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'Queen of skincare' Caroline Hirons calls for business rates cut for beauty salons

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The 'Queen of skincare' Caroline Hirons has joined calls on Andy Burnham to save beauty salons from an avalanche of costs.

These are the steps I'm taking now to shield my finances in the event of a stock market crash. It's time to take a look at your own investments and do the same: JEFF PRESTRIDGE

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For the past year, financial experts have warned of a stock market crash triggered by the popping of the Artificial Intelligence (AI) bubble.

Brendan Cole: Celebrities are paid more the further they go in Strictly...I made sure Lulu got booted out early!

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Brendan Cole is a New Zealand ballroom dancer, famous for appearing on BBC TV's Strictly Come Dancing from 2004 to 2017.

Whisky plugs drinks giant Diageo's pension black hole

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Dave Lewis is trying to revive the fortunes of the world's largest spirits group after nearly 2,000 jobs were shed last year.

Bank of England insiders warn AI boom could push up interest rates in Britain

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If AI delivers a surge in economic output as new tools allow workers to produce more, it could spark increased spending and investment which would push up prices, according to a post.

Ultra-rich pay up to £40,000 a week on rent to dodge Britain's property taxes

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London's ultra-rich are forking out as much as £40,000 a week for rental properties in the capital as steep stamp duty bills and fears of more punitive property taxes put many off buying.

The devastating financial minefield facing unmarried couples: Our financial expert breaks down the tax traps you could be falling into if you cohabit... and what to do NOW to protect your wealth

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While there may not be any immediate tangible benefits to being wed, few realise just how many financial protections it offers, and just how precarious their position is if they don't tie the knot...

British cement firms 'are facing extinction' - Bosses warn cheap imports will bury the sector

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Britain's cement industry is facing extinction if the Government does not act within the next few months to prevent the sector being buried by cheap imports, business leaders have warned.

Simple guide to building the ultimate investment portfolio you won't have to change for a decade

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Over the past 40 years, I've learnt a lot about investing effectively. Some of the lessons have been financially painful ones - for example, selling at a loss investments I should never have bought.

Harvey Nicks suppliers fear being 'screwed' by Mike Ashley's takeover

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One fashion boss, whose clothes were previously stocked by the iconic department store chain, said that many had been stung by the collapse of website Matches Fashion.

Bonds are the new battleground in Britain, says HAMISH MCRAE

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It has been another week of tension on the bond markets. But bonds - fixed-interest securities - never get the same amount of attention as shares.

The plan that could turn your grandchildren into BILLIONAIRES. This investor believes he has the perfect system to make £1billion in 80 years... now our experts check if his theory could work for YOUR family

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For most of us, reaching billionaire status feels like a pipe dream reserved for the Elon Musks and Jeff Bezoses of the world. But one man passionately believes anyone can be one.

Labour's gravy train: Big infrastructure projects are proving a big winner for Britain's army of shareholders

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Some of Britain's biggest companies are also cashing in on a series of major infrastructure, outsourcing and defence projects funded by the public purse.

How IQE boss Jutta Meier defied the critics to bring the semiconductor champion back from the brink

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When you walk along the glistening white spaceship-like corridors at IQE's compound semiconductor factory, you are literally looking into the future.

I'm selling my Turkish home for 18m lira: What's the best way to send the money to the UK?

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A reader contacts us asking for help on transferring a large sum of Turkish money to the UK. We ask an expert financial adviser for guidance on what they should do next.

Kirstie Allsopp accuses Labour of 'massive own goal' as tax raid on expensive homes prompts house price slump

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The television presenter and Location, Location, Location star highlighted a report in the Mail this week showing homes in parts of London have seen close to £300,000 wiped off their value in the past year.

Tesco and Sainsbury's are some of the staple ingredients of a well-balanced portfolio

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Tesco's might is built on its Clubcard scheme, while Sainsbury's relies on its Nectar programme.

I pay the council extra to empty my green waste bin but it missed a collection: Can I get my money back?

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The bin is supposed to be collected 10 times per year, but on the last collection date it wasn't emptied.

John Healey must be bold to tackle Britain's surging debt, says MAGGIE PAGANO

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Figures from the Office for National Statistics show the Government borrowed £1.8bn July - an astonishing £700m more than a year ago.

Do you have broadband and live sports? Check your contract - you could be overpaying by £373 a year

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With the new football season starting, fans should check that they're not paying expensive out-of-contract prices for bundled internet, TV and live sports packages.

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