67 h. ago China rules business must help pick up pension bill as population ages

Companies are struggling to adjust to a legal move that enforces contributions from September 1

Economics

6 d. ago £3bn worth of small parcels shipped to UK from China amid duty rules review

A Freedom of Information request from the BBC found that low-value imports from China to UK more than doubled in 2024-25.

Economics

1 week ago Xi Jinping becomes first Chinese president to attend controversial anniversary celebrations in Tibet

His visit marks 60 years of China’s rule as Tibetans abroad call it an attempt to whitewash repression

Politics

1 week ago Grand ceremony and parade mark 60 years of Chinese Communist Party rule in Tibet

China has marked 60 years of Communist Party rule in Tibet with a parade and speeches in front of the Potala Palace

Politics

2 w. ago Labour review could pave way for state pension age to rise to 70 as retirees are forecast to make up a quarter of the adult population by 2075

Dr Suzy Morrissey has been appointed to prepare an independent report as part of the Government's review of the official retirement age that is due to conclude in 2029.

Politics

3 w. ago Arnprior pumpkin patch unveils 2025 dates and when tickets go on sale

One of Scotland’s pick your own pumpkin farms is gearing up for their busiest time of the year.

Politics