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Train strikes: What are the dates and where is affected?

Thousands of transport workers are striking in an ongoing row over pay, jobs and conditions. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ABskplP

Tax cuts pledge did cause disruption, Liz Truss says

The prime minister acknowledges that her economic plans "involve disruption in the short term". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/42oLxY0

EU agrees windfall tax on energy firms

The EU has agreed to implement levies on energy firms which are benefiting from soaring gas prices. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/kBADSab

New growth figures suggest UK not in recession

The economy grew in the second quarter of this year, but it remains smaller than pre-Covid levels. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/0WpC56k

Nike feels squeeze from strong dollar and discounts

The sportswear giant's shares fell by more than 9% in after-hours trading in New York. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/SqDNB0M

Cost of living: Energy bills set to rise but help cushions blow

A two-year government-set cap means price rises taking effect on Saturday are lower than initially expected. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Aq1G2Qv

Energy price cap: Three things to do before your bills rise

Millions are seeing their energy bills go up, but there are ways to help ease the mounting costs. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3H8ihSO

Cost of living tips: How to cut energy and heating costs in your home

Consumer Affairs Correspondent Colletta Smith has picked out some of the best ways to cut costs in your home. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ZDSXesq

King Charles: New coins featuring monarch's portrait unveiled

Centuries of tradition are followed as King Charles faces left - the opposite way to the Queen. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/gIp7zoT

US points finger at Russia over gas pipeline sabotage

US Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm tells the BBC its unlikely Nord Stream leaks are coincidence. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/zUJihBd

Mini-budget: PM to meet head of OBR following market turmoil

Liz Truss and the Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng will meet the independent forecaster the OBR on Friday. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3TOeAZ4

Energy bills: Householders urged to read meters before October price rise

The average annual household energy bill in the UK will rise from £1,971 to £2,500. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/vZAmnTr

Thousands complain to HMRC about tax repayments

The number of people complaining to HMRC about companies claiming tax repayments on their behalf has tripled in two years, a BBC investigation finds. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/DjeflZu

Can my mortgage offer be withdrawn? And other questions

BBC News personal-finance correspondent Kevin Peachey answers your mortgage questions. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2tUneWy

Rail strikes: Passengers urged not to travel during walkout

Network Rail say just one in 10 services will run and some areas will have no trains on Saturday. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/8s6JEDd

Bank emergency move driven by pension fund fears

The huge tax cutting plans in Friday's mini-budget sparked unprecedented moves in financial markets. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/qRfzQG1

Emergency Bank move will not solve the problem

This is a huge intervention that will buy the government time but not solve its problems. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ImBUQC2

Mortgage deals withdrawn in record numbers over rate rise fears

The number of mortgage products available has now halved since the start of December. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/PgYqaeb

Cost of living: Margarine prices rise, but blueberries get cheaper

Food inflation soared to its highest rate on record in September, according to an index. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/cP6dXYG

IMF sounds alarm on UK tax cut plans

The UK government proposals will work at "cross purposes" with the cost-of-living fight, the IMF says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/MFdpQZA

Royal Mail workers to hold 19 days of strike action

It will cover the Christmas build-up, including key shopping days Black Friday and Cyber Monday. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/VveaAWX

Irish budget: Finance minister unveils tax 'giveaways'

Paschal Donohoe says he is in a position to do so because the country has a large budget surplus. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Pi1Sond

Mortgage rates: 'I was ready to buy a house, now I'm totally lost'

Some economists predict the Bank of England will raise the interest rate to as much as 5.8% by next spring. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/WBu5b8p

Nord Stream: Mystery leaks in Russia gas pipelines spark warnings

The Nord Stream undersea gas network to Europe has sustained "unprecedented" damage in recent days. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/oiR86KA

Cost of living: Millions forced to turn to second jobs, report finds

More than five million people have taken on additional jobs, according to a report by Royal London. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/XPfuy73

Mortgage lenders halt some deals after pound falls

Two lenders, Virgin Money and Skipton, say they will stop mortgage offers to new customers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/fleU7Vy

Russia's gas pipeline leaking into Baltic Sea - Denmark

Denmark sets up a banned zone near the Bornholm island, where a Nord Stream 2 leak is reported. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/68L3BMH

Bank will 'not hesitate' to raise interest rates after pound's fall

The Bank of England will not hold an emergency meeting to set interest rates after the pound fell. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/a0HA7qo

TikTok may be fined £27m for failing to protect children

The video-sharing platform has been issued with a final notice of intent by the UK's data watchdog. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/VvP3ne7

Doncaster Sheffield Airport to close despite financial lifeline offer

Doncaster Sheffield Airport owner Peel says the wind-down will begin on 31 October. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/8VmTxj0

Aldi boss: Shoppers are switching in their droves

The discounter gains 1.5 million new customers in 12 weeks, says UK chief executive Giles Hurley. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/TNcEbjZ

Labour rival Tories with industry plan for economic growth

The shadow chancellor will pledge to boost UK industry by investing in green energy and technology. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2yxlaJY

Pound slumps to all-time low against dollar

Sterling plunged by 4% in early Asia trade to the lowest level since decimalisation in 1971. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/rdNe1kM

Electric car charging costs nearing petrol prices for some - RAC

The RAC suggests the soaring cost of charging an electric car could soon put people off buying them. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/q2vBd3O

Keir Starmer: Labour would reverse cut to top income tax rate

Scrapping the 45% rate is the "wrong choice" during a cost-of living crisis, the Labour leader says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/B2ApCvX

Kwasi Kwarteng: I want to keep cutting taxes

Tax cuts will help to boost growth, says chancellor, as government also looks at relaxing immigration. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/CWE42Pj

Kwasi Kwarteng's tax cuts benefit top 1%, Labour says

The government is taking a dangerous gamble, Angela Rayner says, but ministers argue tax cuts will get the economy growing. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/tJUSvMf

Pound sinks as markets react to mini-budget

UK stocks also fell after the chancellor outlined a series of tax cuts and economic measures. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/fTWIZz8

Income tax to be cut by 1p from April

The basic rate of income tax will fall from 20p to 19p in the pound next year, the chancellor says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/6J1t2oy

Stamp duty cut in bid to help house buyers

The chancellor says the changes mean 200,000 more house buyers will no longer pay the tax. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/4vS9q3Q

Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng vows to end 'cycle of stagnation' in mini-budget

Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng announces the biggest tax cuts since 1988 in a major change of economic policy. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/K1TvjYi

737 MAX: Boeing to pay $200m over charges it misled investors

US regulators said the firm and its former boss misled investors following two fatal crashes. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ThSeBbX

Bosses think workers do less from home, says Microsoft

A new survey from Microsoft suggests that workers and bosses disagree about productivity. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/GDuRZOq

UK fracking ban lifted, government announces

Scientific review into fracking concludes there is still a limited understanding of impacts. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/X6TscZr

Sri Lanka: Inflation rate jumps to 70.2% in August

The South Asian nation is facing its worst economic crisis since independence from the UK in 1948. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/wuAGK2C

Trumps inflated net worth by billions, says NY state lawsuit

Along with three of his children, the ex-president is accused of lying to "unjustly enrich himself". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/s6zimYP

Universal Credit rules to be tightened under chancellor's plans

Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng is expected to announce a welfare shake-up to 'get Britain working again'. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/8l5vECP

UK interest rates: Rise expected and what that means for you

The Bank of England will announce its decision later with a seventh consecutive rise expected. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/DVpib7n

Real Living Wage rises to £10.90 an hour

A rate increase for the voluntary scheme has been brought forward due to the rising cost of living. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/zpsMdx2

Plan to lift fracking ban with review of seismic level

A report on the risk of fracking-linked earthquakes is due as ministers seek to boost energy supplies. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Va27uMt

Ring doorbell inventor shares advice... about advice

Jamie Siminoff, inventor of the Ring wireless doorbell, shares his advice for the CEO Secrets series. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/NVqBeyx

Hundreds of 999 call handlers to join strikes in October

Emergency call centre staff will join 40,000 BT workers walking out in October, their union says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3XLWzZh

Germany nationalises gas giant amid energy crisis

The German government is taking a 98.5% stake in Uniper, one of the country's biggest suppliers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/BJm8qHA

Covid: Reserve Bank of Australia takes $30bn hit on bond purchases

The Reserve Bank of Australia's deputy governor says the loss will not effect its normal operations. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ic1TXMa

Inflation pushes debt interest payments to new record

Government borrowing reached £11.8bn in August, according to the Office for National Statistics. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/CmMopEn

Recession: Is the US heading into an 'ugly' downturn?

With stocks tanking and grocery bills high, many Americans feel like the economy is in a recession. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Azxb8p4

Cost of living: Students struggling with impact of soaring prices

One student tells the BBC of the isolating effect of running out of cash while studying at university. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/wePxzdi

Liz Truss defends plan to lift cap on bankers’ bonuses

The prime minister tells the BBC lifting a cap on bonuses is part of a plan to increase growth. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/OQJhUau

Mike Ashley to leave board of Sports Direct group

The billionaire will step down from Frasers Group's board and provide the firm with £100m of funding. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/yrQJjFu

Beyond Meat: Vegan food executive accused of biting man's nose

Beyond Meat's Douglas Ramsey reportedly got into a row after an American football match in Arkansas. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Iz0axRT

Molly Russell's inquest to put focus on big tech

The teenager's inquest begins today and some see it as test of the power of US tech giants. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/tksKC53

Reliance Industries: Daughter rises in Mukesh Ambani’s succession plan

Isha Ambani has been groomed to join the Reliance empire, unlike other women in her family. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/AOBDlhG

After 'slow start', US companies embrace refugees

As the world's refugee crisis is pushed to the brink, some corporations finally start to respond. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/KkQnaAq

Off-gridders take energy needs into their own hands

Natural disasters have spurred some communities and homeowners to generate their own electricity. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Uh19OFR

Will Liz Truss's economic plans make us richer?

The chancellor will unveil tax cuts on Friday as part of a bid to boost the UK economy. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/iUbpmLr

Queen's funeral: Mourners face severe rail delays to London and Windsor

No trains are running in or out of London Paddington as mourners descend on London and Windsor. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/U4eOg0j

Porsche IPO: Luxury car maker valued at up to $75bn in share sale

The stock market flotation is set to be Germany's second-largest ever initial public offering. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/kmzx8Yy

eBay bans sale of Queen lying-in-state wristbands

Different coloured bands which mark mourners' place in the queue were being offered as memorabilia. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Aid7WEQ

Transport bosses warn mourners of London queues

Huge numbers of people are expected to head to London on Monday for the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/CnWK7tJ

Uber investigating hack on its computer systems

A hacker was apparently able to gain access to the company's internal systems. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/kfpQaHJ

Germany takes control of three Rosneft oil refineries

The country takes temporary control of Rosneft subsidiaries in a move to bolster energy security. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/rWTKaPo

Retail sales fall as rising cost of living bites

Consumer spending was hit in August as household finances came under increasing pressure. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/SRNP3tQ

French air traffic control strikes affect thousands of passengers

Hundreds of flights are cancelled on Friday, affecting tens of thousands of passengers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/lQq9bVs

World Bank: Global rate hikes could trigger 2023 recession

The warning comes ahead of monetary policy meetings by US Federal Reserve and Bank of England. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/lzwFXUi

Michael Jordan's 'Last Dance' jersey fetches record $10.1m

It was reminiscent of a season where Jordan won his sixth and final NBA title with the Chicago Bulls. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/tY5wku0

Amazon workers in Coventry 'making history' with strike ballot

Staff at the Coventry warehouse are voting on whether to strike amid a row over a pay offer. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/M2m7aVL

Tax-cutting mini Budget on Friday next week

Questions had been raised over when the "fiscal event" would take place after the death of the Queen. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/DPXFAUC

Patagonia: Billionaire boss of fashion retailer gives company away

Yvon Chouinard will give all of the fashion company's profits to a charity fighting climate change. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/e0itPvl

Kwasi Kwarteng seeks to scrap bankers’ bonus cap to boost City

The new chancellor is considering removing a cap on bankers' bonuses as part of a shake-up of City rules. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ElNurVw

California says Amazon's dominance drives up online prices

America's most populous state sues the retail giant for alleged breaches of competition law. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/RHoPnzu

Citi offers junior bankers sun with Malaga office

The US investment bank has opened a new office on the Costa del Sol to help recruit junior staff. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/gmGSyfb

Queen Elizabeth II: First night trains for mourners set to depart

Night services will start on Wednesday after a busy day on London's trains and tubes. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/w2IQDuy

Asda limits sales of Just Essentials budget range

The supermarket temporarily limits purchases in its Just Essentials range, blaming soaring demand. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/mJ1jo68

McDonald's to close for Queen's funeral on Monday

The fast food chain will shut all its restaurants until 5pm on 19 September. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/nSGoMJ0

Foxconn and Vedanta to build $19bn India chip factory

This is the third semiconductor plant announced in India, which is aiming to be a global chipmaker. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/gq8HoP9

Queen's favourite brands hope to keep Royal Warrants

When Queen Elizabeth II passed away, more than 600 Royal Warrants passed with her. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/OWq2EmB

Twitter shareholders approve $44bn Musk deal

Twitter shareholders have approved a $44bn deal for the world's richest man to buy the company. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/A3sHWvN

Backlash as Center Parcs to close for Queen's funeral

Holidaymakers have been told they must leave Center Parcs sites for a day or go home early. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/15s3MHW

Twitter misleading the public, whistleblower says

Twitter's former head of security Peiter Zatko has been giving evidence to US lawmakers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/nk90eOL

Lower petrol prices help to slow US inflation

Inflation slips to 8.3%, but non-fuel costs continue to climb, putting pressure on the White House. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/fjK4ioh

Queen Elizabeth II: A life in Land Rovers

The iconic cars were "part of the royal family's DNA" according to motoring journalist Quentin Willson. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/W2lAQRs

Financial giant Goldman Sachs set for thousands of layoffs

The global investment bank said in July it might slow hiring as the economic outlook worsens. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/9sYQ8lt

Rich to get twice as much cost of living support, says think tank

The Resolution Foundation says limits on energy bills were needed, but the rich will benefit more. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/7316FTK

Should billboard advertising be banned?

Campaigners want to see the end of all outdoor advertising, calling it "sight pollution". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/eXDNYSO

Mini Budget still planned for this month, No 10 says

A "fiscal event" to outline funding to tackle the cost-of-living crisis is still due to take place. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Mak9lYv

John Lewis and Homebase among shops closing for Queen's funeral

Supermarket chain Waitrose is also among the retailers who will shut on Monday 19 September. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/1UhBivV

Mourners set to create 'unprecedented' demand for travel to London

Transport bosses say they expect "unprecedented" numbers on railways and roads to London. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/SNcdP9G

Discounts for cutting peak-time electricity use too low, energy firms say

Two UK energy firms say a plan to offer discounts on bills could fail if people are not offered more. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ZA1OFlT

Tom Scholar: Former top civil servants hit out at Treasury boss sacking

Sir Tom Scholar's sacking compromises the civil service's independence, a former cabinet secretary says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/P76XRDv

Japan could lift cap on foreign tourists to lift economy

Officials are concerned at the yen's slide to its lowest level against the US dollar in 24 years. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Vp4hDnE

UK economy grows in July but misses forecasts

The Women's Euro Championship helped boost growth though expansion was weaker than expected. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/NehFPrf

Queen Elizabeth II: Trains to London likely to be 'extremely busy'

Train travel in the mourning period for the Queen is likely to be "extremely busy", the rail operator warns. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/N86k0VY

Energy price cap: Questions firms need answers to

Firms will get energy price support for six months, but they say many questions remain unanswered. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/TtDd9eo

Smart motorways: Lack of hard shoulder contributed to death - coroner

Nargis Begum, from Sheffield, died after her car broke down on the M1 and was hit by another vehicle. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/FWaRerE

Bank of England delays interest rate decision after Queen's death

The UK's central bank postpones its meeting by a week "in light of the period of national mourning". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/lNtzE8y

Energy firms will contact customers over bill cuts

Households will be told how the plan to reduce energy bills announced by Liz Truss will affect them. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/G8aRczj

Royal rebranding: What will happen to stamps, coins, banknotes and passports?

We're used to seeing Queen Elizabeth II's portrait and coat of arms in our change and on cereal boxes. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/n7FARwe

Warning millions will still need extra help with energy bills

Government support with rising energy costs is welcome but may not be enough, say campaigners. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/29jWa04

Some strike action cancelled after the Queen's death

Strike action by postal workers and RMT train staff has been cancelled following the death of the Queen. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/mKJVNFk

Apple founder's daughter mocks new iPhone

Model and equestrian Eve Jobs appears unimpressed by the tech giant's new features on its latest iPhone. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/bcnCrT7

Energy bills: 'The government help is no use to me'

Households and businesses remain nervous over rising energy costs as the PM announces new measures. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/mIf0exX

Eurozone interest rates in record rise to fight inflation

The European Central Bank takes strong action as it tries to cool rapid price growth in the eurozone. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/JjbgEZN

What the new Liz Truss energy plan means for you

The government will borrow tens of billions of pounds to limit energy bill rises. What does it mean for you? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/zJ9A1vI

Kim Kardashian adds private equity firm to her portfolio

Reality TV star is the latest celebrity to build on her billion dollar brand in private investments. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/qfDhsrd

Liz Truss set to unveil plans to cut energy bills for millions

The government could borrow £100bn to cap the typical household energy bill at around £2,500 a year. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/yIs64Xg

Royal Mail staff announce fresh strikes over pay

Further dates for walkouts are announced by staff in the Communication Workers Union. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/nINo9Sa

Beavertown Brewery bought out by Heineken

London-based Beavertown has become the latest craft beer brewer to be taken over by a drinks giant. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/n5OltBj

OEUK calls on government for rapid North Sea action

Offshore trade body says urgent government action is needed to maximise the UK's energy security. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/4OYVXgA

Inflation to be 'significantly lower' than expected under bills plan

Plans by Liz Truss to cap energy bills may mean inflation peaks at 10.8%, says Goldman Sachs. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Hm1wKAX

US bars 'advanced tech' firms from building China factories for 10 years

The US has barred chip companies that get federal funding from building advanced facilities in China. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/YWDJyXl

Warning that firms will fail without energy bill help

Tens of thousands of businesses could go under without government support, say insolvency experts. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/6Orwn0M

Holiday Inn hit by cyber attack

The chain, run by Intercontinental Hotel Group, said their online services were facing disruptions. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/XgWixV2

Who is Kwasi Kwarteng? New UK chancellor likes a challenge

The new UK Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng is a past winner of University Challenge - and a key ally of Liz Truss. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/47boT3R

Firefighters and control room staff could strike over pay

Union leaders say the move follows a 2% pay offer which has not risen despite rising inflation. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/eQZy2Lj

Jetstar apologises to stranded passengers in Bali

Flight cancellations by Qantas' budget airline stranded thousands of passengers in Bali over the last week. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/wMZD4GN

Locations revealed for new shared banking hubs

Customers of any bank will be able to withdraw and deposit cash, but the new hubs will not open immediately. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/WwZ5jP3

Instagram fined €405m over children's data privacy

The regulator found some children's business accounts had been set to public by default. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/qTVkmi9

Government closes in on energy rescue plan

Energy suppliers will be able to take out state-backed loans to subsidise bills for consumers and some firms. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/cbFZeR9

TransPennine: Under-pressure rail firm to run reduced timetable

Staff sickness and a backlog in training are blamed for cuts to TransPennine Express services. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Zo5jIit

Gas prices soar 26% after Russia keeps key pipeline closed

The continued closure of Nord Stream 1 has added to concerns about energy supplies this winter. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/pQxGsbt

Australia liquor store hiring with 10-minute interviews

Dan Murphy's in Australia is holding quick 'on-the-spot' interviews to beat staff shortage. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/FErd8eZ

New PM's energy bill options to include freeze plan

Energy industry sources tell the BBC they expect an overall freeze in bills to be announced this week. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/fBvrKY2

Workplace accidents: Inside India's 'factories of death'

Are the country's efforts to become an industrial powerhouse coming at the cost of workers' safety? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Bzdp4uo

Calais: Ferry companies apologise for long waits

Travellers returning home from their summer breaks in Europe report lengthy queues at the French port. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/tMyeORv

It's fair to give wealthiest more money back - Truss

The Tory leadership hopeful says Tory policy on distribution of income has failed to grow the economy. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Zp0s7lo

Bus fare cap: England charges to be held at £2 for three months

The measure will run from January to March and cost £60m, the government announces. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/onHaUTp

When is a bestseller not necessarily a bestseller?

When publishers pay to get on a shop's bestselling shelves or staff base rankings on sales forecasts. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ktzAiVf

Premier League spending tops £1.9bn

A remarkable summer transfer window closed on Thursday with a number of new spending records set - including the most expensive ever deadline day signing in Manchester United's £82m purchase of Anthony. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/jlmTfY6

When are the second cost-of-living payment and £400 energy rebate due?

More payments to help with the cost of living will be paid later in the year as bills soar. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/4VGMLqw

Sizewell C: Boris Johnson 'confident' nuclear plant will go ahead

Boris Johnson pledges £700m for the project in Suffolk, adding a decision is likely within weeks. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/rTexlfA

Pound slides as fears mount for UK economy

The British currency fell 5% against the dollar in August as recession looms. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/TXnZDI2

Russian oil chief Maganov dies in 'fall from hospital window'

The death of Lukoil boss Ravil Maganov is the latest mysterious death involving a Russian business figure. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ioDnvRq