Entries by BBC News

Why are gas prices soaring and how could it affect you?

Analysts fear the disruption to supply could continue for longer than initially thought.

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School ‘poverty policy officers’ to help families

The two positions in South Tyneside will focus on school uniform and access to activities.

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Pay grows at slowest rate in more than five years

Annual earnings grew at an annual rate of 3.8% in the November to January period, the Office for National Statistics says.

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Camden pregnancy payment to continue after trial

The scheme provides £500 to support low-income families welcoming a new baby in the London borough.

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‘Our heating oil’s doubled in price in two weeks’

Lawrence Salvoni worries not only about the price he has to pay, but the security of his supply.

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How Finnish supermarkets are central to the country’s defence

The chains all have detailed plans to follow in the event of the nation going to war.

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How Finnish supermarkets are central to the country’s defence

The chains all have detailed plans to follow in the event of the nation going to war.

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Bank ready to raise interest rates if Iran war price ‘shock’ persists

Policymakers vote unanimously to hold rates at 3.75% after the Iran war prompts a reversal in the debate over borrowing costs.

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Bank ready to raise interest rates if Iran war price ‘shock’ persists

Policymakers vote unanimously to hold rates at 3.75% after the Iran war prompts a reversal in the debate over borrowing costs.

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UK sets target to boost steel making and cut imports

Up to half of steel used in Britain should be made there, the government says, as it announces its steel strategy.

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