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Fuel price apps drawing data from new Government scheme are not updated quickly enough - and it's costing drivers up to 8p a litre at the pumps

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The scheme, which launched on 2 February, legally requires every filling station to share changes to its petrol and diesel prices within half an hour of making them.

Sony Music buys the rights to 45,000 hit songs from Blackstone in £3bn mega deal

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The US giant has agreed to buy the rights to hits including Rihanna's 'Umbrella' and 'Single Ladies' by Beyonce (pictured) from Recognition Music.

Catering giant Compass profits from allergy risks as more businesses opt to outsource food services

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The company, which is the world's biggest catering group with around 590,000 staff, generated revenues of £18.4bn for the six months to the end of March.

Feeble reset for UK dynamism: Labour must listen to what business leaders have to say, says ALEX BRUMMER

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The UK economy is far from being the moribund entity of Keir Starmer and Labour's rhetoric. There are so many sectors, where it punches well above its weight.

Shoe Zone blames Rachel Reeves and the Iran war for its widening losses

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Shoe Zone, which has 259 stores, posted first-half losses of £5.3million for the six months to March 28 - more than double its losses in the same period last year.

'We're in a terrible situation' warns Bank official as global energy shock sparks fears of stagflation

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Megan Greene, pictured, highlighted the tough choice facing the central bank as it ponders whether to increase interest rates to combat rising inflation.

The under-the-radar commuter towns perfect for a slower pace of life: Low property prices, good schools and great transport links, our expert reveals the locations you can't ignore

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There are countless unsung locations which offer the same advantages as well-known commuter towns - from reliable rail links and decent schools, to green spaces and a slower, rhythm of life.

Why investing experts say it's time for 'stocks-maxxing' these US shares

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Sell in May and go away' used to be a stock market adage but now some analysts say that risks missing a summer of gains.

UK borrowing costs rise as speculation over Labour leadership mounts - MARKETS LIVE

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All eyes are on the bond market today as the fallout from the local elections over the weekend increases the likelihood of a Labour leadership challenge.

INTERVIEW: FCA boss Nikhil Rathi says this is NOT a repeat of 2008!

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Britain's top financial enforcer knows a financial meltdown when he sees one. But Rathi doesn't think investors and the country are in for a similar tsunami this time.

Hair salons forced to trim younger stylists after tax hikes

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Owners say its traditional role of offering young people first jobs sweeping up hair or learning as an apprentice is in peril.

I renovated my first home... and made £55,000! First-time buyers opt for fixer-uppers to save money without compromising on location

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First-time buyers are choosing fixer-uppers to step on to the property ladder for less.

We meet the man who sells private jets to the super-rich - and one could be yours for £370,000

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Owning a private jet is one of the ultimate super-rich status symbols. But it's no longer a prerequisite to be a sports star, politician, world-famous singer or wealthy businessman.

The six used cars that dealers won't touch because they're too expensive to fix - you might already own one

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When shopping for a second-hand car, one of the biggest concerns for buyers is whether it might be riddled with problems and become a drain on their finances.

Eon to buy Ovo in deal which will make it Britain's largest energy supplier

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German energy giant Eon has confirmed it will buy challenger Ovo in a deal that will create Britain's largest energy supplier.

UK farmers fear being trampled by Donald Trump's 'one-way' beef deal

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US groups say it will be 'a nice two-way' with UK producers 'benefiting equally'. And the National Farmers' Union is also talking up the deal.

Number of electric car blazes attended by fire brigades up 133% in three years

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Experts warn that when electric cars and their batteries do catch alight, putting them out takes far longer than a fire that's engulfed a combustion engine car.

Nationwide slashes mortgage rates to offer cheapest two-year deal on the market

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Rates are falling at several major lenders, but experts say this isn't guaranteed to continue and things could change quickly.

Landlords may be FINED £7,000 per property if they fail to send a vital Renters' Rights Act sheet by May 31

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Landlords need to send a PDF document explaining new rental rules to their tenants by the end of this month, or risk being fined.

My state pension will be higher than my wife's despite both having 35 years of contributions - why? STEVE WEBB replies

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When I checked in 2025/26 it said I would receive £258.01. My wife is set to receive £231.05. I don't know why there is a difference.

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