Greggs plans to close four UK factories, risking 740 jobs, citing cost efficiency. The move follows strong sales growth but faces union criticism. No final decisions have been made. Uncertainty remains over job impacts and future plans.
Speculation grows over potential scrapping of the triple lock pension system to fund social care, with OBR projecting £15.5bn annual cost by 2030. No official response from government yet.
Chancellor John Healey pledges to expand apprenticeships for young people, citing fiscal discipline and criticism of welfare spending. Unclear funding for Union Learning Fund.
Avanti West Coast train services will be nationalised from March next year, following government claims of poor performance. The company's contract ends on 7 March, and the move is part of a broader plan to bring rail services under public ownership.
Beaverbrooks, a family-owned jeweller, calls for government to halt cost increases as profits fall 9% and sales stagnate. The firm attributes the decline to higher employer NICs and minimum wage rises.
The UK's 'Your First Home' scheme aims to assist first-time buyers with a small deposit, but experts highlight challenges in saving £17,000. LISA and mortgage options are discussed, though details on new policies remain unclear.
Chiltern Railways has entered public ownership as part of Labour's plan to renationalise all major passenger rail services by 2027. The move aims to improve reliability and reduce overcrowding, but faces challenges including union opposition to driver-only trains.
The US Federal Reserve raised interest rates by 0.25% amid inflation concerns. The hike may impact consumers and businesses. Trump criticized the move, calling for lower rates. Uncertainty remains on future rate changes.
Tech companies like Nvidia, Palantir, and Anduril are selling branded clothing as part of brand promotion and reputation management. Critics argue it's a way to shift public perception, while supporters see it as a cultural phenomenon.
UK inflation rose to its highest level in five months in August, driven by surging petrol and diesel prices, as well as increased airfares. The Office for National Statistics (ONS) reported inflation at 3.1%, up from 2.9% in July. Global oil prices, particularly Brent crude, have surged past $100 a barrel due to the on
New Zealand's parliament passed an FTA with India, reducing tariffs on 95% of exports. The deal, signed in April 2025, aims to boost trade and investment. Details on India's response are not provided.
North Sea oil and gas firms want the windfall tax scrapped three years early, citing high energy bills. Critics argue it undermines climate goals.
Fashion Roundtable urges Andy Burnham to manufacture NHS and MoD uniforms in UK, citing economic and security benefits. Concerns over overseas production and supply chain resilience remain.
UK government plans to nationalise Speciality Steel UK to protect 1,300 jobs. The move follows failed private sector bids. Blastr Green Steel expressed disappointment.
New rules permit digital ID apps for age checks in pubs and shops, with concerns over accessibility and privacy.
Insurers report increased thefts of laptops, phones and bikes among students. Advice on securing belongings and insurance coverage provided. Details on insurance options and legal obligations outlined.
Air India flight AI1886 from Bhopal to Delhi diverted to Jaipur due to technical issue. Safety checks underway. Details on UK flight disruptions also provided. Limited information on passenger impact.
The UK government is piloting ai bootcamps in Preston to address youth unemployment, targeting neets. Experts debate ai's impact on non-graduate jobs, with mixed views on its role in the crisis.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman announced a delay to the company's IPO, citing safety concerns. Anthropic's CEO Dario Amodei called for slowing AI development. Anthropic plans to proceed with its IPO despite safety concerns.
Supermarkets are replacing tinned mackerel with cheaper jack mackerel, raising concerns over nutrition and labeling. The shift is due to overfishing and sustainability issues.