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Energy firms warned over hiking direct debits

The government says companies must match bills with customers who are cutting energy use. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63773595?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The government says companies must match bills with customers who are cutting energy use. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63773595 Sun, 27 Nov 2022 13:55:53 GMT

Train strikes: Drivers to walk out in pay row

Passengers face further disruption with 11 rail companies being affected by the long-running dispute. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63755411?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Passengers face further disruption with 11 rail companies being affected by the long-running dispute. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63755411 Fri, 25 Nov 2022 22:01:13 GMT

Jaguar Land Rover cuts output at UK factories due to chip shortage

The carmaker is reducing production at its factories in Solihull and Halewood until the spring. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63756079?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The carmaker is reducing production at its factories in Solihull and Halewood until the spring. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63756079 Fri, 25 Nov 2022 11:00:04 GMT

The little-known nut that may save at-risk rainforests

Growing sales of an Indonesian nut called kenari is helping to reduce deforestation. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63713096?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Growing sales of an Indonesian nut called kenari is helping to reduce deforestation. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63713096 Thu, 24 Nov 2022 00:16:10 GMT

Mercedes-Benz to introduce acceleration subscription fee

Owners of some Mercedes electric cars in the US can soon pay a $1,200 annual fee to speed up faster. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-63743597?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Owners of some Mercedes electric cars in the US can soon pay a $1,200 annual fee to speed up faster. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-63743597 Thu, 24 Nov 2022 16:26:53 GMT

Black Friday: Cost of living crisis may hit sales rush

Retailers are unsure of how the economic downturn will hit spending in shops across the UK. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63737595?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Retailers are unsure of how the economic downturn will hit spending in shops across the UK. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63737595 Fri, 25 Nov 2022 00:10:17 GMT

Kanye West: Adidas investigates after claims of 'toxic' behaviour

Rolling Stone has reported that staff have complained about West's "problematic behaviour". URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-63747492?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Rolling Stone has reported that staff have complained about West's "problematic behaviour". https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-63747492 Thu, 24 Nov 2022 19:16:36 GMT

Sports Direct owner buys historic Savile Row tailor

The boss of Frasers Group said the move secured "a long-term future" for the 250-year-old firm. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63741467?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The boss of Frasers Group said the move secured "a long-term future" for the 250-year-old firm. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63741467 Thu, 24 Nov 2022 17:24:41 GMT

Post Office scandal: Horizon contract was 'fatally flawed'

Stephen Byers also told the Horizon public inquiry the treatment of sub-postmasters was "shocking". URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63748812?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Stephen Byers also told the Horizon public inquiry the treatment of sub-postmasters was "shocking". https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63748812 Thu, 24 Nov 2022 17:03:22 GMT

Green Friday: The eco-friendly alternative to Black Friday

As we are bombarded with Black Friday adverts, some people mark the day in a very different way. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-63650318?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA As we are bombarded with Black Friday adverts, some people mark the day in a very different way. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-63650318 Thu, 24 Nov 2022 15:18:46 GMT

Greene King brewery staff to strike over pay

Unite members at sites in England are walking out in the lead-up to Christmas in a row over pay. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-suffolk-63747340?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Unite members at sites in England are walking out in the lead-up to Christmas in a row over pay. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-suffolk-63747340 Thu, 24 Nov 2022 15:17:28 GMT

Pay rises can't match inflation, minister tells rail workers

Wage rises that match the cost of living are not possible, transport minister tells striking rail workers. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63746412?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Wage rises that match the cost of living are not possible, transport minister tells striking rail workers. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63746412 Thu, 24 Nov 2022 15:01:41 GMT

Holiday swindlers: The rise of digital travel scams

Social media is helping travel agents to impress clients, and sometimes to scam them. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-63727404?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Social media is helping travel agents to impress clients, and sometimes to scam them. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-63727404 Thu, 24 Nov 2022 00:11:11 GMT

How Qatar’s riches touch millions of UK lives

From how you heat your home to where you shop or bank the UK's links to Qatar may be part of your day-to-day life. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63715388?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA From how you heat your home to where you shop or bank the UK's links to Qatar may be part of your day-to-day life. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63715388 Thu, 24 Nov 2022 00:05:00 GMT

Cost of living: 'We've slashed our restaurant's menu to survive'

Menu sizes have been halved at one restaurant in Colchester due to staff shortages and soaring food prices. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63720287?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Menu sizes have been halved at one restaurant in Colchester due to staff shortages and soaring food prices. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63720287 Thu, 24 Nov 2022 00:04:07 GMT

'A £100 loan turned into nearly £1,000 a month'

The Stop Loan Sharks agency is warning against illegal lenders as families struggle with price rises. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63729540?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The Stop Loan Sharks agency is warning against illegal lenders as families struggle with price rises. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63729540 Thu, 24 Nov 2022 00:04:39 GMT

UK airports could ditch luggage liquid rules by 2024

The 100ml bottle restriction could be axed thanks to 3D scanners, which are being trialled in airports. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63737992?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The 100ml bottle restriction could be axed thanks to 3D scanners, which are being trialled in airports. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63737992 Wed, 23 Nov 2022 22:30:31 GMT

Jeremy Hunt: Cut energy use to stop Putin 'blackmail'

People need to cut consumption to reduce the UK's reliance on Russia, the chancellor says. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63738388?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA People need to cut consumption to reduce the UK's reliance on Russia, the chancellor says. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63738388 Wed, 23 Nov 2022 21:53:25 GMT

Pound hits post-Truss high as dollar weakens

Sterling has reached its highest level against the US dollar since mid-August. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63732425?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Sterling has reached its highest level against the US dollar since mid-August. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63732425 Wed, 23 Nov 2022 19:00:40 GMT

Manchester United: Who might buy the club?

One of the world's biggest football clubs is up for sale, but who are the runners and riders to buy it? URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63732120?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA One of the world's biggest football clubs is up for sale, but who are the runners and riders to buy it? https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63732120 Wed, 23 Nov 2022 17:37:10 GMT

Russia re-launches car-making at former Renault factory

It is reviving the Soviet-era Moskvich brand, though the car's design has been updated. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63735943?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA It is reviving the Soviet-era Moskvich brand, though the car's design has been updated. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63735943 Wed, 23 Nov 2022 16:59:14 GMT

Royal Mail Christmas postal strike to go ahead after talks fail

Royal Mail staff will take action over the Black Friday weekend and in the run-up to Christmas. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63732421?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Royal Mail staff will take action over the Black Friday weekend and in the run-up to Christmas. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63732421 Wed, 23 Nov 2022 13:13:11 GMT

Five-year mortgage rates remain below 6%

Average five-year mortgage rates fell below 6% this week for first time since October. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63715092?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Average five-year mortgage rates fell below 6% this week for first time since October. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63715092 Wed, 23 Nov 2022 11:42:07 GMT

I'm not the Grinch, says union boss ahead of Christmas strikes

RMT boss Mick Lynch defends strikes that will cause major disruption in December and January. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63727438?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA RMT boss Mick Lynch defends strikes that will cause major disruption in December and January. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63727438 Wed, 23 Nov 2022 09:50:46 GMT

Black Friday deals: Why bigger discounts may come next month

With too much inventory and a possible squeeze on demand, retailers may offer deeper price cuts in December. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63720309?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA With too much inventory and a possible squeeze on demand, retailers may offer deeper price cuts in December. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63720309 Wed, 23 Nov 2022 00:34:40 GMT

'I wouldn't leave South Africa, I have a kid here'

South African software developers discuss what it means to them to do business in the country. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63646696?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA South African software developers discuss what it means to them to do business in the country. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63646696 Wed, 23 Nov 2022 00:12:14 GMT

Next wave of cost-of-living payments to hit accounts

Millions of people will receive help with energy bills over the coming weeks and months. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63719896?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Millions of people will receive help with energy bills over the coming weeks and months. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63719896 Wed, 23 Nov 2022 00:02:17 GMT

Manchester United: Glazer family owners looking to sell all or part of Premier League club

Manchester United's American owners say they will "explore strategic alternatives" for the club "including new investment, a sale, or other transactions". URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/63723992?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Manchester United's American owners say they will "explore strategic alternatives" for the club "including new investment, a sale, or other transactions". https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/63723992 Tue, 22 Nov 2022 21:56:19 GMT

FTX: Court says Sam Bankman-Fried ran FTX as a 'personal fiefdom'

FTX's collapse was described in court as "one of most abrupt and difficult" in corporate America. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63720310?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA FTX's collapse was described in court as "one of most abrupt and difficult" in corporate America. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63720310 Tue, 22 Nov 2022 20:31:34 GMT

More train strikes announced by rail union

The RMT says further strike action will take place across four 48-hour periods in December and January. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63715658?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The RMT says further strike action will take place across four 48-hour periods in December and January. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63715658 Tue, 22 Nov 2022 15:53:18 GMT

UK government borrowing higher as energy bill support help begins

Government borrowing rose last month as payments for energy support schemes began for households. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63704841?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Government borrowing rose last month as payments for energy support schemes began for households. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63704841 Tue, 22 Nov 2022 07:37:04 GMT

Black Friday: Shoppers warned most offers are not cheaper

Only one in seven Black Friday deals offered a genuine discount last year, says consumer group Which? URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63702559?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Only one in seven Black Friday deals offered a genuine discount last year, says consumer group Which? https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63702559 Tue, 22 Nov 2022 00:04:03 GMT

Energy bills: Patients prescribed heating as part of health trial

It is aimed at avoiding the cost of hospital care for patients whose conditions are worsened by the cold. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63707689?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA It is aimed at avoiding the cost of hospital care for patients whose conditions are worsened by the cold. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63707689 Tue, 22 Nov 2022 00:01:54 GMT

We must wean economy off immigration, Labour leader to warn businesses

Sir Keir Starmer will promise a "pragmatic" immigration policy in a speech to business leaders. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63707941?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Sir Keir Starmer will promise a "pragmatic" immigration policy in a speech to business leaders. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63707941 Mon, 21 Nov 2022 22:31:08 GMT

Passengers warned over Christmas rail disruption

Passengers told to plan journeys in advance due to engineering works over the festive period. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63703648?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Passengers told to plan journeys in advance due to engineering works over the festive period. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63703648 Mon, 21 Nov 2022 16:15:27 GMT

Tesco follows other supermarkets in rationing eggs

The retailer introduces a temporary buying limit of three boxes per customer due to supply issues. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63708155?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The retailer introduces a temporary buying limit of three boxes per customer due to supply issues. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63708155 Mon, 21 Nov 2022 16:10:23 GMT

Brexit: Rishi Sunak rules out deal that relies on EU law alignment

"I believe in Brexit," says Rishi Sunak, after suggestions UK could pursue a Swiss-style deal with the EU. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63700905?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA "I believe in Brexit," says Rishi Sunak, after suggestions UK could pursue a Swiss-style deal with the EU. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63700905 Mon, 21 Nov 2022 12:55:38 GMT

Crypto rules needed after FTX collapse, says Bank of England

The UK could face a "crypto shock" without better regulations, says a senior official at the Bank. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63704034?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The UK could face a "crypto shock" without better regulations, says a senior official at the Bank. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63704034 Mon, 21 Nov 2022 12:16:14 GMT

Winter weather: Keeping costs down when it's cold

As energy bills rise and temperatures fall, there are extra payments available. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63677931?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA As energy bills rise and temperatures fall, there are extra payments available. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63677931 Sat, 19 Nov 2022 01:24:29 GMT

Cost of living: 'We both work but we can't afford the family rent'

A nurse is facing eviction with her family, and they can't find a new home within budget. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-63694797?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA A nurse is facing eviction with her family, and they can't find a new home within budget. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-63694797 Mon, 21 Nov 2022 01:13:43 GMT

Warning over 'cowboy' foam insulation firms

Homeowners should check carefully that companies are reputable before hiring them, says Nationwide. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63607793?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Homeowners should check carefully that companies are reputable before hiring them, says Nationwide. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63607793 Mon, 21 Nov 2022 00:02:08 GMT

FTX crypto exchange owes biggest creditors $3.1bn

FTX owes about $1.45bn to its top 10 creditors, according to its US bankruptcy court filings. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63697459?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA FTX owes about $1.45bn to its top 10 creditors, according to its US bankruptcy court filings. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63697459 Sun, 20 Nov 2022 19:49:45 GMT

Musk lifts Donald Trump's Twitter ban

The former US president's account is reinstated - but he says he sees no reason to return. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-63692369?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The former US president's account is reinstated - but he says he sees no reason to return. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-63692369 Sun, 20 Nov 2022 04:17:17 GMT

Jeremy Hunt has no plan for growth, says CBI boss

Tony Danker tells the BBC the Autumn Statement will tackle inflation but won't revive growth. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63694717?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Tony Danker tells the BBC the Autumn Statement will tackle inflation but won't revive growth. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63694717 Sun, 20 Nov 2022 13:35:43 GMT

Theranos scandal: Who is Elizabeth Holmes and why was she on trial?

"She just seemed absolutely confident of her own brilliance," a Stanford professor remembers of the former student. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-58336998?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA "She just seemed absolutely confident of her own brilliance," a Stanford professor remembers of the former student. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-58336998 Sat, 19 Nov 2022 00:06:51 GMT

Will you be allowed to watch the World Cup at work?

Bosses have to decide whether to get behind the controversial World Cup. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63420545?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Bosses have to decide whether to get behind the controversial World Cup. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63420545 Sun, 20 Nov 2022 06:34:36 GMT

Banksy accuses clothing brand Guess of stealing artworks

The graffiti artist called on shoplifters to visit a London branch of Guess in retaliation. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-63682298?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The graffiti artist called on shoplifters to visit a London branch of Guess in retaliation. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-63682298 Fri, 18 Nov 2022 18:26:16 GMT

Strikes to hit airports and ports over Christmas

Public sector workers including passport controllers are to strike over the Christmas period. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63682695?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Public sector workers including passport controllers are to strike over the Christmas period. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63682695 Fri, 18 Nov 2022 17:30:43 GMT

Keir Starmer accepts £55bn 'black hole' calculation

Labour says it will use the same analysis of the public finances as the Conservatives to set future policy. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63681941?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Labour says it will use the same analysis of the public finances as the Conservatives to set future policy. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63681941 Fri, 18 Nov 2022 17:39:14 GMT

Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves on whether they would accept government economic plans

BBC economics editor Faisal Islam grills the Labour leader and his deputy on whether they would accept the government's economic plans. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63682038?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA BBC economics editor Faisal Islam grills the Labour leader and his deputy on whether they would accept the government's economic plans. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63682038 Fri, 18 Nov 2022 16:56:35 GMT

Is this really the end of Twitter?

The BBC's technology editor looks at claims that Twitter may be heading for calamity. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-63675849?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The BBC's technology editor looks at claims that Twitter may be heading for calamity. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-63675849 Fri, 18 Nov 2022 12:52:06 GMT

UK house prices forecast to fall for the next two years

A drop of 9% is expected between now and autumn of 2024, the government's official forecaster suggests. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63676119?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA A drop of 9% is expected between now and autumn of 2024, the government's official forecaster suggests. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63676119 Fri, 18 Nov 2022 11:51:54 GMT

Autumn Statement: Jeremy Hunt defends tax rises for middle earners

Jeremy Hunt says his plan is "balanced", after think tank says it piles more pressure on "squeezed middle". URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63674045?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Jeremy Hunt says his plan is "balanced", after think tank says it piles more pressure on "squeezed middle". https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63674045 Fri, 18 Nov 2022 11:21:50 GMT

Shop sales rise but remain below pre-pandemic levels

Sales rebounded in October after the previous month was affected by stores closing for the Queen's funeral. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63666760?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Sales rebounded in October after the previous month was affected by stores closing for the Queen's funeral. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63666760 Fri, 18 Nov 2022 07:24:43 GMT

Autumn Statement: Jeremy Hunt warns of challenges as living standards plunge

The chancellor admits times are difficult as he defends tax rises in his Autumn Statement. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63665271?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The chancellor admits times are difficult as he defends tax rises in his Autumn Statement. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63665271 Fri, 18 Nov 2022 04:47:44 GMT

Elon Musk: Twitter closes offices until next week

It comes amid reports that large numbers of staff have resigned from the social media platform. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63672307?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA It comes amid reports that large numbers of staff have resigned from the social media platform. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63672307 Fri, 18 Nov 2022 01:46:32 GMT

Taxing electric cars 'short-sighted' say manufacturers

Extending the tax to include electric models is "short-sighted" says Ford. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63671302?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Extending the tax to include electric models is "short-sighted" says Ford. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63671302 Fri, 18 Nov 2022 00:02:49 GMT

Postal workers to strike on six more days in run-up to Christmas

Industrial action is scheduled for six days in December, including Christmas Eve. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63671301?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Industrial action is scheduled for six days in December, including Christmas Eve. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63671301 Thu, 17 Nov 2022 21:14:59 GMT

Will chancellor Jeremy Hunt's plan to fix the UK economy work?

The chancellor claims the downturn will be shallower than it otherwise would have been. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63666574?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The chancellor claims the downturn will be shallower than it otherwise would have been. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63666574 Thu, 17 Nov 2022 16:44:50 GMT

State pension to rise by 10.1%, says Jeremy Hunt

Jeremy Hunt also confirms working-age benefits will rise with inflation at a cost of £11bn. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63665270?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Jeremy Hunt also confirms working-age benefits will rise with inflation at a cost of £11bn. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63665270 Thu, 17 Nov 2022 15:44:12 GMT

What the Autumn Statement means for you and the cost of living

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt's statement is full of policies that will affect your finances in the coming years. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63635582?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Chancellor Jeremy Hunt's statement is full of policies that will affect your finances in the coming years. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63635582 Thu, 17 Nov 2022 12:50:57 GMT

Hunt says UK in recession as economy set to shrink next year

The economy is forecast to contract next year due to the cost-of-living crisis. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63659936?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The economy is forecast to contract next year due to the cost-of-living crisis. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63659936 Thu, 17 Nov 2022 12:11:54 GMT

Beauty Pie founder Marcia Kilgore: 'Connect your dots'

Marcia Kilgore, serial cosmetics and fashion entrepreneur, shares her CEO Secret. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63629041?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Marcia Kilgore, serial cosmetics and fashion entrepreneur, shares her CEO Secret. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63629041 Wed, 16 Nov 2022 00:10:41 GMT

Autumn Statement: Jeremy Hunt to unveil spending cuts and tax rises

Pensions and benefits will rise with prices but energy support is expected to be scaled back, the BBC understands. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63656522?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Pensions and benefits will rise with prices but energy support is expected to be scaled back, the BBC understands. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63656522 Wed, 16 Nov 2022 22:30:04 GMT

Chinese buyout of Newport microchip plant a 'security risk'

The UK government says Nexperia's takeover of Newport Wafer Fab creates national security risks. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-63656816?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The UK government says Nexperia's takeover of Newport Wafer Fab creates national security risks. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-63656816 Wed, 16 Nov 2022 21:46:20 GMT

What is behind the big tech companies' job cuts?

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