Reeves plans ‘targeted action’ on bills in Budget
The chancellor is planning moves to help households with the cost of living in the Budget. Read More
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. Read More
Trump administration sued over $100K fee for skilled worker visas
The president has defended the fee and said the programme – used widely by US tech companies – was being abused Read More
How good is the battery in a used electric vehicle?
Companies are offering tech they say can accurately test the health of batteries in used EVs. Read More
Major UK rare earths refinery scrapped in favour of US
The project would have given the UK a strategic foothold in the rare earths industry. Read More
UK economy grew slightly in August ahead of key Budget
The 0.1% growth follows a slight contraction in the economy during July, official figures show. Read More
Betting firm Paddy Power to close 57 shops in UK and Ireland
Its parent company said affected staff would be “offered redeployment opportunities where possible”. Read More
Thousands in UK sue Johnson & Johnson over talcum powder cancer risks
The claim involves 3,000 people and focuses on internal memos and scientific reports, seen by the BBC. Read More
Canada threatens Jeep-maker over possible US move
The Canadian government was reacting after the company said it would move start producing its Jeep Compass model in Illinois. Read More
Reeves urged to make Budget ‘bold’ or risk future tax rises
The Institute for Fiscal Studies says the chancellor needs to find £22bn to make up a shortfall. Read More