“While global macroeconomic pressures, geopolitical uncertainty and energy costs continue to weigh on investment decisions, the survey decisively concludes that Scotland’s fundamentals remain strong: a deep talent base, competitive cities,…
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Major high street bank launches savings account paying 8% interest
by News Roomby News RoomThe regular saver account is available to all Santander current account customers.
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Sir Keir anticipates there will be a new Prime Minister in office before parliament returns in September, with Mr Burnham widely considered the frontrunner to take over. Some of the…
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The FTSE 100 closed up 74.58 points, or 0.7%, at 10,437.85.
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The organisation said issues linked to surveys being used to inform data will lead to a ‘reduced quality’ in its statistics released in July.
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Santander UK owner reveals plans to cut costs by over £430m under AI strategy
by News Roomby News RoomBanco Santander is targeting more than one billion euros (£860 billion) in extra revenues and cost savings from AI between 2026 and 2028
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Landlords who refuse to fix dangerous problems face fines of up to £7,000
by News Roomby News RoomFrom Monday, councils across England will gain a new power to issue landlords fines of up to £7,000 for serious hazards in private renters’ homes, such as severe damp and…
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Pension expert explains what couples could consider when planning retirement
by News Roomby News RoomWomen were particularly likely to say their partner had not supported their retirement security, research from Scottish Widows indicated.
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A three-year-old boy is in a critical but stable condition in hospital after he was allegedly thrown into a crocodile enclosure on Thursday.
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Household food bills ‘risk pressure from degraded soil and climate volatility’
by News Roomby News RoomPraveena Sridhar, chief policy and science officer of Save Soil, said staples such as potatoes, bread and vegetables could be particularly exposed in terms of the pressure on family budgets,…