5 h. ago New DWP plans to help people on PIP with back, joint, and muscle conditions into work

More than one million people with musculoskeletal conditions are receiving PIP.

Politics

14 h. ago Trump says Samsung and other smartphone manufacturers will also be subject to 25% Apple tariff – business live

US president says 50% tariff on EU goods to come in 1 June; Apple iPhones and those of other manufacturers made overseas to face 25% tariffTrump says he is hitting EU with 50% tariff as trade talks are ‘going nowhere’As well as cutting UK energy costs (see earlier), Donald Trump can also take credit for growing the German economy!New GDP data this morning shows that Germany’s GDP rose by 0.4% in January-March, twice as fast as the first estimate of 0.2% growth in the quarter.“The reason for the slightly higher growth compared to the initial estimate was the surprisingly positive economic development in March.”“In particular, production in the manufacturing sector and exports performed better than initially expected.The German economy had its best quarterly performance since the third quarter of 2022, and the reason for it seems to be Donald Trump. As a result of the announced tariffs and in anticipation of ‘Liberation Day,’ German industrial production and exports surged in March.Ne...

Economics

15 h. ago European markets suffer losses after Trump ‘recommends’ 50% tariff on EU, and threatens Apple with 25% tariff – business live

US president Donald Trump reignites trade war with threat to impose high tariffs on European goods, and Apple iPhones made overseasTrump says he is hitting EU with 50% tariff as trade talks are ‘going nowhere’As well as cutting UK energy costs (see earlier), Donald Trump can also take credit for growing the German economy!New GDP data this morning shows that Germany’s GDP rose by 0.4% in January-March, twice as fast as the first estimate of 0.2% growth in the quarter.“The reason for the slightly higher growth compared to the initial estimate was the surprisingly positive economic development in March.”“In particular, production in the manufacturing sector and exports performed better than initially expected.The German economy had its best quarterly performance since the third quarter of 2022, and the reason for it seems to be Donald Trump. As a result of the announced tariffs and in anticipation of ‘Liberation Day,’ German industrial production and exports surged in March.Net export...

Economics

16 h. ago Ministers delay flagship child poverty plan until the autumn

The child poverty strategy, originally due to be published this spring, was expected to include a recommendation to scrap the two-child benefit cap.

Politics

17 h. ago Mirror Daily Digest: Top stories from shop's high street return to Olly Murs' cancelled gigs

In this Fridays's Mirror Daily Digest, we've pulled together the biggest stories of the day from Olly Murs cancelling his tour dates to the new energy bill price cap

Politics

18 h. ago Scots urged to shop around for cheaper energy deals to save up to £200 a year

Household bills will drop from July when a new price cap kicks-in.

Economics

20 h. ago Trump ‘recommending’ 50% tariff on EU, and threatens Apple with 25% tariff – business live

US president Donald Trump reignites trade war with threat to impose high tariffs on European goods, and Apple iPhones made overseasTypical energy bill in Great Britain to fall 7% to £1,720 a year from JulyAs well as cutting UK energy costs (see earlier), Donald Trump can also take credit for growing the German economy!New GDP data this morning shows that Germany’s GDP rose by 0.4% in January-March, twice as fast as the first estimate of 0.2% growth in the quarter.“The reason for the slightly higher growth compared to the initial estimate was the surprisingly positive economic development in March.”“In particular, production in the manufacturing sector and exports performed better than initially expected.The German economy had its best quarterly performance since the third quarter of 2022, and the reason for it seems to be Donald Trump. As a result of the announced tariffs and in anticipation of ‘Liberation Day,’ German industrial production and exports surged in March.Net exports an...

Politics

21 h. ago Martin Lewis says new price cap 'nothing to shout home about' as he urges people to take action

While Martin Lewis says the update is 'welcome' he urges consumers to do one thing to increase their savings

Politics

23 h. ago Martin Lewis reveals real energy bill savings in withering OFGEM price cap assessment

Martin Lewis has dismissed OFGEM’s claim of average annual household savings of £129 following a 7% price cap drop as ‘totally misleading’.

Economics

23 h. ago How to save money on power as Ofgem confirms energy price cap

If you’re struggling to pay the electricity bill, you’re not alone

Economics

24 h. ago Martin Lewis warns new Ofgem energy price cap 'nothing to shout home about' and people need to be weary of one thing

Money saving expert Martin Lewis has given his verdict on the new energy price cap - and it's not good.

Events

24 h. ago Martin Lewis warns new Ofgem energy price cap 'nothing to shout home about' and people need to be wary of one thing

Money saving expert Martin Lewis has given his verdict on the new energy price cap - and it's not good.

Events

24 h. ago FTSE 100 Live 23 May: Sterling higher after retail surprise, energy bills fall

Household energy bills will fall by 7% from July after the latest energy price cap was revealed by Ofgem today.

Science

24 h. ago Energy bills calculator: See how much you will now pay as new price cap announced

Ofgem has confirmed a new price cap

Economics

24 h. ago Energy bills set to DROP in Britain in a matter of weeks as Ofgem reveals latest price cap

The typical bill will drop by £129 to £1,720 per year when the regulator's new price cap - which sets the limit on how much firms can charge customers per unit of energy - comes into force.

Economics

24 h. ago DWP mistake sees over 12,000 Brits receive £8,300 state pension payout

HMRC has been writing to thousands of older Brits over the last few years after confirming a major administration error had occurred, which caused thousands to have lower state pension payments than they should've

Economics

25 h. ago Martin Lewis urges people to get off energy price cap before July

The consumer champion warns Ofgem’s new price cap is still a ‘Pants Cap’.

Politics

25 h. ago FTSE 100 Live 23 May: Food sales drive retail surprise, energy bills fall

Household energy bills will fall by 7% from July after the latest energy price cap was revealed by Ofgem today.

Society

26 h. ago Martin Lewis issues warning to households after Ofgem energy price cap update

Martin Lewis has explained what happens next after it was confirmed the Ofgem energy price cap will fall by 7% from this July, taking the typical household bill from £1,849 to £1,720 a year

Events

26 h. ago Scots set to pay £500 more on energy bills this year despite new Ofgem price cap

Ofgem has announced the price cap will fall from £1,849 to £1,720 on July 1.

Economics