20 h. ago FTSE 100 Live 12 December: GDP reverse fuels rate cut bets, Card Factory slides

The UK economy declined by 0.1% for a second successive month in October, figures today showed.

Politics

21 h. ago FTSE 100 Live 12 December: UK economy contracts, Card Factory profit warning

The UK economy declined by 0.1% for a second successive month in October, figures today showed.

Events

40 h. ago Budget airlines rarely offer their lowest advertised cabin bag prices, finds Which?

Ryanair, Wizz Air and easyJet have all been called out by consumer group Which? who conducted a study into their cheapest cabin bag prices across 1,500 flights.

Economics

44 h. ago Tony Blair gives Shabana Mahmood stamp of approval amid Labour leadership speculation

The former prime minister praised the home secretary’s ‘radical’ style and ‘political philosophy’ behind her immigration crackdown, comparing it to his own approach in power

Politics

46 h. ago The moment Tony Blair realised decommissioning Royal Yacht Britannia was a 'mistake'

Built in 1953, the British vesel ruled the seas for over four decades and frequently played host to members of the Firm - including Charles and Diana for their honeymoon in 1981.

Events

52 h. ago Research reveals easyJet's cheapest cabin bag prices might not exist

New research by Which? looked into almost 1,500 cabin bag prices for the three major budget airlines to see whether the cheap cabin bag deals could be found.

Politics

61 h. ago Small businesses need lower taxes and energy costs, UK survey finds

New research shows 77% of adults believe small businesses deserve greater backing from government, with calls to cut business rates and slash energy costs

Economics

3 d. ago Tony Blair left out of Gaza ‘board of peace’ due to Iraq war history

Former UK Prime Minister had eyed a leading role on Trump’s council after working on the Israel-Hamas peace process

Events

3 d. ago Tony Blair 'is DROPPED' from Trump's Gaza 'peace board' after complaints from Arab states... but will get lower

Tony Blair was touted for a top role overseeing the territory as part of the ceasefire deal unveiled by Donald Trump in September.

Politics

3 d. ago John Swinney keeping election focus on independence and energy will be fatal for Anas Sarwar

A Scottish Labour NHS event was overshadowed by John Swinney vowing to cut energy bills with independence.

Events

4 d. ago Tony Blair reportedly dropped from Trump’s Gaza ‘board of peace’ shortlist

Former UK leader loses out on key role in transitional authority after objections from Arab and Muslim nationsTony Blair will not occupy a key position on Donald Trump’s Gaza “peace council” after Arab and Muslim nations were reported to have objected to the involvement of the former UK prime minister.According to the Financial Times (FT), Blair has been quietly dropped from consideration for Trump’s “board of peace”, which Trump has said he would chair himself. Continue reading...

Politics

4 d. ago John Swinney vows SNP will cut energy bills by one third with independence

The First Minister’s pledge has not yet been backed up by any figures on how bills would be cut by one third.

Science

5 d. ago Reeves’ £150 cut in energy bills will be nuked by Sizewell costs, ex

Dale Vince’s claims over the impact of paying for Sizewell C on energy bills is one of a number of hidden costs which could see consumers pay higher bills - instead of £150 less

Economics

6 d. ago Tony Blair ‘planning major intervention’ over Labour’s future

The former Labour leader is reported to be ‘looking closely’ at leadership candidates

Politics

7 d. ago House prices fall in south east but rise in north: Will there be a post

With tax uncertainty over and mortgage rates falling, many agents and mortgage brokers are confident the market will bounce back in 2026.

Politics

7 d. ago Price of popular pint to rise in pubs as brewer blames Reeves’ brutal Budget increases

DRINKERS will feel the pinch as the price of a popular pint is set to shoot up across the country in months. The cost of a pint of Asahi will increase next year due to rising costs, alcohol duty and changes to Government legislation. Dhati Holohan, Asahi UK sales director, told the Morning Advertiser she...

Economics

8 d. ago British Airways dramatically increases price of rewards flights

The major airline has made changes to its popular loyalty scheme in light of recent announcements in the Chancellor's Budget.

Events

9 d. ago Energy firms told to pass on £150 discount to customers on fixed tariffs

Energy Secretary Ed Miliband has written to energy firms calling on them to ensure that consumers on fixed energy tariffs also benefit from the cut.

Economics

9 d. ago Pubs face financial ruin after Rachel Reeves' Budget stealth tax raid: Landlords hike pint prices, reduce opening hours and axe staff in desperate bid to save their boozers

Landlords have warned that punters could potentially be charged more than £18 for a pint as a result of surging costs - while the rate of pub closures accelerates.

Economics

9 d. ago Energy suppliers slash fixed tariffs on hopes of peace in Ukraine: Should you switch YOUR deal?

Several energy suppliers have cut their fixed tariffs over the last week, with the wholesale cost of energy falling - meaning customers could save money.

Economics