What can nervous businesses expect from the Budget?
It is going to be a nail-biting final few days for business leaders, says the BBC’s Business Editor, Simon Jack. Read More
Metals recycling company files for liquidation
It is not clear how many jobs are at risk within the company which has sites across the UK. Read More
Covid inquiry hears impact on firms and staff
Business owners describe breaking into tears as they were forced to lay off staff, while workers feared for their jobs Read More
The entrepreneur connecting tourists to African hospitality
TripZapp founder Rory Okoli wants to make it simple for tourists to book and pay for African travel. Read More
UK most expensive place to develop nuclear power, report says
Experts criticise “overly complex” rules and call for an overhaul of Britain’s nuclear strategy. Read More
Rail fares to be frozen in England next year
Regulated fares, which include season tickets and off-peak returns, will not see annual price rises for the first time in 30 years, the government announces. Read More
Minister denies Budget leaks have damaged economy
A former Bank of England chief economist says Budget speculation has “caused paralysis for businesses and consumers”. Read More
EV grant scheme boost worth £1.3bn expected in Budget
But it is also possible electric vehicle owners could face a new tax elsewhere in Wednesday’s Budget. Read More
Japan’s high-stakes gamble to turn island of flowers into global chip hub
The country once led the world in semiconductors and electronics, but over the years it fell behind Taiwan, South Korea and China. Read More
G20 summit boycotted by US closes in South Africa
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa says there is a “renewed commitment to multilateral co-operation”. Read More