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Chancellor hands hospitality firms £33,000 tax hike

Today

Reeves said at the Budget she would introduce 'permanently lower tax rates for more than 750,000 retail, hospitality and leisure properties'.

Government's flip-flop policies putting motorists off buying electric vehicles

Yesterday

Its latest UK EV Readiness Index concluded that 'political uncertainty is putting the brakes on drivers' willingness to switch'.

£75m Hovis deal faces watchdog investigation

Yesterday

The CMA will look at whether the merger between the bread-maker and Associated British Foods would result in 'a substantial lessening of competition'.

Make your money shine with gold, silver and platinum

Yesterday

If you're making an early New Year's resolution, here's how to add some shine to your portfolio.

Nike shares get a kicking after China sales slump

Yesterday

Sales fell 17 per cent to £1.06billion for the three months to November 30, with footwear sales crashing by 21 per cent.

ALEX BRUMMER: Waterstones share offer would be fitting tribute to a creative Britain

Yesterday

Not long ago, the printed word was considered a bust, killed by Amazon's Kindle and audio books.

Leasehold reform delayed until next year as fears mount that Labour will not cap ground rents as promised

Yesterday

Details of the Leasehold and Commonhold Reform Bill were expected to be made public before the end of this year, but that has been pushed back.

WH Smith set to claw back bonuses from bosses after accounting scandal

Yesterday

WH Smith, which runs about 1,200 stores in airports and other travel hubs, said it was seeking to claw back 'overpaid bonuses' from former bosses.

Labour warned over future of UK's 'crown jewels' as Rolls-Royce threatens to build engines abroad

Yesterday

Labour has been warned it is not doing enough to protect Britain's industrial 'crown jewels' after it emerged that Rolls-Royce could build new engines overseas.

Christmas treat for high street stocks as UK investors pile in

Yesterday

Beleaguered UK retail shares saw a surge in new buyers this year, as investors bet on them being undervalued.

Arrivederci Roma, Ciao Amalfi: Why the new £200k 'everyday Ferrari' supercar is right on the button

Yesterday

It takes a big company - especially one with such a proud Italian heritage - to admit that it got something fundamentally wrong. And Ferrari has done just that, making a big change to its new Amalfi coupe.

Best fibre broadband deals: Compare our top picks

Yesterday

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.

Home buyers pay almost 20% more in stamp duty this year - as Reeves rakes in more from inheritance tax too

Yesterday

The amount of money the Treasury rakes in from both stamp duty land tax and inheritance taxis on the rise, official figures show.

How to be a first-time investor: SIMON LAMBERT on why you shouldn't let fear hold you back

Yesterday

My view when it comes to saving and investing is that it should be entirely your choice which one you do, but I'd strongly advocate the latter if you want to build your wealth.

My son helped me with £90,000 when I was in need - if I repay him will we get a tax bill?

Yesterday

Six years ago, my son helped me financially to stay in my house when my relationship broke down. He paid off my partner then supported me financially by paying me a monthly amount.

Car production falls amid concerns it could get worse after EU turned its back on 2035 petrol and diesel ban

Yesterday

Britain's vehicle production fell 14.3% last month, as both car and commercial vehicle output declined, new industry figures.

First-time buyers drive house sales to highest level in three years in 2025 - as Zoopla reveals bold prediction for 2026

Yesterday

First-time buyers drove house sales to their highest in three years, spurred on by cheaper mortgage rates.

Number of home buyers taking out mega mortgages of 35 years or more has nearly tripled since 2020

Yesterday

Lengthy mortgages make borrowers' monthly bills lower, but they could pay tens of thousands more interest in the long run.

Can I stop neighbour removing my fence and trampling on the garden to build their extension? Consumer lawyer DEAN DUNHAM replies

Yesterday

My neighbour is building a kitchen extension and they want to temporarily remove part of my garden fence to give their builders more space to work.

BP's green agenda axed under first female boss as it doubles down on fossil fuels

Yesterday

Oil and gas veteran Meg O'Neill will take over in April as the FTSE 100 giant further distances itself from its disastrous foray into green energy.

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