John Lewis: Ex-boss says changing ownership model would be a tragedy
Andy Street says the department store chain should not change its staff ownership structure....
The UK is poorer as a country, says Michael Gove
The levelling up secretary blames war in Ukraine and pandemic, but denies government is at fault....
Ovo launches energy deal below government price cap
The supplier launches 12-month tariff of £2,275, as falling gas prices finally start feeding through to bills....
Energy firms call for windfall tax to fall with prices
It comes ahead of a package of measures on energy security, which the BBC understands will be announced on Thursday....
John Lewis: Mary Portas warns retailer it has ‘let go’ of its soul
In an open letter the retail consultant says the store is “part of our collective cultural identity”....
Firms hit back at Bank governor in prices row
Wetherspoon boss Tim Martin says bank managers are “breathing down the neck” of business owners....
Banks shares hit as investor nerves return
Worries over the financial strength of the sector persist, with Deutsche Bank shares down 14% at one point....
Bank warns interest rates will rise again if firms hike prices
The Bank of England boss urges firms to avoid price rises that fuel inflation and hurt the least well off....
Average Treasury worker 34 despite over-50s back to work push
Over-50s are being urged to work but just 10% of Treasury staff are that age, the BBC has learned....
Interest rates raised to 4.25% by Bank of England
The decision comes after latest inflation figures showed the cost of living rising by more than expected....