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Greensill leak by Government agency 'to protect David Cameron'

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Gavin Millar KC said it was part strategy to protect the appointment of Cameron as Foreign Secretary from bad press, after a lobbying scandal had engulfed Greensill and Cameron.

RAY MASSEY: New Toyota C-HR+ is a polite reminder of Japan's carmaking prowess

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Enter the smart new C-HR+ coupe-like SUV, which I recently drove along motorways, country roads and around town.

LV to hand 250,000 members £100m bonus

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Its latest handout, the biggest ever, includes a one-off £80m related to the 2019 sale of its general insurance business.

Prepare for the return of the Renault Espace

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Shown here is a prototype five-seater called 'R-Space' - it takes its inspiration from the original Renault Espace and smaller Scenic models.

Pension fund alert in gilt market chaos

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The cash calls come as UK bonds, known as gilts, take a pounding amid the market mayhem caused by the war in Iran.

Is real estate still a safe space to house your money?

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Since tax and legal reforms have robbed buy-to-let of much of its allure, attention is switching to commercial property in the shape of Reits - real estate investment trusts.

Pernod plots heady mix with Jack Daniel's maker

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Pernod's include Absolut Vodka (endorsed by Paris Hilton, pictured) and Jameson Irish whiskey. Brown-Forman produces el Jimador tequila and Chambord.

ALEX BRUMMER: Pernod in premium deal to lift spirits and Diageo should take note

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A Pernod Brown-Forman deal is clearly defensive and an attempt by both companies to preserve leading spirits brands.

Asda boss says minimum wage hike to hit jobs for the young

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Allan Leighton's comments came as a survey by consultancy firm RSM found 50 per cent of employers plan to recruit more experienced workers.

Golden window before the savings tax trap strikes: Make an extra £5,000 by locking in a top new deal...

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As the Isa deadline approaches, savers are scrambling to make the most of their £20,000 annual allowance by seeking out the best deals.

How to earn tax-free profits on Bitcoin and Ethereum

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The Innovative Finance Isa will soon become the only Isa to allow investors to back the biggest cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin and Ethereum.

Blue Whale manager: How I avoided the AI slump and where I'm investing for growth now: INVESTING SHOW

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Stephen Yiu was among the first wave of investors to see the potential gains from artificial intelligence for companies and their share prices, but switched tack last year.

Last chance to BEAT broadband price hikes: You can still avoid rises of up to £48 a year - but you'll need to act fast

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It's your last chance to beat broadband prices rises, with providers set to hike bills on either 31 March or 1 April. You have options, even if you're currently locked into a contract.

Beat Billmageddon: From council tax to broadband, costs are set to soar - here's how to save up to £1,641

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Dark financial clouds are gathering as the conflict in the Middle East threatens to hit British households with higher prices on everything from energy bills and petrol to food and mortgage rates.

The best fibre broadband deals: Compare top picks for March 2026

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Fibre broadband doesn't have to be expensive. If you're not getting a good deal from your provider, compare offers to see whether you can switch and save money.

Run the country like a business and put the 'great' back into Britain, says Yo! Sushi founder

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In an interview with the Daily Mail and This Is Money, he shares his ideas on how to run the country and his potential political ambitions.

Retail sales fell even before the Iran war; Oil hits $110- MARKETS LIVE

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The latest retail sales paint a gloomy picture for the high street, even before the Iran war, and underline how fragile the economy is.

Asda boss admits 'plenty to do' in turnaround - and brands Reeves a 'disgrace' in petrol price row

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The boss of Asda has said the supermarket giant still has 'plenty to do' in its turnaround as he branded Rachel Reeves a 'disgrace' for accusing petrol stations of price gouging.

More than 100,000 Volkswagen EVs recalled worldwide over battery fire concerns - around 2,000 UK cars affected

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According to notices issued earlier this month, a fault within the modules in the high-voltage ‌battery could cause reduced range and even fires breaking out.

SMALL CAP MOVERS: Quadrise lights up a gloomy week for AIM's small-cap investors

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The standout performer in small-cap markets this week was Quadrise, the AIM-listed fuel technology company whose shares surged almost 80 per cent.

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