Wine and spirits duty to rise but pints to get cheaper
A trade body calls the rise in alcohol tax a “bitter blow”, but there is better news for pub-goers. Read More
Abramovich tax dodge must be probed, HMRC urged
A group of MPs is urging an investigation into £1bn that could be owed by Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich. Read More
New non-opioid painkiller approved by US health agency
New drug suzetrigine, known by its brand name Journavx, has been approved to treat moderate to severe pain. Read More
Barclays tells staff to come into the office more
The bank is the latest company to make changes to its working-from-home policy. Read More
Apple iPhone sales dip despite AI rollout
The company’s signature phone has been updated with artificial intelligence, but sales are down. Read More
US economic growth slows despite consumers spending more
The world’s largest economy missed forecasts after expanding at 2.3% between October and December. Read More
Heathrow’s third runway can be built in 10 years, Reeves says
The chancellor says she wants to see planes start using the new runway in the next decade. Read More
How much will I have to pay for my water?
Average annual water bills in England and Wales will rise by £123 in April but some will pay more. Read More
Water bills to rise by £10 a month in April
Figures reveal a jump for billpayers in England and Wales despite questions over firms’ performance. Read More
Second-class post on Saturdays set to be scrapped
The regulator says reforming postal services could save the loss-making Royal Mail up to £425m. Read More