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Andrew Bailey’s comments come as fears grow that rogue models could take financial system hostageBusiness live – latest updatesThe governor of the Bank of England has said authorities must retain...

Chorley businessman, Paul Bowen received a reply from Prime Minister Andy Burnham, after posting a video on social media about the closure of one of his shops due to the...

The insurance broker Howden Group is lining up one of Britain's most prominent businessmen as its next chairman as it plots a public listing in the coming years.

Disclaimer is another blow to Japanese auto parts maker’s efforts to draw a line under accounting fraud

Bakery chain, whose sales are up 7.7%, says move is necessary to provide growth in ‘most cost-efficient manner’Business live – latest updatesGreggs has announced plans to close four of its...

Ex-Asda boss Andy Bond linked to plan, with buyout team understood to be negotiating with financial backerPoundland’s management team are in “advanced talks” to lead a bid for the ailing...

Female DIY experts and tradeswomen talk about their experiences of a traditionally male-dominated domain.

Modest upward revision comes ahead of Budget next month

Cap poised to rise by 16% to equivalent of £1,999 for dual-fuel bill, the biggest quarterly increase since January 2023Business live – latest updatesHousehold energy bills in Great Britain are...

Expert says comprehensive model for England covering all costs would amount to £18.7bn

Ukraine's remaining steelworks, a vital part of its economy, have all but ground to a halt because of relentless attacks.

Profits in UK business jump even as accounting and consulting sector confronts AI disruption

Chief executives welcome bold action on pensions triple lock but brace for potential tax rises in Budget next month

Burnham said he wants to change the pensions triple lock from 2030 to pay for his social care reform, but analysts have questioned whether it will raise enough money.

US cannabis and drinks firm Tilray, which took over in March, says it will improve beers, pubs and working conditionsBrewDog’s new owner has urged drinkers to give the ailing brand...

The Premier League confirms that Manchester City have been found guilty of all charges related to breaches of Premier League financial rules between 2009-10 and 2017-18.

For all the talk, the real value of GB Grid lies in giving the regulator perfect data to drive down costsWhat is Burnham’s GB Grid plan and could it bring...

Original triple lock was designed to lift pensioners out of poverty but OBR says it contributes to unsustainability of public financesThe prime minister has announced that the pensions triple lock...

The PM was at times emotional during his conference speech in which he outlined his long-term plan for the UK.

Bank allows employees to delay being in workplace at least three days a week until 2027, if permission grantedBarclays has watered down its return-to-office plans after a major staff backlash,...

The triple lock guarantees that the state pension is not overtaken by inflation or wage increases.

A retirement specialist taken over this year by Brookfield Corporation, the Canadian investment giant, is axing a quarter of its workforce less than six months after the completion of the...

Designer’s latest work takes bold steps away from the fashion house’s brand, creating a show that felt like an event“I want to land on a vibe.” This was how Dior...

It is the latest escalation in the Canada-US trade war after negotiations collapsed in late August, with no word on when talks may resume.

When transnational alliances have scarcely been weaker, the way the club was allegedly run offers a bleak vision of a world driven by brute power and wealthThe cache of leaked...

Average five-year fixed mortgage interest rate has hit 5.94%, its highest since October 2023, says MoneyfactsDemand for UK mortgages slumped to a 32-month low in August as buyers were deterred...

Proposed government-backed network body welcomed by some in sector but others call it just another quangoNils Pratley: Burnham’s electricity grid idea is interesting – but it’s not ‘public control’Andy Burnham’s...

Beauty specialist will open branded areas in 100 Marks & Spencer stores and will sell its products on chain’s websiteBusiness live – latest updatesMarks & Spencer has signed a deal...

PM reassures firms and chancellor vows help on costs – but unease remains over possible budget tax risesBusiness live – latest updatesA year ago Andy Burnham had a tough business...

The German car giant Volkswagen is preparing to disclose a massive hit from the City watchdog's £9bn motor finance redress scheme, months after it joined a group of rivals in...

Content creation degrees aim to help people make money from social media, but are they worth the money?

We are living in a collapsing property because of cost-cutting and delays over our subsidence claimLV= General Insurance is forcing a family with three young children to live in a...

Apple’s cheapest desktop computer is no longer a bargain but its newest, fastest chip makes it a pocket powerhouseApple’s latest Mac mini brings real speed and power for far more...

Chancellor John Healey will set out his plans for UK taxes in October.

We’d like to hear from people in England who used the government’s previous equity loan scheme to buy their first home about how it worked out for themThe government has...

Government announcement sparks a rally in FTSE-listed housebuilders, but there are still a lot of unknownsLabour’s modest reheat of help to buy is worth a tryThe government will unveil a...

Revolut, Britain's most valuable fintech, is among a pack of challenger banks urging the chancellor to remove the threat of an immediate tax raid on the sector in his budget...

Andy Burnham said that he would make tough decisions to fund a new national care service.

From £65 to $60,000 - we talk savings with people in East London's Brick Lane.

Savers face a dilemma: lock down the deals now or wait, with offers tipped to ‘get even better’Britain’s low-paid urged to sign up to savings scheme offering cash bonusReturns on...

The late designer’s niece echoes his sense of relaxation, as the house seeks to prove itself to potential buyersA year after the death of Giorgio Armani, the Italian fashion house...

With fares high and passenger numbers low, plans for a third runway could bring the train’s future into questionIf Heathrow finally builds its third runway, Londoners can expect hundreds more...

Save or Overpay? What to do with your mortgage if interest rates rise

A summer of wildfires and heatwaves underlines the threats to the country's economy.

Molly and Taylor Haylett explain the changes to how they managed their finances when they started a family.

Many younger people do not believe the state pension will exist when they are older