US economic growth slows despite consumers spending more
The world’s largest economy missed forecasts after expanding at 2.3% between October and December....
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Heathrow’s third runway can be built in 10 years, Reeves says
The chancellor says she wants to see planes start using the new runway in the next decade....
How much will I have to pay for my water?
Average annual water bills in England and Wales will rise by £123 in April but some will pay more....
Water bills to rise by £10 a month in April
Figures reveal a jump for billpayers in England and Wales despite questions over firms’ performance....
Second-class post on Saturdays set to be scrapped
The regulator says reforming postal services could save the loss-making Royal Mail up to £425m....
Shoplifters ‘out of control’ and becoming more brazen, say retailers
Shoplifters are carrying out brazen acts of theft because they ‘do not fear any consequences’....
Lord Sugar tells workers to get their bums back to the office
The Apprentice star says many young people “just want to sit at home” but should be in the office....
Trump attacks Fed after no change in interest rates
The US central bank keeps its key interest rate unchanged as it faces significant economic uncertainty....
Coca-Cola recalls drinks in UK due to chemical levels
The firm is recalling Coca-Cola products from shops, but says the risk of illness is “very low”...
Faisal Islam: Reeves’s plans will boost UK but it could take a long time
The key question is whether the fruits of long term growth will come through everywhere else quickly enough...