Average five-year mortgage at lowest level since 2023
The average five-year fixed rate is now 4.99%, falling below 5% for the first time since 2023. Read More
Tesco meal deal price rises by 25p
The move by the UK’s largest supermarket is the latest example of rising food prices. Read More
WH Smith shares tumble 42% after accounting blunder
The retailer has drafted in auditors to review the issue and slashed its profit guidance. Read More
Tube staff to strike over pay and work conditions
RMT union members will strike from Friday 5 September for seven days. Read More
Delta and United sued for selling ‘window seats’ without windows
Delta and United are being sued over allegedly charging extra for seats next to a blank walls. Read More
What are Rachel Reeves’ options on property tax?
Reports suggest the government is considering shaking up the property tax system to raise revenue. Read More
Sentencing for man who dodged 113 train tickets delayed
Charles Brohiri was granted bail despite clocking up £30,000 in penalty fares. Read More
Government prepares to take over UK’s third-largest steelworks
Managers have been lined up to take control in a bid to protect 1,500 jobs at the Yorkshire plant. Read More
Why are food prices still rising by so much?
Food and drink prices have risen by 4.9% over the last year, according to ONS inflation data. Read More
Government borrowing lower than expected in July
Borrowing last month was the lowest July figure for three years, following rises in tax and National Insurance receipts. Read More