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JLR design boss Gerry McGovern - the driving force behind Jaguar's 'woke' rebrand - officially leaves the car firm

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Reports emerged in early December that McGovern's two-decade stint at the company had come to an abrupt end , though the news was quickly refuted by JLR.

Best cash Isa rates 2025: Our pick of the five top deals

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We pick our five favourite cash Isas for savers. This is essential reading to help you choose a top savings account for your money that can also protect you from tax.

Hargreaves Lansdown hit by 'technical' glitch leaving customers locked out amid major market volatility

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The trading platform, which manages over £170billion on behalf of its two million customers, confirmed it was experiencing 'technical issues'.

UK borrowing costs hit highest level since 2008 as gilt sell-off deepens

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UK borrowing costs have surged to their highest level since the financial crisis as a bond sell-off sparked by the Middle East war deepens.

When will interest rates fall? Forecasts for a base rate cut

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The Bank of England opted to hold interest rates at 3.75 per cent in March, with traders now betting on rate rises later this year.

Mortgage costs have now risen £900 a year since Middle East conflict

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Mortgages look likely to keep getting more expensive over the coming days and weeks thanks to fears of 'Trumpflation' driving interest rates higher.

SMALL CAP MOVERS: Geopolitics batters AIM as miners take the heaviest punishment

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The AIM All Share fell almost 4 per cent over the week to 729, and is down 5.8 per cent in the year to date. The FTSE 100, by contrast, was off 1.7 per cent, with blue-chips seen as a 'safer' bet.

Bankers I speak to agree: Britain is about to be torn apart by a financial tsunami, says ALEX BRUMMER - who reveals it's not just an oil crisis to fear - and steps every wise person must take NOW

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Britain is in a parlous situation. The Labour Government and Chancellor Rachel Reeves have been put to the test over the last 21 months in office and found sorely wanting.

Bank of England HOLDS interest rates at 3.75% as borrowers brace for three rate HIKES this year

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The Bank of England left interest rates unchanged today as war in the Middle East fuelled fears of an energy price inflation shock.

The Works closes its online shopping website with immediate effect

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The Works said it had switched to a 'non-transactional' website, stating more than 90% of its sales were completed at its physical stores. It has ambitions to open 100 new stores.

The 20 most discounted new cars: Drivers can save up to £20k as dealers try to hit March sales targets

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As the first new plate month of 2026 draws to a close, salesmen and women will be under intense pressure to meet inflated March sales targets. And this can mean big deals.

Energy price cap forecast to jump but surprise rise in Government borrowing slashes chances of bailout on bills

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The typical energy bill could now reach almost £2,000 per year as the Iran conflict, while a Government bailout looks less likely due to a rise in borrowing costs.

Should YOU invest in a pension or an Isa? How to work out which is best at every age

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An Isa and pension have their own tax rules and benefits but if you know how to use them together they can help slash your tax bill and increase your wealth.

AstraZeneca to build Shanghai mega-plant as it steps up investment in China after snubbing UK

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The pharmaceutical giant will build a manufacturing hub and innovation centre as it invests £108bn in China before 2030 to make cell therapies.

Unilever confirms talks with Schwartz seasoning owner over sale of food business as it narrows focus on health

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A sale of the food business would mark the final step in boss Fernando Fernandez's plan to focus on health and personal care brands.

Britain risks becoming a 'tourist state' if Government fails to tackle business energy costs, startup boss warns

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While households are largely protected by either Ofgem's price cap or fixed tariffs, the business market is far less competitive and transparent.

The 'legal' devices threatening to scupper Rachel Reeves' pay-per-mile tax on electric and hybrid vehicles

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Owners of EVs are already able to fit devices that effectively pause their car's mileage when they're being driven.

The £100 contactless payment limit scrapped - will your bank switch off the cap?

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Banks can now set their onwn contactless payment limits for customers from today March 19 under new plans from financial watchdog the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).

Earn up to £5,000 cashback from InvestEngine when you open a stocks and shares Isa or Sipp

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The investment platform InvestEngine has launched its deal for tax-year end. Is it worth taking, now that it accepts pension transfers from more than 20 providers?

What's the best way to set up a pension if you're self employed

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If you are self-employed and don't have a pension the repercussions could be severe. You are shunning free cash incentives, and you might never be able to afford to give up work

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