9 h. ago London's spirit distilleries being 'crushed' by Government hikes in alcohol duty, Chancellor warned

In anticipation of the upcoming budget, the distillers call duty rises ‘crushing’

Events

54 h. ago Fund bosses warn Chancellor against personal tax raid as Budget fears rattle investors

Speculation over a fresh tax raid on investors and savers at the upcoming Budget in November is weighing on Briain's financial services sector.

Economics

3 d. ago Rachel Reeves targets GPs and lawyers in £2billion raid on middle classes: Chancellor ignores warnings economy could 'spiral out of control' with new budget plot

With inflation figures this morning expected to bring more gloom, Rachel Reeves yesterday conceded that the economy is 'not working as it should' but attempted to blame Brexit.

Economics

7 d. ago Charities urge Rachel Reeves to avoid 'new tax' on most vulnerable

A group of 15 charities and firms, including Disability Rights UK, have written to the Chancellor over their concerns, warning it will make essential travel unaffordable

Politics

7 d. ago Singletons urged to date ghosts at special new events for the unlucky in love

Psychic medium Sam O'Brien reckons those who aren't having any luck in the real world would do well to attend her seance inside a London crypt to find a lover from the spirit world

Politics

8 d. ago Chancellor warned businesses are at breaking point as another 2,000 go bust

The Chancellor must avoid piling further pressure on British businesses at the Budget after another 2,000 firms went bust last month, restructuring experts have warned.

Events

8 d. ago Raising VAT would cut spending power TWICE as much as raising income tax, Rachel Reeves is warned

The Chancellor has been warned that raising VAT in the Autumn Budget would have a more detrimental effect on the economy than income tax hikes.

Events

9 d. ago Cost of a car MOT could be hiked as Government agrees to review £54.85 price cap

On Thursday, the Independent Garage Association confirmed that the DfT will now undertake a review of the MOT test fee and will 'consult with stakeholders later this year'.

Economics

9 d. ago JUST IN: Finance Minister Edun in high spirit, visits gallery booth in London

JUST IN: Finance Minister Edun in high spirit, visits gallery booth in London  The Nation Newspaper

Politics

1 week ago Labour MPs urge Chancellor to scrap hospitality business rates plan

MPs have written to the Chancellor to warn that her reforms run the risk of business closures and job losses.

Politics

1 week ago Diwali Spirit Takes Over London's Trafalgar Square, Mayor Sadiq Khan Shares Glimpses From Celebrations

Diwali Spirit Takes Over London's Trafalgar Square, Mayor Sadiq Khan Shares Glimpses From Celebrations  NDTV

Politics

1 week ago Indonesia nearly doubles allowance for lawmakers weeks after public protests against perks

Government says ‘recess allowance’ hike necessitated by increase in food and transportation costs

Events

2 w. ago October London, Tamar Braxton & More Jumpstart Holiday Spirit with ‘Unexpected Christmas’ Soundtrack

October London, Tamar Braxton & More Jumpstart Holiday Spirit with ‘Unexpected Christmas’ Soundtrack  billboard.com

Politics

2 w. ago Ecuador's Noboa faces escalating protests over rise in diesel costs

Ecuador faces intense unrest as striking bus drivers and farmers protest the government's diesel price hike

Events

2 w. ago 'Hike alcohol tax to make us work harder' as one in three call in sick after boozing

The Institute for Public Policy Research claims the move could help tackle a 'productivity crisis' - but pub figures are warning raising alcohol duty would be 'catastrophic'

Economics

2 w. ago Government ‘in discussions’ with EU over steel tariff hike – Starmer

The European Commission is effectively planning to match the levy Donald Trump imposed on the EU.

Politics

3 w. ago London Spirit Appoints RCB’s Head Coach Andy Flower Ahead Of 2026 Season

London Spirit Appoints RCB’s Head Coach Andy Flower Ahead Of 2026 Season  Zee News

Politics

3 w. ago The Best Hotels in Shoreditch: Where Spirit and Style Converge in East London

The Best Hotels in Shoreditch: Where Spirit and Style Converge in East London  MICHELIN Guide

Politics

3 w. ago Andy Flower named head coach at London Spirit in The Hundred

Andy Flower named head coach at London Spirit in The Hundred  BBC

Politics

3 w. ago 'Enough is enough!': Tesco boss urges Rachel Reeves to avoid tax hikes

The boss of Tesco has warned the Chancellor that 'enough is enough' amid fears of more tax rises as the supermarket upgraded its annual profits.

Economics