Furlough not perfect but prevented mass unemployment, Sunak says
The former PM, who was chancellor during the crisis, says there was no “playbook” of how to respond to the pandemic....
‘Throw the parcel at the back door’ – Evri couriers tell of pressure to earn a decent wage
BBC Panorama investigates the delivery firm – a market leader with the worst reputation for non-deliveries....
Supermarket skincare dupes could save you hundreds. But do budget beauty products work?
Budget-friendly alternatives to high-end products often have similar names and packaging, but the ingredients can vary significantly....
Why your chocolate is getting smaller, more expensive and less chocolatey
Christmas treats are getting eaten away by ‘shrinkflation’ and the Grinch even has an eye on the cocoa content....
UK economy shrank unexpectedly in October
The economy contracted by 0.1% whereas analysts had expected to see slight growth....
Inquiry into role of Budget watchdog launched by MPs
It comes after intense scrutiny of the Office for Budget Responsibility in the run-up to the Budget....
Banks to tell you where you might put your money
Targeted support will allow banks and financial firms to make suggestions on how to handle savings....
UK pharma boss says US is the best country to invest in
In an interview with the BBC, Dame Emma Walmsley says she will not “shy away” from GSK’s US expansion....
Fed lowers interest rates but future cuts uncertain
The US central bank lowered interest rates for the third time this year, but the outlook for further cuts remains murky....
Leon to close stores and cut jobs in restructure
The “healthier” fast food chain confirmed there would be job losses, as it appointed administrators....