94 m. ago Scotland given same credit rating as UK ahead of debut ‘kilts’ sale

S&P and Moody’s award Edinburgh investment-grade status as it plans first bond issue since late 17th century

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1 hour ago Crackdown on dodgy vape shops in bid to revive high streets under Budget plan

Rachel Reeves is considering a crackdown on dodgy businesses on high streets like shady vape shops, barbers and candy stores in her Budget, The Mirror understands

Economics

1 hour ago Kindle Fire tablets drop under £20 in Black Friday sale even Amazon 'can't beat'

Shoppers have a choice of different Kindle Fire models

Economics

2 h. ago From Wicked dolls to Pokemon, Peppa Pig and Lego F1 cars the 15 most wanted toys this Christmas to meet all budgets

IT’S time to write letters to Santa as this year’s top Christmas picks are unveiled. The Toy Retailers Association has revealed its 15 most-wanted playthings for 2025. From singing Wicked dolls to monster trucks and party games, there is something for all ages on the DreamToys list – even the big kids – with prices...

Politics

2 h. ago Starmer's last stand? PM clings to chief aide Morgan McSweeney despite Labour demands for sackings over No 10's 'unacceptable' attacks on Cabinet

Just a fortnight before a crucial Budget, Keir Starmer has been plunged deeper into chaos  by an extraordinary pre-emptive strike on plotters.

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6 h. ago ‘I swapped my £600 blender for this £110 one and it makes perfect soups in seconds’

Beauty and wellness editor Laura Mulley put this multitasking blender to the test to see how well it whizzed up her favourite winter soups – and it's currently on sale

Economics

6 h. ago Kirstie Allsopp calls for stamp duty to be abolished in Reeves’ Budget

The Location, Location, Location presenter told a committee she believed the tax is ‘damaging’ housing stock

Politics

6 h. ago Starmer in leadership crisis as he denies authorising ‘attack’ on health secretary

Briefings by PM’s allies over potential challenge to Labour leader leave him weakened ahead of crucial Budget

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6 h. ago Starmer's last stand? PM clings to chief aide Morgan McSweeney' despite Labour demands for sackings over No10's 'unacceptable' attacks on Cabinet

Just a fortnight before a crucial Budget, Keir Starmer has been plunged deeper into chaos  by an extraordinary pre-emptive strike on plotters.

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7 h. ago TV expert Kirstie Allsopp warns Brits are 'in a panic' amid rumours of fresh property taxes at Rachel Reeves' Budget

The TV presenter, who fronts Location, Location, Location, warned speculation about new measures the Chancellor might bring in was having a profound impact.

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7 h. ago Budget 2025 could lead to 'biggest loss of pubs in a generation' without action

Pub landlords warn the pub industry is at risk of "dying" after an "astronomical" rise in costs for pubs and brewers ahead of Rachel Reeves unveiling the Budget

Economics

7 h. ago Canada pushes to join Eurovision: ‘This is about protecting our identity’

Country explores taking part in the glitzy song contest as it distances from the US and seeks to deepen ties with EuropeWhen Canada released its federal budget this month, much of it was standard fare, from the plans to downsize the public service to the boost in defence spending.But one line tucked in the nearly 500-page document has captured imaginations on both sides of the Atlantic: a mention that the government is working with Canada’s national broadcaster to explore participation in the Eurovision song contest. Continue reading...

Politics

7 h. ago West London council lobbies House of Lords to axe funding cuts before Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget

West London council lobbies House of Lords to axe funding cuts before Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget  MyLondon

Economics

7 h. ago The EU invited Ukraine to join the club, but will it ever happen?

Zelenskyy wants admission before 2030, but with a growing far-right, anti-enlargement contingent and budgetary fears mounting, some countries are hiding behind a Hungarian veto• Don’t get This Is Europe delivered to your inbox? Sign up hereVolodymyr Zelenskyy may be a wartime leader, but he is fighting to deliver peacetime ambitions, too: he wants Ukraine to become an EU country – soon.Ukraine’s tireless president is ramping up pressure on EU governments to accelerate the slow process of joining: he sees the collective sacrifice of his people as a struggle “for the Ukrainian future, the future of Ukraine in the European Union”. Continue reading...

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7 h. ago Ryanair digital boarding passes: The verdict from passengers – and the airline

Plane Talk: Flying on Europe’s biggest budget airline is not compulsory

Politics

7 h. ago Pennsylvania lawmakers look to end budget stalemate, sealed with concession by Democrats on climate

Pennsylvania lawmakers are advancing a $50 billion spending package to end a four-month budget stalemate that has held up billions for public schools and social services

Politics

9 h. ago Whole Foods launches new plan to help shoppers stretch their food budget

The grocery store is trying a new tactic to tackle food waste

Economics

9 h. ago London pubs boss urges Reeves to spare struggling sector from more Budget punishment

Fuller’s boss said the pub chain faced an £8m increase in costs as a result of last year’s Budget

Economics

10 h. ago SIMON LAMBERT: Why Rachel Reeves' Budget may spell bad news for your pay packet

The budget is coming up and the Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, needs to balance Britain's books. That could spell bad news for your pay packet.

Economics

10 h. ago Keir Starmer 'desperately clinging to job' as PM addresses 'bloody coup' rumours

Earlier today on BBC Radio 4, Health Secretary Wes Streeting was forced to deny rumours he was part of a cabal plotting to take out the Prime Minister just two weeks before a crunch budget

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