Insurance, coupled with other cost rises, has sparked fury from businesses.

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What is NI and how much do workers and employers pay?

The government has announced an increase in the amount of National Insurance (NI) paid by employers.

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Starbucks drops olive oil coffees as it shakes up menu

The announcement comes less than a week after the company reported falling global sales.

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Budget: 'I can't afford to leave home on £1,500 a month'

People tell the BBC how much they earn and what they want from the Budget.

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Adidas ends 'fight' with Kanye West over antisemitism

The two collaborated on the Yeezy collection but cut ties due to the rapper's controversial comments.

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Bus fares to rise to £3 in England under new cap

The new limit replaces the existing £2 cap but some have criticised the decision.

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What is a 'working person', according to Labour

The government has promised not to raise taxes on "working people" in this Wednesday's Budget.

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McDonald's Quarter Pounder back after E. coli outbreak

The fast food giant said beef patty samples had tested negative for the bacteria.

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What is a 'working person', according to Labour

The government has promised not to raise taxes on "working people" in this Wednesday's Budget.

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No new freeports in Budget after 'comms cock-up'

The government mistakenly briefed that five new low-tax sites would be announced this week.

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Bus fares to rise to £3 in England under new cap

The new limit replaces the existing £2 cap but some have criticised the decision.

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'I can't run a business like this': Why the WordPress row matters

WordPress's tools are used by 40% of the world's websites, making this a spat with big consequences.

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No new freeports in Budget after 'comms cock-up'

The government mistakenly briefed that five new low-tax sites would be announced this week.

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No tax rises in payslips for 'working people', vows minister

Bridget Phillipson refused to say if a small business owner was a "working person" in an interview with the BBC, ahead of Wednesday's Budget.

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Microsoft boss gets 63% pay rise despite asking for reduction

Satya Nadella asked for a reduction because of cyber attacks the firm suffered - but still saw his earnings increase massively.

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The water industry is in crisis. Can it be fixed?

Simon Jack asks what reform of the troubled sector could mean for customers and their bills.

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Pub closure warning: Many landlords only make 12p a pint

The boss of Britain's biggest pubs group urges the chancellor to extend business rates relief.

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What we know about the McDonald's E. coli outbreak

Health officials are hunting for the source of 49 cases of e-coli poisoning, which includes one death.

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'Sorry' water boss has plan to end sewage spillages

Water UK chief apologises for the industry's performance as the sector faces a "root and branch" review.

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Budget deals struck with all departments, says Reeves

Despite reports of internal rifts all government departments have agreed spending settlements, Reeves says.

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Boeing-made satellite breaks up in space

The "total loss" of the communications satellite has affected Intelsat customers around the world.

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UK borrowing rises ahead of Budget

Official data shows borrowing - the difference between spending and tax take - reached £16.6bn last month.

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Blade Runner 2049 maker sues Musk over robotaxi images

Alcon Entertainment says it denied a request to use material from the film at the Tesla cybercab event.

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Harrods in the process of settling over 250 claims against Al Fayed

The store says the women alleging sexual misconduct against Mohamed Al Fayed came forward after a BBC documentary aired.

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Ministers explore handing Post Office to sub-postmasters

The proposal is in its early stages and is one of many under consideration, sources told the BBC.

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Who has to pay inheritance tax?

Inheritance tax is again creating political debate so how does it work and who pays?

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Debt rule to change to fund major projects

Government claims the move contrasts with former PM Liz Truss's controversial mini-Budget.

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Alleged Bitcoin hacker searched 'signs the FBI is after you'

A man from Georgia is alleged to be part of a group which hacked the US regulator's X account.

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China's economic slowdown deepens

Gross domestic product rose by 4.6% on a yearly basis, below Beijing's "around 5%" annual target.

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Meta fires staff for buying toothpaste, not lunch

Meta workers reportedly used vouchers that should have been spent on meals to buy household goods.

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Mental health patients could get job coach visits

Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall says trials of the idea have produced "dramatic results".

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Inside the £70k ‘mafia-style’ champagne shoplifting gang

A crime gang has stolen more than £70,000 of goods from UK supermarkets in 18 months, the BBC hears.

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London Tube drivers to strike over pay

London Underground drivers are set to strike on two days in November in a dispute over pay.

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Boeing seeks up to $35bn as costly strike drags on

The firm aims to secure the new funding as a walkout by more than 30,000 workers enters its second month.

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National Insurance fears spark business backlash

The government is facing criticism by businesses over a potential tax rise that would fall on employers.

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What is NI and how much do workers and employers pay?

Two National Insurance cuts came info effect in 2024, but many people are still paying more in tax.

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Warning National Insurance rise could hit jobs

The government is facing criticism by businesses over a tax rise that would fall on employers.

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American equal pay icon Lilly Ledbetter dies aged 86

Alabama woman's case led to law, signed by Barack Obama, that gave Americans more rights to sue for pay discrimination.

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Budget rule change could mean more money to build hospitals

Here is how the chancellor could choose to tweak the government's borrowing rules to free up more cash.

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Post Office scandal: Five things we learned from the boss

The quizzing of Post Office chief executive Nick Read this week produced some key revelations.

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Fines and convictions for minor mistakes - how rail tickets confuse passengers

Complex rules leave many customers feeling caught out and annoyed they aren't made clearer by rail companies.

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Port plan to go ahead after row over minister's comments

A £1bn investment will take place, despite a row with the owner of P&O Ferries, says the business secretary.

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Meet the team paid to break into top-secret bases

Hear from the team who test security by breaking into secure facilities.

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How a Budget rule change could mean fewer tax rises

Here is how the chancellor could choose to tweak the government's borrowing rules to free up more cash.

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P&O owner to attend summit despite row over minister's comments

It had been feared they might pull out after Transport Secretary Louise Haigh criticised the ferry firm and urged consumers to boycott the company.

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How China’s crackdown turned finance high-flyers into ‘rats’

Chinese authorities have been cracking down on businesses from real estate to technology to finance.

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Talks over £1bn UK port expansion ongoing after row

Reports have suggested the plan is at risk after comments made by Transport Secretary Louise Haigh.

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China detains iPhone maker workers in 'strange' case

The Taiwanese government suggested the detentions may be a case of "abuse of power" by Chinese police.

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Starbucks, Tetley, Jaguar Land Rover: Remembering Ratan Tata's global ambitions

The former Tata boss's audacious risk-taking saw his firm swallow up a host of iconic foreign brands.

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Indian tycoon Ratan Tata dies aged 86

His death was announced by the Tata Group, the multi-billion-dollar conglomerate he led for more than two decades.

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eBay to ban private e-bike sales over fire fears

The platform will clamp down on the sale of e-bikes and e-bike batteries in the UK from 31 October.

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Brazil lifts ban on Musk's X after it pays $5m fine

The country's Supreme Court made the order after the platform also blocked certain accounts.

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China stock rally fizzles as stimulus news disappoints

Shares fell back after a news conference by economic planners gave little in the way of details.

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How worried should I be about rising oil prices?

As the conflict across the Middle East widens, rising oil prices are being closely watched.

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Customers of failed crypto firm FTX set for refunds

The agreement will put an end to a saga that started when the firm went bankrupt in November 2022.

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Will NI get new electricity link from Scotland?

A decision on a new electricity link between Scotland and NI is expected later this month.

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TGI Fridays rescue deal saves over 2,000 UK jobs

Despite the deal, more 1,000 staff will be made redundant, with more than 30 restaurants closing.

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Firms urge mayor to rethink congestion charge plan

Ocado and the AA are among those to sign a letter, calling for the exemption to be kept for electric vans.

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Food rating lies exposed by BBC secret recording

A BBC investigation has exposed widespread deception in food hygiene ratings across east London.

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Surprise surge in new US jobs in September

The jump in hiring will ease fears of a downturn but raises questions over the path for interest rates.

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A 'painful' Autumn statement and a 'bright' Irish budget

With Ireland announcing a "hopeful" budget, the contrast with the looming UK budget is stark.

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'Botched insulation means mushrooms grow on my walls'

MPs and Citizens Advice urge the government to address regulation of the sector.

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US dockworkers suspend ports strike until January

The walkout threatened to plunge the holiday shopping season into turmoil and become an issue in next month's presidential election.

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Faisal Islam: Oil price rise comes at a critical point

Any extended rise raises the possibility of higher petrol prices and gas and electricity bills.

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Faisal Islam: Oil price rise comes at a critical point

Any extended rise in energy prices raises the possibility of higher petrol prices and energy bills.

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Toyota delays US electric car plans as sales slow

The Japanese car maker has become the latest industry giant to scale back its EV plans.

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OpenAI value surges to $157bn in funding deal

The deal makes the ChatGPT-maker one of the most valuable start-ups in the world.

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Workers must keep all customer tips under new law

Bosses must pass on all tips and service charges to staff under new employment rules.

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Sperm donor cash rises by £10 as UK faces shortage

The £10 rise comes into effect in England, Wales and Northern Ireland from 1 October.

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How does the energy price cap work?

Typical gas and electricity prices are rising by 10% in England, Scotland and Wales on 1 October.

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Post Office minister 'horrified' at more IT faults

A report says it is likely that Capture, which preceded the Horizon system, also caused shortfalls.

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