Healey vows cheaper marmalade and gherkins in pre-Budget package
Speaking from the Treasury, Healey articulated the rationale behind the measures, attributing the current economic strain to external geopolitical factors. She stated unequivocally that the ongoing conflicts in Iran and…
Anthropic warns of AI’s ‘catastrophic risks’ ahead of major IPO
The planned blockbuster stock market listing is poised to see Anthropic’s valuation surpass that of Elon Musk’s SpaceX, which achieved an initial valuation of approximately $1.8 trillion during its substantial…
Teesdale residents say heating oil price ‘more than double’ last year
The stark reality of the situation is laid bare by recent market figures. Households across vast rural swathes of the North East and North Yorkshire, encompassing areas like Teesdale, Weardale,…
Healey’s Budget needs to sustain the stronger economy through gathering clouds
Healey, a former defence secretary, has embraced these stringent protocols, approaching public engagements with a resolute refusal to break the Budget omertà – a stance reminiscent of cricketing legend Geoffrey…
What is the Budget and what could be in it?
The annual Budget is a pivotal moment in the UK’s economic calendar, a comprehensive statement outlining the government’s financial plans for the coming year and beyond. Delivered by the Chancellor…
Rosebank: Life on the oil field at the centre of a political storm
When the reporting team landed by helicopter at Rosebank, this formidable oil field was not only at the epicentre of a burgeoning political storm but also braced for a literal…
Budget to include £1bn for social and affordable housing.
The upcoming Budget is poised to deliver a significant injection of over £1 billion for social and affordable housing across England, a move that will push the government’s extensive 10-year…
Shropshire charity expects demand for Christmas present campaign
Established with the core mission of alleviating poverty and supporting vulnerable families, Little Stars typically offers a wide array of free essentials, ranging from baby clothes and equipment to nappies,…
Rising demand from Jersey families needing Christmas help
The reasons propelling families to seek support from the appeal are multifaceted and deeply rooted in contemporary economic and social challenges. Unemployment, a persistent concern for some islanders, can plunge…
Household energy bills forecast to see biggest rise in four years
Adding to the gravity of the situation, Simone Rossi, the chief executive of major energy supplier EDF, has issued a stark warning that the UK is "walking into a second…















