Rail strikes: Unions say solution is ‘further away’ than ever
The head of train drivers’ union Aslef says a solution is “further away” than ever, despite talks....
Record Christmas for Sainsbury’s despite rising costs
The supermarket giant said overall sales were up by 7.1% during the festive period....
Demi Lovato poster banned for being offensive to Christians
The ad for the singer’s new album linked sexuality to a sacred symbol, the advertising watchdog says....
Parcel giant Evri apologises for UK delivery delays
The firm, formally known as Hermes, says staff shortages, Royal Mail strikes and bad weather have caused disruption....
Strikes Update: How Wednesday 11 January’s walkouts will affect you
What you need to know about the ambulance workers’ strike and other industrial action, by the BBC’s Zoe Conway....
Global recession warning as World Bank cuts economic forecast
The 2023 growth forecast for the global economy is cut to 1.7% as a result of Ukraine war and Covid pandemic....
Petrol below £1.50 a litre for first time since Russia invaded Ukraine
Petrol at lowest price since Russia invaded Ukraine, but diesel still costs more than last year....
Amazon warehouse closures put 1,200 jobs at risk
The online giant is to shut three warehouses, but also plans to open two new ones creating 2,500 roles....
Energy bill support: Firms fear ‘worst to come’
Some businesses expressed disappointment over reduced government help with energy bills from April....
December sales bounce due to price rises not shopping sprees
Total retail sales jumped by almost 7% but price rises meant shoppers bought less but spent more....