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Lower fuel prices help drive inflation down to 2.6%
Economists had expected inflation to fall slightly. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Business and links readers to the original publisher...
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Government to restore £2 cap on bus fares in England
The government says the policy will "help with the cost of living and give people the breathing space they need" Newsiline summarises this report from BBC...
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Removing tax from sanitary products 'pointless'
Jersey's government has spent more than £500,000 on its free period product scheme since 2022. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Business a...
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The borough where families are slowly disappearing
Islington is a snapshot of a trend playing out across inner London, Britain and much of the world. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Busine...
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France passes law banning under-15s from social media
The law will require social media platforms in France to verify all users age from January. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Business and...
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'I can't afford to turn the oven on': 7.4m households struggling to buy essentials
As Andy Burnham promises “breathing space” for households, millions are unable to buy items such as clothing, heating and food. Newsiline summarises this...
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Boost youth jobs by cutting employers' national insurance, MPs urge
A select committee says it has heard "overwhelming evidence" that rising employment costs are reducing training and job vacancies. Newsiline summarises th...
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'It's frustrating' - Canadians react to new US tariffs
President Donald Trump has imposed a 50% tariff on a wide range of Canadian goods in retaliation for what he called "unequal treatment" of US products. Ne...
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Trump: 50% tariffs response to Canada's treatment of US farmers
This new round of duties on Canadian goods is fuelling speculation about a potential announcement of new US tariffs on countries across the world. Newsili...
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Union plans rail strikes over train safety concerns
RMT says it has been in dispute with the rail operator since April, following the rollout of the 810 fleet. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News...
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Burnham tells cabinet to tackle living costs at first meeting
The new prime minister chaired his first cabinet after announcing a cut to VAT on household electricity. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News -...
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Three reasons why UK electricity prices are so high
The government has announced it will cut VAT on domestic electricity to zero but Britons still pay more for power than many other European nations. Newsil...
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Lindt's Easter chocolate sales fall after price hike
The Swiss chocolate maker adjusts its strategy in response to weaker demand after its price rises. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Busine...
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B&M fined £2m over serious food hygiene failings at Birmingham shops
Mouse droppings and gnawed food are found after inspections at three stores in the city. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Business and lin...
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Is the internet broken?
75% of the world is online, and in many ways it makes all our lives better. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Business and links readers to...
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UK's first sugar factory at risk of closure
Over 100 jobs are at risk after British Sugar announced plans to shut one of its four factories. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Business...
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Ozempic-maker sues rival, accusing it of false advertising
Novo Nordisk, the maker of Wegovy and Ozempic, has launched legal action accusing its arch rival Eli Lilly of false advertising. Newsiline summarises this...
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Ryanair broken window may have been caused by 'foreign object'
Passenger Ljubisa Karović was partially sucked out of a cabin window on the Boeing aircraft. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Business and...
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Minister pressed on electricity bills savings figures
The government says a typical home will save about £45 a year when VAT is cut from 5% to 0%. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Business and...
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UK government borrowing falls in June
Public finances for last month were better than expected but the UK is carrying major debt. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Business and...
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VAT to be cut from household electricity bills in October
The announcement comes less than a day after Burnham became the UK's seventh prime minister since 2016. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - B...
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Dad facing difficult summer as food donations plunge
Food banks and community larders are warning of an uncertain future. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Business and links readers to the or...
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Families skipping meals during holidays - charity
FareShare Sussex & Surrey says it is facing a "mountain" of need over the school holidays. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Business a...
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Craft and keyboard: The trainees mastering tech and age-old skills
Firms have to balance hi-tech and age-old skills when training up young workers. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Business and links reade...
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'I made £100,000 of TikTok sales in one day': The business of live shopping
Buying on social media live streams is fast becoming regular consumer behaviour for many. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Business and li...
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Healey seen as 'safe pair of hands' as he is appointed chancellor
The BBC's Economics Editor Faisal Islam outlines the challenges facing the new chancellor. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Business and l...
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Burnham has big ideas - but what will they cost?
Every tricky decision and trade off is being watched by the country and the markets at the same time Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Busi...
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West Africa signs off $25bn mega gas-pipeline plan
A 6,000km pipeline running along the Atlantic coast of 14 countries is to be built starting in 2028. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Busi...
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AliExpress fined record €550m by EU for allowing sale of illegal products
It is the highest penalty imposed under the Digital Services Act and follows a two-year investigation. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Bu...
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What does a Burnham-led government mean for your money?
New Prime Minister Andy Burnham says he wants life to be more affordable, but how could he do it? Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Busines...
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Ryanair profits drop as Iran war puts off passengers and lifts fuel costs
The Irish airline said oil prices had increased costs meanwhile Brent crude surpassed $90. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Business and l...
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Former academy pupil offers students free haircuts
Razwan Amin set up his barbers after leaving Erdington Academy and wants to help people with the cost of living. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC...
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This farmer wanted to quit the cocaine industry - he couldn't
Colombians who grow cocaine's raw material bemoan a lack of support to help them switch crops. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Business a...
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Are you a parent missing out on £27 a week? Here's how to check
Thousands of new parents fail to claim child benefit until it is too late to receive some of the money, HMRC says. Newsiline summarises this report from B...
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My fitness tracker knew I was pregnant before I did
Ravika is one of hundreds of women who are noticing early pregnancy signs through the data on their fitness trackers. Newsiline summarises this report fro...
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Thames Water lenders preparing legal challenge in event of Burnham nationalisation
The BBC understands creditors would would pursue payment in full of the outstanding debts, in the multi-billions of pounds. Newsiline summarises this repo...
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Anger as water supply misery continues for second day
Residents in Kent describe South East Water as "incompetently useless" as supply issues continue. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Busines...
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Chinese firm seeks compensation over British Steel nationalisation
Jingye said it will take action "through legal means to the very end" after the UK government nationalised British Steel. Newsiline summarises this report...
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Private jets flock to Montana - but locals can't afford the trailer park
Rents in Bozeman, Montana have skyrocketed as wealthy out-of-towners flock to the city to experience the American West. Newsiline summarises this report f...
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Guidance needed for families reclaiming childcare
Some families have had problems claiming back cash as part of the pilot scheme. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Business and links reader...