The group reported a 13.6% drop in underlying pre-tax profits to £199.9 million for the six months to December 28.
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DWP’s new bank account checking powers ‘must have risk of over-reach mitigated’
by News Roomby News RoomThe Department should report annually how often it has used the powers given to it and with what impact, the Public Accounts Committee urged.
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Social media ads for prescription-only weight-loss medicines banned
by News Roomby News RoomThe posts used discount codes and referral links to advertise the jabs for the online pharmacies Voy, Zava, MedExpress and UK Meds Direct.
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The FTSE 100 index closed down 32.39 points, 0.3%, at 10,353.84.
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He told Parliament’s Business and Trade Committee that the sector is at threat due to fears of further cheap Chinese imports.
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Dunelm sees profits hit after festive sales miss but trading starting to rebound
by News Roomby News RoomThe retailer said pre-tax profits fell 7.5% to £114 million in the six months to December 27.
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FTSE 100 Live 10 February: BP buyback halt hits shares, Barclays CEO gets £15m
by News Roomby News RoomA surprise halt to BP share buybacks today fuelled a weaker session for the FTSE 100 index.
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Third of children who use AI chatbots consider tech to be a ‘friend’
by News Roomby News RoomBarry Laker, head of the Childline service at the NSPCC, said: “AI is becoming a regular part of children’s online experiences. When used safely and responsibly, it can offer opportunities,…
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Retail sales pick up in January after consumers hold off on Christmas spending
by News Roomby News RoomThe British Retail Consortium and KPMG said total UK retail sales increased by 2.7% year on year in January.
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The railway’s dismal record on digital connection needs urgent action
by News Roomby News RoomHours that could be spent working, are swallowed by poor connectivity. Lost productivity reduces competitiveness, undermines wellbeing, and stifles regional growth. Countries that invest in seamless digital infrastructure allow workers…