Jeffrey Donaldson steps down as DUP leader over ‘historical’ allegations March 29, 2024 Sir Jeffrey Donaldson is stepping down as leader of the Democratic Unionist Party “with immediate effect” after being charged with historic allegations.
New tariffs for UK exports to Canada after failure to secure post-Brexit deal exemption March 28, 2024 New tariffs are set to hit British firms exporting to Canada from Easter Monday, after talks on extending the trade exemption failed.
UK economy: Disposable income climbs despite recession March 28, 2024 Despite a rise in disposable income, household expenditure actually fell as people replenished their savings accounts and paid down debt.
Why this week’s wind power auction could be a make-or-break moment in the UK’s net zero journey March 27, 2024 The success of Auction Round Six is vital to the UK's net zero ambitions
BBC ‘new brands’ plan sparks criticism for ‘assault’ on commercial media March 27, 2024 The BBC director-general’s announcement that the broadcaster will launch “two new brands” has sparked criticism of its “overreach” and “assault on commercial journalism”.
Sunak announces mini reshuffle after ministers quit government March 26, 2024 Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has announced a reshuffle of his ministerial ranks after two Conservative MPs resigned from the government.
UK issues sanctions and summons ambassador over Chinese cyber-attacks March 25, 2024 The government has issued sanctions and summoned the Chinese ambassador over state-affiliated cyber-attacks which spies could use to target UK-based dissidents.
Leasehold reforms set to be walked back after investor lobbying March 25, 2024 Plans to cap ground rents on leasehold properties are set to be walked back after lobbying from pension funds and investors, according to reports.
Under 20 per cent of Tory 2019 voters expect to benefit from Spring Budget – poll March 25, 2024 Less than 20 per cent of Conservative 2019 voters expect to be better off thanks to the Spring Budget, a new poll has found.
‘Stars are aligning’ for UK economy after inflation data and Bank of England rate decision March 22, 2024 "We think the stars are aligning for stronger consumer spending growth this year," Rob Wood, chief UK economist at Pantheon Macroeconomics said.