When is the Budget and what might be in it?

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is considering both tax rises and spending cuts in the 26 November Budget.

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Moved house? You may have unclaimed energy credit

People who've moved house in the last five years are being encouraged to contact their old energy suppliers in case they have outstanding credit.

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Tech giants are spending big on AI in rush to dominate the boom

Earnings reports from Meta, Alphabet and Microsoft reaffirm that giants are ramping up their spending on artificial intelligence, as they rush to reap the benefits of an AI boom.

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Who are the workers who will fire Scotland's space industry?

It is hoped the number of employees in Scotland's space industry will rocket to 20,000 in the next 10 years.

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US and China's different reports of their trade meeting

Donald Trump says the US can sign a trade deal with China "pretty soon" following talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping in South Korea

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Food bank director warns of rising need

Corrine Boden says she has seen a shift to people who are in work needing foodbank services.

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Headlights to be reviewed after drivers complain of being 'blinded' at night

Concern over the glare from brighter headlamps is prompting the government to review vehicle design.

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Renters' Rights Act: Here's what it means for you

The biggest shake up to renting rules in England for 30 years will affect millions of tenants.

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When is the Budget and what might be in it?

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is considering both tax rises and spending cuts in the 26 November Budget.

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How much gas and electricity does a typical household use?

Typical gas and electricity bills will rise slightly in October when a new energy price cap begins.

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Tax rises could push food prices higher, warn supermarkets

The bosses of the UK's largest supermarkets warn the chancellor against imposing higher taxes on the industry.

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Reeves should not cut cash ISA allowance, MPs say

The Chancellor is reportedly trying to revive plans to cut the tax-free limit for Cash ISAs.

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Trump raises tariffs on Canadian goods over Reagan advert

Saying that airing the advert was a hostile act, Trump announces an additional 10% on top of his existing levies.

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Representation to red flags: The fall and future of Manchester Pride

One of the UK's biggest LGBTQ+ events has gone bust - how did it happen, and what now for the staff, performers and community?

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The best time to turn on the heating – according to you

Some wait until a certain date to reach for the thermostat. Others until the temperature drops below a certain point.

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The Briefing Room

Could an AI bubble or so-called ‘shadow banking’ threaten the global economy?

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Thousands march in Edinburgh calling for poverty action

The Scotland Demands Better demonstration was organised by trade unions and charities.

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JLR cyber-attack caused UK car production to hit 70-year low for September

It is the lowest number of cars made in any September in the UK since 1952, including the pandemic.

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No digital ID checks until you change jobs, says No 10

The government plans to introduce the scheme for workers by the end of parliament in 2028.

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What the UK inflation figures actually mean for you

Prices in the UK rose by 3.8% in the year to September, matching the rate recorded in July and August.

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Amazon unveils prototype AI smart glasses for its delivery drivers

The tech giant also announced a new robotic arm and an AI tool to improve efficiency at its warehouses.

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How much are minimum wage rates worth?

Three and a half million low-paid workers across the UK benefit from minimum wage rates.

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How to stay safe during a storm and what to do in a power cut

The rain and high winds experienced during stormy weather can damage homes and cause power outages.

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What are the National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage and how much are they worth?

Three and a half million low-paid workers across the UK benefit from minimum wage rates.

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Pizza Hut to close 68 UK restaurants

The move will lead to more than 1,200 redundancies, but 64 other restaurants will be saved.

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China will soon have a new Five Year Plan. Here's how they have changed the world so far

Beijing's leaders are deciding on a blueprint that sets China's economic goals for the next decade.

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Pizza Hut to close 68 UK restaurants

The move will lead to more than 1,200 redundancies, but 64 other restaurants will be saved.

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Ed Miliband hints at cut to VAT on energy bills

The energy secretary says the government needs to address the "cost-of-living crisis" facing the country.

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Charity starts 'new chapter' with larger premises

The Droitwich Community Pantry and Fridge aims to tackle food waste and assist families in need.

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Fears over US banks cause stock market jitters

Problems at two US regional banks have made investors nervous and triggered a sell-off in shares.

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Cafes and food delivery apps are our new rivals, says Greene King boss

Young adults are drinking less, so the likes of Nick Mackenzie are having to expand the appeal of pubs.

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China has found Trump's pain point - rare earths

China holds a near-monopoly in the processing of the elements crucial for making everything from smartphones to fighter jets.

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How to make money from your bank in time for Christmas

Martin Lewis explains how you can get up to £400 of free cash - by switching bank accounts.

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Bankers to get bonuses faster under rule change

The change is a relaxation of rules that were brought in after the 2008 financial crash.

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Baroness Mone-linked PPE firm misses deadline to pay £122m

PPE Medpro was ordered to repay damages by 16:00 BST on Wednesday after breaching a Covid-19 contract.

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When is the Budget and what might be in it?

Chancellor Rachel Reeves will set out her economic plans in her second Budget on 26 November.

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Wage growth slows slightly over summer

Annual growth in employees' average earnings was 4.7% in the three months to August.

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Vodafone says outage affecting thousands of customers resolved

Vodafone said its Monday outage, which knocked broadband and mobile data users offline for several hours, was caused by a "non-malicious software issue".

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Why is UK inflation still rising?

UK Inflation has fallen from record highs but remains above the Bank of England's 2% target.

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Click Energy announces first electricity rise in over three years

The firm said it would result in the typical annual domestic electricity bill rising by about £39.60.

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Mortgage rates creep back up as lenders show caution

Average mortgage rates have increased month-on-month for the first time since February, says Moneyfacts.

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The Inquiry

Trump is embracing crypto, but is he building a new kind of American economy?

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Don't force drivers to use parking apps, says RAC

A survey suggests three-quarters of drivers had issues with parking apps.

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OpenAI video app Sora hits 1 million downloads faster than ChatGPT

The popular AI tool generates ten second long realistic-looking videos from simple text prompts.

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Good Bad Billionaire

How Tatyana Kim went from English teacher to head of Russian’s largest online retailer

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Thousands more university jobs cut as financial crisis deepens

University workers will vote on national strike action this month over a 1.4% pay offer made in the summer.

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What are National Insurance and income tax and what could change in the Budget?

Some experts think the government may break its promise not to increase income tax, NI or VAT for working people.

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Five ways abolishing stamp duty could change the housing market

Kemi Badenoch says a future Conservative government would scrap stamp duty, but what might the impact be?

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Musk settles former Twitter executives' suit over unpaid severance

Elon Musk has agreed to settle a $128m lawsuit brought by four former top executives over unpaid severance.

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Food firms scramble to meet the high-protein craze

The dairy industry rallies and start-ups emerge thanks to the fashion for high-protein foods.

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Have you been mis-sold car finance? Here's what to do

Millions of people can now claim back around £700 after being mis-sold car finance between 2007 and 2024.

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US shutdown to continue after funding measures fail again in Senate

This was the fifth time that Republicans and Democrats brought their funding measures up for a vote.

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Aston Martin warns of losses amid US tariffs

The luxury car manufacturer saw shares tumble 11% at one point on Monday after its announcement.

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Business Daily

What happens when a controlling partner takes over your income and spending?

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Japan stocks hit record after ruling party names pro-business leader

The benchmark Nikkei 225 index closed above 47,000 for the first time as investors welcomed Sanae Takaichi's victory.

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Renault customers told to be vigilant after data hack

The carmaker says some of its customers' data has been stolen in a cyber-attack that targeted a third-party provider.

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Munich airport reopens after drone sightings force closure

Dozens of flights were cancelled or redirected at Munich International Airport after drone sightings.

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Baroness Mone accuses chancellor of 'inflammatory' language

Her comments come after a firm linked to the peer was ordered to pay £122m over a Covid-19 contract.

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Tesco warns 'enough is enough' on business taxes

Ken Murphy says he does not want more costs to be added onto business, and calls for a "pro-growth" Budget.

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Musk becomes world's first half-trillionaire

The rise has been driven by a sharp increase in the value of his electric car company Tesla.

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Trump's global tariffs 'victory' may well come at a high price

The US president considers it a win - but if this all triggers a foundational realignment, the results may not break in his favour

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White House says layoffs 'imminent' with no end to shutdown in sight

As a bitter standoff between Republicans and Democrats plays out, there is little sign that either side is willing to budge.

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Half of UK adults now regularly use mobile payments

Regular mobile payments surged across different age groups last year, new banking data suggests.

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Graduates urged to look local for best chance at jobs

Data suggests competition for graduate jobs is at a record high as firms reduce places on schemes.

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