Inflation and government borrowing highest for a year ahead of next week’s Budget
Inflation accelerated to 3.5% from 3.1% in the year to September, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Source:…
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What is happening to UK prices?
UK inflation rose in September, pushed up by higher petrol and diesel prices. Source: BBC News
Elon Musk says Tesla-SpaceX merger would be a ‘good idea’
Musk says a mega merger would have many benefits to his companies. Source: BBC News
Audit regulator looking into Manchester City accounting
No formal investigation has started, but the regulator is making inquiries into the case. Source: BBC News
Trump sued over Canadian tariffs in latest legal challenge
The lawsuit argues the White House exceeded its authority in imposing the latest tariffs on the country and caused "immediate…
UK government to make Jackdaw gas field announcement
The long-awaited decision about the controversial North Sea field is expected on Wednesday morning. Source: BBC News
Paddy Power cuts 1,400 jobs and blames betting tax rises
The government increased taxes on online casino and sports betting in last year's Budget. Source: BBC News
Union attacks NatWest plans to get workers back to the office
The bank says workers will be required to attend the office at least two days a week from February. Source:…
Jobless rate falls but small firms cut back hiring
Small firms cite labour costs as a key factor in scaling back hiring, the Office for National Statistics says. Source:…
Chancellor rejects calls to raise Capital Gains Tax in Budget
Influential Labour figures had been pushing for equalising CGT and income tax, but critics have said this could drive wealthy…