Energy bills rise ‘inescapable’ if oil prices stay high, says British Gas boss
The boss of Centrica says it is “too early” to speculate but if oil costs continue to rise, homes will be hit. Read More
‘Club vibes without the hangover’: The twenty-somethings going out – in the gym
Young people are driving a gym boom as more fitness spaces are transformed into vibrant hangouts. Read More
Home working, long leases and rise of parking apps – what went wrong for NCP
How could a company that charged as much as £65 for a day’s parking fail to turn a profit? Read More
Energy bills forecast to rise by £332 a year in July
Cornwall Insight says the recent surge in energy prices due to the Iran war is set to push up household bills. Read More
Germany has a shortage of workers – so it’s turning to India for help
The European nation, struggling to find skilled staff, is giving jobs to young people from India. Read More
Work from home and drive more slowly to save energy, global body urges
People should change how they travel, work and cook to tackle the energy price crisis, the International Energy Agency says. Read More
UK borrowing costs hit highest since 2008 financial crisis
The interest rate on government debt is climbing over fears about inflation, interest rates, and public spending, experts have said. Read More
Trump-backed television merger moves forward
Critics fear the consolidation will add to strains facing local news and degrade coverage. Read More
Russia, China and the US – the global winners and losers of the Iran war
As the conflict triggers economic disruption some risk being hit hard, while others stand to benefit. Read More
Faisal Islam: Iran war is having a dramatic effect on the UK economy
The knock-on effects of the war in the Gulf go beyond a hold on interest rates and are set to reverberate for months. Read More