Pension credit applications rise after cut in winter fuel payments
A big jump in pensioners applying for the means-tested benefit came after ministers limited winter fuel payments....
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UK electric car production drops with firms under ‘intense pressure’
The trade body for the sector says these are “deeply concerning times” for the UK’s car industry....
Drivers paying more than they should for fuel, says watchdog
Fuel retailers’ profit margins remain “stubbornly high”, the competition watchdog says....
Haigh admits pleading guilty to 2014 criminal offence
The transport secretary says she admitted to a criminal offence relating to a police investigation....
Czech billionaire closes in on deal to buy Royal Mail
Daniel Kretinsky is understood to have offered a series of concessions to the UK government....
Uniqlo does not use Xinjiang cotton, boss says
It is the first time the CEO of the chain’s owner, Fast Retailing, has directly addressed the issue....
Loyalty cards offer genuine savings, watchdog says
Supermarket customers can save money with loyalty cards but should still shop around....
Gambling slots online to be limited to £5 per spin
Government claims reforms will reduce gambling-related harm and raise funds to treat addiction....
Vauxhall owner to close Luton plant putting 1,100 jobs at risk
Motor giant Stellantis says it is closing the van making plant in the context of the UK’s rules on electric vehicle sales....
‘It’s going to be hard’: US firms race to get ahead of Trump tariffs
The US president-elect’s import taxes may be just talk until he takes office – but they are having an impact anyway....