A trade deal with India in 2022 would be a big prize
The UK is starting ambitious negotiations, but that won’t solve the problems with its overall trade strategy....
‘Firefighting is not all about saving cats in trees’
One young firefighter describes what the day-to-day is really like. And what it takes to get hired....
Pret boosts pay to £10 per hour for thousands of staff
The sandwich chain Pret A Manger is boosting its pay rates for the second time in four months....
Pensions and benefits must rise to meet cost of living, says IFS
A think tank says a temporary rise would help 10 million people facing hardship, but at a heavy cost....
Sainsbury’s says Christmas treats will boost profits
Stronger sales of premium food and champagne will boost profits, Britain’s second biggest supermarket says....
British Gas owner warns energy crisis to last two years
The boss of Centrica says there is “no reason” to expect gas prices to come down anytime soon....
Many postmasters still in the dark over justice
The Post Office has been unable to contact 126 people who were convicted on the basis of flawed evidence....
£150,000 starting salaries as firms fight for staff
A shortage of talent is driving up wages worldwide, says professional recruitment firm Robert Walters....
Ovo Energy sorry over advice to cuddle pets to stay warm
Ovo Energy, which owns SSE, says it is “embarrassed” over advice sent to its customers on how to stay warm....
Ikea cuts sick pay for unvaccinated staff forced to self-isolate
The retail giant joins a growing list of firms changing their rules as staff absences and costs begin to bite....