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Who is frontrunner to be the UK’s next chancellor?
Andy Burnham becomes UK prime minister following Keir Starmer’s resignation, with multiple senior Labour figures positioned as potential candidates for the chancellor role.
Wessex Water chief pockets above-inflation pay rise despite bonus ban over sewage spills
Wessex Water’s chief executive received a 14% salary increase to £670,000 despite the company facing a bonus ban over sewage spills, raising fresh concerns about water industry executive pay.
Why are UK fuel prices rising again?
UK fuel prices are rising again after collapse of US-Iran peace talks, with crude oil prices climbing back to around $87 per barrel following earlier gains from a June framework agreement.
Berry tough: Ribena seeks to make hardier blackcurrants to beat extreme weather
Ribena’s owner is investing £200,000 to help blackcurrant bushes withstand extreme weather as this year’s UK harvest falls about 10% below average due to wet winters, spring frosts, and summer heat.
Brewdog founder James Watt faces data complaints over efforts to buy back firm
Brewdog co-founder James Watt faces UK data protection complaints after allegedly contacting former shareholders while attempting to buy back the craft brewer from current owner Tilray.
South East Water warns over survival as funds dry up
South East Water warns of material uncertainty regarding its survival after a difficult year marked by outages, fines, and leadership departures, stating it needs new loan facilities by mid-2027.
‘How’s this joker got my details?’: BrewDog founder faces complaints over emails to ‘equity punks’
BrewDog founder James Watt faces data privacy complaints after contacting thousands of former crowdfunding investors about a bid to repurchase the company, with concerns raised over how he obtained their contact details.
Neglected software update caused widespread Telstra network outage, CEO tells Senate inquiry
Telstra’s CEO told a Senate inquiry that a neglected software update on a time-keeping server caused last week’s nationwide network outage affecting 45% of calls and data sessions.
Democrats allege Trump administration stalled US-Canada bridge opening as a favor to billionaire donor
The Trump administration delayed opening a $4.7 billion bridge between Detroit and Windsor, Ontario, with Democrats alleging the stall was a quid pro quo for a billionaire donor who owns a competing crossing.
Burnham must avoid ‘summer of speculation’ on tax, warns CBI chief
The CBI chief warns incoming Prime Minister Andy Burnham against tax and spending speculation that could unsettle British business during the summer months ahead.
Stonegate pub and bar chain investigated over ‘unfair’ treatment of landlords
Stonegate Group, Britain’s largest pub chain, faces investigation by the pubs code adjudicator over alleged unfair treatment of thousands of landlords, with potential fines exceeding £16m.
Brewdog co-founder James Watt launches bid to buy back beer firm
Brewdog co-founder James Watt has made an offer to buy back the craft beer company months after it was sold to US beverage firm Tilray following financial collapse.
Thames Water increases bonus payments to £4m despite uncertainty over future
Thames Water increased senior management bonuses to £4.1m while facing financial uncertainty and warnings about potential nationalisation, drawing criticism from the environment secretary.
EasyJet passengers stuck on tarmac for hours when plane couldn’t refuel
EasyJet passengers were stranded on a tarmac for over two hours after their Rome flight diverted to Stansted Airport, where inadequate ground staff prevented refueling and timely disembarkation.
Xbox layoffs: What’s next for the video game giant?
Xbox laid off approximately 3,200 employees, representing 20% of its workforce, as part of a strategic shift toward focusing resources on major franchise titles. The layoffs have sparked concerns among former staff about the company’s ability to sustain content production and development timelines.
Heating oil customers to get compensation after cancelled orders and price hikes
The UK competition watchdog will compensate around 1,700 heating oil customers whose orders were cancelled and prices increased during the Iran conflict earlier this year.
How will Buy Now Pay Later changes affect you?
Buy Now Pay Later services face new regulation starting Wednesday, granting shoppers stronger consumer protections but potentially blocking some users from accessing credit due to stricter affordability checks.
Sen. Warren says Trump’s CFPB overhaul has cost Americans $26.5 billion
Senator Warren claims the Trump administration’s overhaul of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has cost Americans up to $26.5 billion, citing rolled-back rules on credit card and overdraft fees.
Nigel Farage: The secretive crypto firm backed by Reform’s biggest donor
Crypto firm Tether, backed by a major shareholder who donated £15m to Nigel Farage’s Reform party, has become a focus of scrutiny regarding potential regulatory influence on stablecoin policy.
Lawyers to investigate claims of GB power grid cover-up over blackout risk
Great Britain’s grid operator hired independent lawyers to investigate allegations that staff covered up blackout risks during a late June heatwave that strained the power system.
California leads lawsuit to block Paramount Warner Bros mega merger
Twelve US states led by California have filed a lawsuit to block a $110 billion merger between Warner Bros. and Paramount, arguing it would reduce competition and harm consumers through higher prices and less content.
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