Recent News
- UK business activity rises to 12-month high in August
S&P survey findings come as official figures show government borrowed less than expected in July
- UK asylum applications hit record of 111,000 in Starmer’s first year in office
Figure reflects surge in small boat arrivals to the country
- Russian missiles target Ukrainian cities in largest attack for weeks
Zelenskyy says Moscow struck US civilian factory and shows no sign of wanting end to war
- WHSmith shares tumble 30% after accounting error in North American arm
Retailer calls in Deloitte and slashes forecast after ‘overstatement’ of profits
- Councils move to close off key alternative to asylum hotels in England
Local authorities tighten controls on houses in multiple occupation amid fears for community cohesion