John Lewis Partnership today posted a half-year loss after highlighting the impact of higher National Insurance costs.
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Games such as Omaze and McDonald’s Monopoly ‘normalising gambling’, says charity
by News Roomby News RoomGambleAware said survey findings suggested a link between prize draws such as Omaze and McDonald’s Monopoly and gambling harm.
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One in five low-income pensioners ‘could not afford an emergency £200 bill’
by News Roomby News RoomThree in 10 older people on low incomes said they are in some level of debt, according to the research for the Living Wage Foundation.
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Lime bike trips spike as Londoners seek alternative travel amid Tube strikes
by News Roomby News RoomLime revealed a more than 50% jump in trips during rush hour traffic on Monday and Tuesday.
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The initial public offering (IPO) was one of the biggest to launch this year.
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Reeves accepts impact of taxes on growth as she orders Cabinet to tighten belts
by News Roomby News RoomThe Chancellor said: “I do recognise that tax policy does impact economic growth. One of the reasons why I spoke about the need for spending restraint at Cabinet yesterday is…
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Firms could be given freedom to set their own contactless card limits
by News Roomby News RoomDavid Geale, executive director of payments and digital finance at the FCA, said: “We’re seeing smarter payment technology and more well-established fraud controls, so it’s the right time to let…
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“With over two-in-five StepChange clients in energy arrears, averaging over £2,300, this is one of the most pressing issues they face. For council tax, we see increased levels of harm…
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Household complaints to water watchdog soar to highest level in nine years
by News Roomby News RoomThe increasing number of complaints comes amid the steepest bill rises since the privatisation of the industry.
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Prior to the meeting at the White House, the First Minister met representatives and member companies of the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (Discus) and the Scotch Whisky…