Entries by BBC News

Thousands of drivers wrongly fined for speeding since 2021

An anomaly identified by National Highways caused thousands of incorrect speed camera activations.

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Sunak defends Covid loan scheme over excessive fraud claims

Critics say Bounce Back Loans were vulnerable to fraud, but Sunak cited need for speedy rollout

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Nissan begins building new Leaf in UK

Business Secretary Peter Kyle says "Nissan's investment is a major commitment to the North East".

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Bentleys and Scottish salmon to benefit from UK-South Korea trade deal

The government said the deal was an extension of its current tariff-free arrangement on most goods and services traded between the countries.

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Young workers hit hard as UK unemployment rate rises to 5.1%

UK job vacancies flatline in a "subdued labour market", but average earnings still higher than inflation.

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Empty shelves fill food hub volunteers with dread

The Cheylesmore Food Hub are appealing for donations in the winter months due to empty shelves.

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Ben & Jerry’s row deepens as three board members removed

One co-founder called it a "blatant power grab" designed to strip the board of its independence.

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Meet the biggest heat pumps in the world

Across Europe huge heat pumps are being installed that can heat tens of thousands of homes.

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UK launches taskforce to ‘break down barriers’ for women in technology

It comes after the government was urged to help close the UK tech sector's gender gap in order to meet its ambitious AI goals.

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Ford to scale back electric vehicle plans, taking $19.5bn hit

The US carmaker is backing away from large electric vehicles, citing lacklustre demand and recent regulatory changes under US President Donald Trump.

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