Business

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt warns of 'public sector waste' crackdown after government borrowing lower than expected

Seaside FM October 20, 2023

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has warned of a crackdown on "public sector waste" and focus on tackling debt after official figures showed government borrowing was lower…

Global accountancy watchdog close to naming Izza successor

Seaside FM October 19, 2023

The global professional body for chartered accountants is close to naming a new boss, months after it faced the embarrassment of a formal censure by…

10-year UK gilts are close to a 15-year high

Seaside FM October 19, 2023

The cost of UK state borrowing is close to a 15-year high - levels seen only twice since the global financial crash.

Investigation launched into firm's sewage spills - including near Europe's largest bottlenose dolphin population

Seaside FM October 19, 2023

An investigation has been launched into a water firm's sewage spills near Europe's largest bottlenose dolphin population.

Shoplifting up 25% in the past year

Seaside FM October 19, 2023

Shoplifting offences recorded by police forces in England and Wales have risen by a quarter in the past year, according to official figures.

'Concern' for retailers ahead of Christmas as sales and shopper confidence fall

Seaside FM October 19, 2023

A closely-watched barometer of consumer confidence is warning of "concern" for retailers ahead of Christmas, as official figures for September show a steep fall in…