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Risk of no food or drink on some Gatwick flights

Risk of no food or drink on some Gatwick flights

No food or drink will be available on some Gatwick flights during strikes by catering contractors.

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Ex-Post Office boss regrets 'subbies with their hand in the till' email

Ex-Post Office boss regrets 'subbies with their hand in the till' email

Alan Cook says he will "regret for life" sending the email about sub-postmasters who were wrongly convicted of theft, an inquiry hears.

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'Serious deficiencies' in Bank's economy forecasts

'Serious deficiencies' in Bank's economy forecasts

Under-investment had led to a "complicated and unwieldy system" being used, a review has found.

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Firms warned to hold cash back for motor finance probe

Firms warned to hold cash back for motor finance probe

The financial watchdog has warned firms to ensure they have enough money for potential compensation.

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Former Post Office boss says he assumed police and DPP were involved in prosecutions – UK politics live

Former Post Office boss says he assumed police and DPP were involved in prosecutions – UK politics live

Alan Cook, former managing director, says he ‘regrets’ that he ‘didn’t pick up earlier’ that Post Office could initiate prosecutionsAll our UK politics newsAlan Cook, who was the managing director of Post Office, has just told the Post Office Horizon IT inquiry that he was not aware until late in his tenure that the Post Office was the prosecuting authority in many of these cases.I knew there were court cases. But I didn’t realise that Post Office, in about two-thirds of the cases, had initiated the prosecution as opposed to, you know, the DPP or the police or whatever.Reliance was...

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Abu Dhabi state oil company reportedly looked at buying BP

Abu Dhabi state oil company reportedly looked at buying BP

Adnoc decided move was not right fit but it is latest sign of foreign buyers circling UK firmsAbu Dhabi’s state-owned oil company reportedly recently explored a multibillion-pound bid for BP in a sign that depressed share values in London are making even the biggest British businesses takeover targets.Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (Adnoc) considered options including purchasing BP or acquiring a large stake before deciding it was not the right fit and abandoning preliminary discussions, according to Reuters. Continue reading...

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Biden urged to ban China-made cars from the US

Biden urged to ban China-made cars from the US

Senate Banking Committee chair called Chinese cars an "existential threat" to the US motor industry.

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Even in peaceful countries be ready for a siren blast

Even in peaceful countries be ready for a siren blast

All sorts of organisations have sirens ready for industrial accidents and other emergencies.

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Government should counter misinformation on TikTok - MPs

Government should counter misinformation on TikTok - MPs

A committee says the government should be more relatable in its communications with the public.

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Ex-Post Office boss sorry over jailed mother email

Ex-Post Office boss sorry over jailed mother email

David Smith apologises for congratulating the team behind the conviction of a pregnant postmistress, an inquiry hears.

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Over 7 million struggling with bills, survey finds

Over 7 million struggling with bills, survey finds

Many feel “heavily burdened” by their finances but the picture has improved from 2023, a survey finds.

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How much is the cost of a UK passport going up?

How much is the cost of a UK passport going up?

A standard online application for an adult will rise from £82.50 to £88.50 from 11 April.

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Boeing hit after new whistleblower raises concerns

Boeing hit after new whistleblower raises concerns

Boeing shares dropped almost 2% after concerns were raised over its 787 and 777 jets.

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Abrdn hits out at media 'bullying' over name change

Abrdn hits out at media 'bullying' over name change

An executive at the investment firm said the press was making "childish jokes" about its rebrand.

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How to stop procrastinating and start leading

Over the past two decades I have been lucky enough to work with dozens of business and political leaders.Read more: How to stop procrastinating and start leading

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Succession & legacy planning: Can it ever be too soon?   

Most of us aspire to be remembered fondly and reverently, having left a positive mark on the world, or the business you have been at the helm of.Read more: Succession & legacy planning: Can it ever be too soon?   

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Darktrace on a high amid escalating cybersecurity concerns

Amid escalating cybercrime threats British-based cybersecurity firm Darktrace have reported a robust quarter with revenues surging by over a 25 per cent, driven by heightened demand from concerned companies.Read more: Darktrace on a high amid escalating cybersecurity concerns

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AI Skills Gap putting Public Sector projects in jeopardy, according to new research

The artificial intelligence (AI) skills gap is holding back public sector projects with 60 per cent labelling the shortage as their top implementation challenge.Read more: AI Skills Gap putting Public Sector projects in jeopardy, according to new research

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UK Economy Shows Modest Growth Momentum with Second Consecutive Monthly GDP Increase

The UK economy exhibited signs of recovery as Gross Domestic Product (GDP) rose by 0.1 per cent in February, propelled by improved performance in both the production and services sectors.Read more: UK Economy Shows Modest Growth Momentum with Second Consecutive Monthly GDP Increase

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WhatsApp Faces Backlash Over Decision to Lower Minimum Age Limit

Meta, the parent company of WhatsApp, is under fire for its recent decision to reduce the minimum age requirement for the messaging app from 16 to 13, sparking concerns over child safety.Read more: WhatsApp Faces Backlash Over Decision to Lower Minimum Age Limit

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Guide to safe and ethical use of facial recognition tools launched

New guidance to ensure that Facial Recognition Technology (FRT) acts as a force for good in society has been published by BSI, aiming to help organizations navigate the ethical challenges associated with the use of the technology and build trust in its use as a result.Read more: Guide to safe and ethical use of facial recognition tools launched

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Building trust in a sceptical market: how to overcome doubt

Establishing trust in a B2B market is one of the biggest challenges faced by SMEs. Without being a global household name, how do you go about establishing your business as reliable, trustworthy, and capable of delivering high quality results?Read more: Building trust in a sceptical market: how to overcome doubt

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Royal Mail urged to investigate claims of Chinese-made fake stamps

Reports have surfaced alleging that Chinese factories are producing counterfeit British stamps in large quantities, raising concerns about the integrity of the UK's postal system and potential economic implications.Read more: Royal Mail urged to investigate claims of Chinese-made fake stamps

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Next and Frasers Group vying to acquire troubled Ted Baker

Retail giants Next and Frasers Group, led by Mike Ashley, have shown interest in acquiring Ted Baker's European retail business following its collapse into administration last month, with administrators exploring potential sale options.Read more: Next and Frasers Group vying to acquire troubled Ted Baker

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eBay Waives Fees for Second-Hand Clothing Sales to Combat Fashion Waste

eBay announces the elimination of fees for selling pre-owned clothing on its platform, aiming to reduce fashion waste and compete with popular second-hand clothing apps like Vinted and Depop.Read more: eBay Waives Fees for Second-Hand Clothing Sales to Combat Fashion Waste

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