UK secures record supply of offshore wind projects
The government says the projects will bring down bills but the Conservatives say it is locking in high wind prices. Read More
US approves sale of Nvidia’s advanced AI chips to China
Nvidia has been caught in a tug-of-war between the US and China as the countries compete for AI dominance. Read More
Chancellor ‘particularly concerned’ about pub business rates
Chancellor hints there will not be more support for other hospitality businesses to soften the impact of rate rises. Read More
Government drops plans for mandatory digital ID to work in UK
There will still be digital checks on those starting a new job, but people will not need to hold a digital ID. Read More
New Birmingham-Manchester rail link to be proposed
Previous plans for a high-speed rail line between the cities were scrapped by Rishi Sunak’s government. Read More
Income tax changes and mansion tax on £1m homes in Scottish Budget
Finance Secretary Shona Robison unveils the government’s tax and spending plans for the coming financial year. Read More
World central bank chiefs ‘stand in solidarity’ with US Fed chair Powell
Eleven central banks have backed Jerome Powell after the US launched a criminal investigation into the US Fed. Read More
Which countries do business with Iran and what could US tariffs mean?
Donald Trump has announced a 25% tariff on countries trading with Iran after its deadly crackdown on anti-government protests. Read More
Lidl to open 19 stores and create up to 640 jobs
The discount retailer says it is also investing about £43m in revamping more than 70 UK shops. Read More
Trump briefed on military and covert options for Iran, sources say
The US president also imposes a 25% tariff on countries that “do business” with Tehran, while Iran’s foreign minister says his country is “ready for war”. Read More