Universal credit claimants ‘overwhelmed’ by debt
Many people getting universal credit can’t cover the rising cost of living, says charity....
Federal Reserve raises interest rates for first time since 2018
The Fed raises rates despite Ukraine uncertainty to try to curb soaring inflation....
Lloyd’s of London fines insurer Atrium over initiation games
Atrium Underwriters admits three charges relating to bullying and misconduct on ‘boys’ nights out’....
Diesel up by 2p in a day amid global oil concerns
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has rocked global oil prices and pushed up the cost of fuel in the UK....
The Western brands unable to leave Russia
As many firms look to withdraw from Russia, some are unable to due to complex deals arranged in the country....
Lithuania prepared to stop Russian oil and gas imports
Lithuania’s president says sanctions by the West don’t go far enough and that his country is ready to act....
Heathrow Airport drops Covid face mask rules
The UK’s largest airport joins British Airways and Virgin Atlantic in easing mask-wearing rules....
Companies fined for marketing calls targeting elderly
Unwanted calls were made to thousands of older people including some with dementia, a watchdog says....
Cost of filling petrol family car rises above £90
The RAC calls on retailers to start passing on falling wholesale prices to consumers....
UK wage growth trails rising cost of living
According to the Office for National Statistics, wages grew by 3.8% in the three months to January....