Mayors to gain more spending power under Reeves tax plans
The chancellor sets out the government’s plan for economic growth, which also includes closer ties to the EU. Read More
Typical new mortgage costs soar £788 a year in two weeks
Lenders have hiked rates on new deals and withdrawn products as war creates uncertainty in the markets. Read More
Bentley workers ‘shocked and angry’ at job cuts
A union says the announcement came as a blow to employees with up to 275 positions at risk. Read More
Easter holidaymakers switching from Dubai to Spain as flights fill up
It comes after the war in Iran caused mass disruption to flights across the Middle East and UAE. Read More
Train Delay Repay rule changes to make claims easier
There will also be additional checks on railcards during a trial to crack down on fraud. Read More
Trump seeks to delay meeting with Xi in China
The escalating war in Iran has overshadowed many of the US’ foreign policy objectives Read More
Another former sub postmaster dies awaiting payout
Tributes are paid to Parmod Kalia who ran a branch in Orpington, who has died aged 67. Read More
More than 200 jobs at risk at carmaker Bentley
The news comes as financial results for 2025 show a seventh consecutive year of profitability. Read More
Car park firm NCP collapses with nearly 700 jobs at risk
The car park operator says demand for parking has not recovered to pre-Covid levels, as its administrators look to sell the business. Read More
Is it possible to build a plastic-free home?
Using plastic in construction is cheap and easy, but some are trying to radically cut back its use. Read More