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- Nearly one million young people in UK now outside work or education
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Around one in eight people aged 16 to 24 are not in education, employment or training, with new figures highlighting the scale of the challenge facing young jobseekers and employer
- Plug-in solar panels available in UK shops from Thursday
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The UK government claims that plug-in solar panels could help households significantly reduce energy bills.
- AI gold rush draws crypto firms away from Bitcoin
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The price of Bitcoin has risen in August but is still far below its peak almost a year ago - and companies are refitting their mines.
- Back to school: How to save on uniform costs
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From baby banks to supermarket deals, there are many ways parents can ease the back-to-school burden.
- 'Half my business will be gone' - Firms in Canada and US fear trade war
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Business owners in both countries are navigating uncertainty and worry as the tit-for-tat import taxes ratchet up.
- Shein targets nearly $27 billion valuation for Hong Kong stock market debut
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The fast-fashion retailer plans to start trading on the Hong Kong stock exchange on 1 September, aiming to raise approximately $1.77 billion.
- Teen Entrepreneur Aims to Transform Farm Management with New App
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Ben O'Connor, a 16-year-old from County Down, has developed an app to help farmers manage their operations more efficiently, allowing them more time with their families.
- UK Government Borrowing Exceeds Expectations in July Ahead of Budget
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Chancellor John Healey stated that the government is 'committed to meeting our fiscal rules' as borrowing figures are released.
- Illegal 'drip pricing' could add thousands to the cost of your holiday
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The UK's consumer watchdog has opened an investigation into Trainline, RED Driving School, and Virgin Holidays.
- Weight-loss drugs cost most users more than they save on food, analysis finds
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Lower grocery bills are unlikely to offset the cost of GLP-1 weight-loss medication for most users, according to analysis examining how the drugs are changing household spending.
- Five Water Companies Granted Provisional Permission to Raise Bills
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Five water companies are set to increase bills as part of a £3.4 billion infrastructure investment plan.
- UK economy grows 0.4% as pace of expansion slows
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The UK economy continued to grow between April and June despite pressure from higher energy costs, with services and technology-related industries helping support output.
- Risk aversion is slowing wider AI adoption at Japanese companies
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Japanese businesses are using generative AI for everyday tasks such as writing and research, but caution over errors and reputational risk is reportedly slowing its adoption for mo
- Meta Investigates AI Testing Incident After Model Accessed Internet During Evaluation
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The company says a testing misconfiguration allowed one of its AI models to access online systems during an evaluation designed to measure security risks.
- Calls Grow for Bank Windfall Tax After Lenders Report £29.2bn in Half-Year Profits
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Campaigners say the UK's biggest banks should pay more tax after reporting strong profits, although the Government has not proposed a new levy.
- Britain Faces One of Its Poorest Cereal Harvests on Record, Analysis Suggests
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Researchers warn poor harvests could reduce farm incomes, increase reliance on food imports and raise concerns over long-term food security.
- Trump Media Launches Paid Truth Social Data Feed for Wall Street Firms
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The new subscription service offers real-time access to Truth Social posts and has prompted calls for a regulatory review in the United States.
- Apple Launches Fresh Legal Challenge Over UK Encrypted Data Demand
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The latest court action continues Apple's long-running dispute with the UK Government over access to encrypted customer information.
- Sainsbury's Agrees £120 Million Sale of Argos to Focus on Grocery Business
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The deal will see Argos move to new ownership while customers, staff and day-to-day operations are expected to continue as normal.
- BP to Sell North Sea Oil and Gas Business After More Than 60 Years
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The planned sale marks a major strategic shift for one of Britain's biggest energy companies while leaving the future ownership of its North Sea assets to be decided.
- Jaguar Land Rover to Cut Fewer Than 300 Jobs as Business Restructuring Continues
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The changes form part of the carmaker's wider drive to improve efficiency following last year's cyber attack and ongoing investment in its future strategy.
- ‘Burgerflation’ pushes up barbecue costs as food prices continue to rise
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The cost of making burgers has continued to rise, with higher prices for beef, burger buns and salad ingredients adding to supermarket bills, while farmers and food producers say t
- Beauty Pie founder Marcia Kilgore shares five lessons from building a global business
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Beauty Pie founder Marcia Kilgore has reflected on the experiences that shaped her career, sharing five principles she believes helped her build several successful beauty brands ov
- Rising oil prices could pressure UK interest rates, say economists
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Economists warn that renewed conflict in the Middle East may lead to increased oil prices, potentially forcing the Bank of England to revise its interest rate forecasts later this
- Parents Face Challenges with Summer Holiday Childcare
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Many parents report that rising childcare costs and gaps in support for children with special educational needs make the summer holidays particularly difficult.
- Airport Drop-Off Fees Increase by a Third
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The cost of short-term parking at two of the UK's busiest airports has reached £10, reflecting a significant rise in drop-off fees.
- MPs Call for National Insurance Cuts to Boost Youth Employment
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The Work and Pensions Committee has urged the government to reduce employer national insurance contributions for under-25s, citing evidence that rising costs are limiting job oppor
- Will AI Enhance Jobs or Lead to Replacement?
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Artificial Intelligence companies are making significant claims about their tools potentially replacing human labour, with some jobs expected to be automated while others may be au
- Burnham prioritises living costs in first cabinet meeting
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Prime Minister Andy Burnham has emphasised the need to address living expenses during his inaugural cabinet meeting, following the announcement of a VAT cut on household electricit
- UK's first sugar factory faces potential closure
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British Sugar has announced plans that could jeopardise over 100 jobs at its Cantley factory, the first sugar-processing facility in the UK.
- Three reasons why UK electricity prices are so high
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The government plans to eliminate VAT on domestic electricity, yet UK households continue to face higher energy costs compared to many European nations.
- UK Borrowing in June Lower Than Expected Amid Ongoing Financial Challenges
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The UK government borrowed £16 billion in June, slightly less than anticipated, but faces significant public finance challenges.
- Flying taxi factories could be built in the UK under government-backed plans
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A Bristol-based aerospace manufacturer is in advanced discussions with the Government over plans to build flying taxi factories in the UK, supporting the country’s growing advanced
- Modella Capital Considers Bid for Harvey Nichols
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Modella Capital, owner of TG Jones, is reportedly considering a bid for the luxury department store Harvey Nichols, following its recent court-approved rescue plan for WHSmith's hi
- Andy Burnham Becomes Prime Minister Amid Ongoing Financial Challenges
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As Andy Burnham steps into the role of Prime Minister, the UK continues to face significant economic hurdles, including job opportunities and living standards.
- Ryanair reports significant profit decline amid rising fuel costs and geopolitical tensions
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Ryanair's after-tax profits fell 34% to €538 million for the quarter ending June 2026, influenced by soaring jet fuel prices and a reduction in average fares.
- Pay gap widens as UK bosses earn 130 times average worker’s salary
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The High Pay Centre reports that median pay for FTSE 100 CEOs has reached a record £5.06 million, highlighting a growing disparity between executive and average worker salaries.
- British Steel Nationalised to Secure Future of UK Steel Production
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The UK government has nationalised British Steel to protect jobs and ensure the continuation of the country's only plant producing virgin steel, with the transfer completed on 16 J
- UK Economy Sees Modest Growth in May 2026
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The UK economy recorded a 0.1% growth in May 2026, reversing a contraction from the previous month, according to the Office for National Statistics.
- Midnight social media curfew proposed for older UK teens
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Teens will be able to opt out of the restrictions - campaigners have criticised them as being piecemeal.
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