Cyber attack shut down small power plant
The government says at no point was there a risk to the UK’s energy system during the attack in July. Read More
Mayors to get powers to overrule local councils on planning decisions
Housing minister Matthew Pennycook said the change was “essential” for helping mayors “effectively deliver new homes”. Read More
More students planning to live at home for university over ‘insane’ living costs
Students like Jessica say they worry about missing out on student life, but feel they have no choice but to stay at home. Read More
Struggling households need more help with bills, energy industry says
Industry body Energy UK says the current support for households most in need does not go far enough. Read More
Trump says Canada wants ‘benefits’ of being US state as Carney says countries in trade war
Canada’s prime minister said he was “reluctantly” announcing retaliatory tariffs as he accused the US of starting a trade war. Read More
US borrowing costs rise as attempts to ease rates prove short-lived
Economists said there were ongoing concerns over the level of borrowing as national debt passed $40tn. Read More
Royal Mail misses delivery targets again but hails ‘encouraging’ signs
The struggling firm said it had improved its performance but missed regulator-set delivery targets. Read More
UK borrows more than expected in July as Healey prepares for first Budget
Chancellor John Healey said the government is ‘committed to meeting our fiscal rules’ Read More
How much could Trump’s ‘economic D-Day’ hurt Iran?
Iran has so far proved adept at finding ways around years of already punishing sanctions on its economy. Read More
Stifling heat and broken toilets: TUI River Cruise passengers tell of their holiday hell
Holidaymakers tell the BBC they paid for luxury breaks but faulty air conditioning left them in sweltering heat. Read More