Reform UK's proposal to consolidate local council pension schemes into a sovereign wealth fund misunderstands fiduciary duties, risking legal challenges and investment mismatches for pensioners.
The Competition and Markets Authority has launched an investigation into major hotel chains including Hilton, Marriott, and IHG over their use of the STR data analytics tool, which may enable coordinated behavior among rivals.
Santander has appointed Nicola Bannister as the new chief executive of TSB Bank, positioning her to lead the integration as the Spanish banking giant prepares for its £2.6 billion acquisition of the high street lender.
HONOR CEO James Li introduced groundbreaking AI innovations at Mobile World Congress 2026, including a Robot Phone with motion capabilities and a humanoid robot, alongside the Magic V6 foldable and new ecosystem devices.
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UK house prices increased by 0.3% in February, reaching an average of £273,176, as Chancellor Rachel Reeves' upcoming spring forecast avoids the negative speculation that previously dampened the market.
Emily Turner, CEO of HSBC Innovation Banking, highlights that the UK's $1.3tn innovation economy will be shaped by deep tech, life sciences, and infrastructure-heavy businesses, focusing on long-term value creation.
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority is investigating Hilton, Marriott, and InterContinental Hotels Group over alleged data sharing practices that could harm competition in the hospitality sector.
The Shark PowerPro cordless stick vacuum cleaner has received a significant price reduction on Amazon, dropping from £249.99 to just £150 for a limited period. This represents a 40% discount and undercuts last year's Black Friday pricing.
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The UK Foreign Office is preparing evacuation plans for tens of thousands of British citizens as Iran's retaliatory strikes force major Middle Eastern airports to close, cancelling over 3,400 flights and stranding travelers globally.
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Emirates and Etihad provide full refunds and rebooking options for flights affected by Middle East airspace closures. Experts advise travelers to wait for airline decisions before canceling trips.
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Analysts from Wood Mackenzie warn that halted tanker traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, due to Iran's actions and insurance withdrawals, could spike oil prices to $100 a barrel, with risks lasting weeks.
A grieving family faced months of distress as ScottishPower repeatedly failed to switch feed-in tariff payments after a father's death, highlighting systemic failures in customer service and empathy.
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Brent crude oil prices jumped to $82 per barrel as Middle East tensions escalate, threatening the vital Strait of Hormuz shipping route that carries 20% of global oil supplies.
Global markets face heightened risk as tensions in the Middle East boil over, with Brent crude oil climbing to $82 and gold nearing $5,400. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces criticism over Britain's defensive stance.
Hundreds of flights cancelled as US-Israeli strikes on Iran force major Middle Eastern airports to close, creating worst aviation disruption since pandemic.
A new survey reveals that nearly two-thirds of senior council officers in England are experiencing project delays, with funding uncertainty cited as the primary obstacle to delivering Labour's ambitious housing and infrastructure agenda.
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Rolls-Royce's boss expresses openness to Germany joining the UK's Tempest fighter jet program, highlighting potential economic benefits amid Franco-German project delays.
Australian property prices continue to climb despite rising interest rates, driven by strong buyer demand and limited housing supply, reshaping the market dynamics.
UniCredit's leading investment bankers saw their average bonuses decline by 19% to €299,000, reflecting broader financial sector pressures and regulatory scrutiny.
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