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Legal Battle Over Costly Thames Water Loan Heads to Appeal

Environmental activists are challenging the approval of a £3 billion high-interest loan to Thames Water. They argue that the "costly short-term fix" is not...

Two Buyers Remain in WH Smith High Street Sale Race

Only two buyers remain in the competition to acquire WH Smith’s struggling high street division, as the retailer moves closer to a sale. Restructuring...

Councils Gain More Power to Seize Land for Affordable Housing

Local councils and mayors will soon have greater authority to seize land for affordable housing under the Labour government’s new planning reforms. The upcoming...

UK Report Calls for Increased Support for People with Health Conditions to Stay in Work

Report Calls for Increased Support for People with Health Conditions to Stay in Work A new report warns that cutting benefits for people in ill...

UK Government Plans £250 Annual Discount for Households Near Power Infrastructure

The UK government has announced a plan to offer households within half a kilometre of new or upgraded power infrastructure a discount of up...

Payment Giants Linked to Illegal Gambling Scams in the UK

Mastercard and Visa are under scrutiny for processing payments on illegal gambling websites that have scammed UK customers out of thousands of pounds. Despite...

Europe Shifts to Military Keynesianism, but Britain Stays Cautious

During the 2008 financial crisis, economist Robert Lucas quipped, “I guess everyone is a Keynesian in a foxhole.” Today, Europe is proving that idea...

Millions in Fines to Clean Up Polluted Rivers Across the Country

Millions of pounds collected from fines on water companies will now fund projects to clean up polluted rivers. This move comes after concerns that...

Royal Mail to Raise Stamp Prices Again Amid Rising Costs

Royal Mail is set to increase the price of first- and second-class stamps for the sixth time in just over three years, citing rising...

UK Government Considers Cutting GB Energy Funding in Upcoming Review

The UK government is reportedly reviewing plans to reduce funding for GB Energy, the state-owned renewable energy company established by Labour to drive the...

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