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Fri, 25 Apr 2025 16:50:01 GMT
Gatwick has responded to the Secretary of State's request for feedback on additional conditions.
Fri, 25 Apr 2025 16:28:52 GMT
The British Hair Consortium is calling on Rachel Reeves to cut VAT to 10% in June's spending review.
Fri, 25 Apr 2025 16:07:38 GMT
The US central bank is one of Trump's favourite punching bags. But how serious is the threat?
Fri, 25 Apr 2025 11:49:40 GMT
The forecast fall in the cost of energy would reverse three consecutive increases in the price cap.
Fri, 25 Apr 2025 20:22:29 GMT
The firm has stopped taking orders on its website and apps, including for food and clothes.
Fri, 25 Apr 2025 21:15:35 GMT
Countries in the continent may see exports rise as both the US and China need new suppliers.
Fri, 25 Apr 2025 19:30:42 GMT
The chancellor indicates that moving closer to the EU on trade is a bigger priority than the US.
Fri, 25 Apr 2025 09:09:04 GMT
Sales rose for the third month in a row in March as warmer weather helped to boost trade.
Fri, 25 Apr 2025 10:43:00 GMT
New powers mean law-breaking executives can be sent to prison for up to two years.
Fri, 25 Apr 2025 04:46:24 GMT
Not owning crucial code has meant it has been unable to replace the system that led to a scandal.
Fri, 25 Apr 2025 03:01:42 GMT
The US state expresses worries that President Donald Trump's tariffs could stunt future growth.
Fri, 25 Apr 2025 07:24:36 GMT
Several firms have cut their profit forecasts or withdrawn them citing economic uncertainty.
Thu, 24 Apr 2025 15:43:23 GMT
China denies any trade talks with the US as it calls for sweeping tariffs to be cancelled.
Thu, 24 Apr 2025 12:48:35 GMT
Retailers argue that cheap foreign rivals are undercutting business using a tax-free status on small parcels.
Thu, 24 Apr 2025 15:57:04 GMT
Customers have reported problems with click and collect orders as well as card and contactless payments.
Thu, 24 Apr 2025 15:42:59 GMT
Ed Miliband says "zonal pricing" or reformed national pricing are the only available options to overhaul the energy market.
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 18:16:01 GMT
The comments from the US Treasury Secretary come as the trade war between the world's two biggest economies has escalated.
Thu, 24 Apr 2025 04:55:23 GMT
The meme coin's website says its 220 top investors will be invited to a gala event with the president.
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 17:00:19 GMT
Boeing's boss says it's looking to sell 50 more planes China has on order to other countries.
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 12:43:22 GMT
The government borrowed more than expected last year, placing more pressure on the public finances ahead of the full impact of US tariffs.
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 14:45:15 GMT
Transport secretary Heidi Alexander said the government would provide at least 10,000 extra driving tests a month.
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 09:16:40 GMT
The tech boss says he intends to spend only one to two days a week on Trump administration matters.
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 15:46:36 GMT
The tech giants have reacted with fury, accusing the EU of unfairly pursuing US companies.
Thu, 24 Apr 2025 23:18:21 GMT
Humanoid robots are attracting a lot of investment but will China dominate the industry?
Fri, 25 Apr 2025 06:56:30 GMT
Australia has proposed to create a strategic reserve of critical minerals.
Tue, 22 Apr 2025 23:04:17 GMT
The rail and road link will slash journey times between much of Scandinavia and continental Europe.
Mon, 21 Apr 2025 00:31:54 GMT
Mortgage experts share their tips for anyone starting out on the journey to owning their own home.
Wed, 16 Apr 2025 23:02:02 GMT
Businesses around the world say they are unable to get back into their Facebook and Instagram pages.
Thu, 17 Apr 2025 00:15:59 GMT
As the trade war continues to escalate, China has hit back at Trump by suspending exports of rare earth minerals.
Mon, 14 Apr 2025 23:01:05 GMT
Helsinki wants to become a top European start-up hub, but can it challenge London and Stockholm?
Mon, 14 Apr 2025 05:39:46 GMT
A Guyanese political commentator says Washington objects to Beijing's "very strong foothold" in the country.
Thu, 10 Apr 2025 23:07:36 GMT
Cocoa prices are soaring so new chocolate firms are looking at an alternative ingredient.
Wed, 09 Apr 2025 23:04:05 GMT
Proponents say space-based data centres will be more secure, but sceptics say big hurdles remain.
Tue, 08 Apr 2025 23:26:59 GMT
As anger grows over Trump's tariffs, apps and social media groups are helping people avoid US goods.
Tue, 08 Apr 2025 01:51:32 GMT
India wants to boost the domestic trainer industry but will small domestic makers suffer?
Fri, 25 Apr 2025 12:39:41 GMT
The latest inflation figures from Statistics Jersey show prices rose by 2.3% in the last quarter.
Fri, 25 Apr 2025 11:49:40 GMT
The forecast fall in the cost of energy would reverse three consecutive increases in the price cap.
Fri, 25 Apr 2025 05:23:05 GMT
Julie Sarahs decided to take action after her daughter's prom was cancelled twice.
Fri, 25 Apr 2025 05:10:47 GMT
St Mary's Church in Darlington says its food bank service costs £200 per week and faces closure.
Thu, 24 Apr 2025 05:12:37 GMT
A Halifax charity says it has fitted carpets to more than 400 homes to help struggling families.
Sun, 13 Apr 2025 23:27:04 GMT
From the end of April, the 500-year-old Royal Mail will be controlled by Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky who co-owns a football club - but why does he want it?
Sat, 05 Apr 2025 23:59:04 GMT
What made the US step back from the system that it profited handsomely from for decades?
Sat, 05 Apr 2025 12:25:17 GMT
What's happening in Whitehall to try to limit the harm to the UK, perhaps by making a deal with the US, and make the most of any opportunities?
Fri, 28 Mar 2025 00:00:13 GMT
Why the reign of the free market is facing its biggest ever challenge
Sat, 22 Mar 2025 06:27:21 GMT
The Chancellor hints at a more guarded approach amid global uncertainty - and issues a warning ahead of her announcements.
Fri, 25 Apr 2025 10:50:29 GMT
Chancellor Rachel Reeves speaks to the BBC ahead of talks with her US counterpart in Washington on Friday.
Sun, 20 Apr 2025 13:00:00 GMT
Duncan Weldon explores the political and economic reality of relying on the bond markets.
Thu, 17 Apr 2025 11:42:03 GMT
China is encouraging it's retirees to spend their savings on fun initiatives to help boost its economy, as the country's trade war with the US rages on.
Thu, 17 Apr 2025 13:16:00 GMT
What cards does China hold in the trade war with the US?
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