Demand rises for passports as workers begin strike
The Home Office confirms a spike in passport applications as 1,000 workers begin a five-week strike....
Opec oil producers announce surprise cut in output
The cuts by the Opec+ group amount to more than one million barrels per day and could push up prices....
Swiss probe into UBS takeover of Credit Suisse
The rushed takeover deal is to be investigated by Switzerland’s federal prosecutor....
Food prices: How the humble shopping list is saving us money
Soaring food prices mean some families are missing meals and desperate for deals, but preparation can help....
Council tax, water and mobile bills rise for millions
A range of bills – from council tax to water – are going up, but the lowest earners also get a pay rise....
Rival energy firms lose court case over Bulb sale
High Court judges dismiss a case against Octopus Energy’s purchase of failed supplier Bulb....
Amazon workers in Coventry announce six more strike dates
Union members in Coventry say they will take action on six dates in April in a continuing pay row....
Past health risks from contaminated meat, says watchdog
The Food Standards Agency says it is possible buyers were at risk as it investigates mislabelling of products....
Energy bill help cut: ‘We can only work four days’
As government energy support for business falls from 1 April, firms are warning of the impact of high bills...
House prices see biggest annual fall since 2009
Property prices dropped by 3.1% in the year to March, the Nationwide says....