Review launched into how pub and hotel business rates calculated
The review of how rates are calculated in England and Wales could lead to reform of the system. Source: BBC…
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‘I didn’t speak the Queen’s English’: Why people worry about their accents
A survey on attitudes towards accents suggests that so-called "accent bias" is still an issue in many workplaces. Source: BBC…
How to get £2,000 to play computer games at university
Roehampton University offers students a year;y scholarship to play esports alongside their studies. Source: BBC News
CrossCountry cancels ‘almost all’ UK services after power cut
Customers say the disruption to virtually all UK CrossCountry services is the "worst case scenario". Source: BBC News
Les used a QR code to download a parking app – but it was a scam
Scammers set up a monthly subscription of £60 from Les Howard's account after he downloaded an app. Source: BBC News
Mayors to get powers to overrule local councils on planning decisions
Housing minister Matthew Pennycook said the change was "essential" for helping mayors "effectively deliver new homes". Source: BBC News
Iran-linked hackers behind cyber attack that shut down power plant, reports say
The government says at no point was there a risk to the UK's energy system during the attack in July.…
Struggling households need more help with bills, energy industry says
Industry body Energy UK says the current support for households most in need does not go far enough. Source: BBC…
Taxi drivers urge council to agree 8% fare hike
Taxi fares could rise by 8% to help drivers combat rising fuel prices and the cost of living. Source: BBC…
Not ‘poor enough’: Do people use London’s pay-it-forward schemes?
The schemes are in place to help people who are struggling with the cost of living. Source: BBC News