New Challenger Bank Rewards Established Business Customers
Allica Bank targets established small businesses with a banking account offering up to 1.5% cashback and 4.08% AER savings, aiming to fill a gap left by traditional and digital-only banks.
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US Interest in Reopening Historic Cornish Tin Mine
The South Crofty mine in Cornwall could reopen after 26 years with potential US investment, creating jobs and securing critical tin supplies for AI and tech industries.
Aldi's Secret Staff Shops Cut Food Waste
Aldi operates exclusive 'colleague shops' at UK distribution centres, offering staff discounted surplus food to prevent 240 tonnes of annual waste.
Liverpool's Hidden Victorian Warehouse Spa Costs £30
Maya Blue Wellness at Liverpool's Titanic Hotel provides an affordable luxury spa experience in a converted 1850s warehouse, with thermal pools and treatments from £30.
HOAX: New London Italian Restaurant with Luxurious Pasta
HOAX, a new Italian restaurant in Hackney, London, offers indulgent pasta dishes and a secret bar. Part of The Slice's weekly guide to London's best dining and events.
UK Crypto Industry Under Regulatory Scrutiny
The UK cryptocurrency sector, led by Ethereum and Bitcoin, is navigating new regulatory challenges and technological advancements in 2026, impacting investors and businesses.
Dubai Lures Bankers and Billionaires with Zero Income Tax
Professionals from finance and law are relocating to Dubai for its tax benefits and luxury lifestyle, driving a real estate boom amid concerns over inequality.
UK Tourists Struck by Cape Verde Sickness Bug Outbreak
Multiple British holidaymakers have fallen seriously ill with shigella infections while staying at TUI and RIU hotels in Cape Verde, with some describing their ordeal as 'hell on earth'.
Bank Ombudsman Complaints Slump After Treasury Overhaul
Complaints to the Financial Ombudsman Service fell to 47,300 in Q4 2025, the lowest level in two years, following regulatory changes and a motor finance pause.
Digital Tax Push to Boost SME Productivity
Making Tax Digital expansion could add £25.3bn to UK economy through SME efficiency gains, but adoption barriers persist as quarterly reporting deadline approaches.
Aldi and Bigger M&S Coming to Kew Retail Park
Kew Retail Park in South West London is undergoing a major transformation with Aldi replacing Sports Direct and the M&S Foodhall nearly tripling in size, creating 70 new jobs.
LGBTQIA+ Rising Stars in Wealth Management Honoured
London's financial sector recognises the achievements of LGBTQIA+ professionals in wealth management, highlighting diversity and inclusion as key drivers for industry success and innovation.
Major Firms Launch Social Value Commission to Boost Local Investment
Leading UK companies including Barratt Redrow, Heathrow Airport and Mitie have formed the Social Value Commission to tackle barriers to community investment and have written to Chancellor Rachel Reeves seeking Treasury support.
London Bride's £100 Engagement Party Using Temu
A London bride threw a dream engagement party for just over £100 by shopping on Temu, saving 87% on decorations while resisting social media pressure to spend big.
Westminster Named Top UK City for Self-Employed in 2026
A new study ranks Westminster third among UK cities for self-employed workers, highlighting its high business formation rate and vibrant entrepreneurial community despite higher costs.
Russian Captain Jailed Over Fatal North Sea Crash
Vladimir Motin sentenced for manslaughter after his cargo ship crashed into an oil tanker, causing an explosion that killed a crew member in the North Sea.
Scott Barshay Named New Paul Weiss Chair in London
Scott Barshay has been appointed as the new chair of Paul Weiss in London, marking a significant leadership change for the law firm's UK operations.
Soho House Formula 1 Partnership: Luxury Racing Lounge
Soho House partners with Formula 1 for House44, a luxury hospitality venture attracting celebrities and redefining sports entertainment with bespoke design and exclusive access.
UK Beach Holidays Under £200 for 2026
Discover budget-friendly seven-night beach holidays in the UK for under £200, including destinations in Cornwall, Wales, and more, with exclusive discounts from Parkdean Resorts.
Eel Pie Pub's £170k Makeover for Six Nations
The beloved Eel Pie pub in Twickenham has reopened after a £170,000 renovation, featuring enhanced dining, new murals, and improved viewing for rugby fans ahead of the 2026 Six Nations Championship.
Amazon Cuts Bread Maker Price by 39%
Amazon has reduced the price of the Morphy Richards Fastbake bread maker by 39%, now £61.20, with features like 12 programmes and gluten-free options.
Mandelson Emailed Epstein for BP and Glencore Jobs After 2010 Loss
Emails reveal Peter Mandelson sought Jeffrey Epstein's advice for highly paid roles at Glencore and BP days after Labour's 2010 election defeat, showing the revolving door between politics and business.
BT Loses 210,000 Broadband Customers as Profits Slump
BT's third-quarter results reveal a 57% profit decline and loss of 210,000 Openreach broadband customers, with Vodafone also reporting revenue challenges.
Grenfell Failures Still Impacting Home Building Today
Eight years after the Grenfell Tower fire killed 72 people, the deregulation, lobbying, and corporate practices that enabled it continue to influence UK and global construction, with implicated firms still securing public contracts.
Steam Machine Launch Set for June 2026, Price May Rise
Valve insists its Steam Machine console will launch by June 2026, but ongoing RAM shortages may force price increases, echoing concerns across the gaming hardware industry.
Russian Captain Jailed for Six Years Over Humber Crash
Vladimir Motin sentenced to six years for manslaughter after Solong cargo ship collision killed Filipino sailor Mark Angelo Pernia in Humber Estuary.
Bank of England Holds Rates at 3.75%
The Bank of England maintains interest rates at 3.75% while warning of rising unemployment and downgrading growth forecasts for 2026 and 2027.
Russian Captain Jailed for Six Years Over Fatal Collision
Vladimir Motin sentenced to six years imprisonment for manslaughter by gross negligence following deadly container vessel crash with US oil tanker in North Sea.
Bank of England Governor Signals Spring Rate Cuts Likely
Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey indicates interest rate cuts are probable this spring, driven by falling inflation forecasts and a sluggish UK economy, with a close 5-4 MPC vote.
Bank of England Signals Likely Interest Rate Cuts
The Bank of England has held interest rates at 3.75% but indicated further reductions are probable later this year as inflation is forecast to hit the 2% target by spring.
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