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
Bankers to get bonuses faster under rule change
The change is a relaxation of rules that were brought in after the 2008 financial crash. Read More
Baroness Mone-linked PPE firm misses deadline to pay £122m
PPE Medpro was ordered to repay damages by 16:00 BST on Wednesday after breaching a Covid-19 contract. Read More
Nestle to axe 16,000 jobs as new boss pushes to cut costs
The cereal-maker’s new boss says he wants to instil a “performance mindset” and prioritise earnings. Read More
Energy standing charge plans could backfire, MPs told
Bosses of the UK’s biggest energy suppliers were quizzed by MPs about support for their customers as prices rise. Read More