Entries by BBC News

Thames Water picks private equity firm as preferred buyer

The troubled water utility firm says KKR could complete the deal in the second half of this year.

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Cafe owner’s fears over cut to business rate relief

Donna Carr says the latest financial year has been "shocking" and expects it to get worse.

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Primark boss quits after woman complains about his behaviour

Paul Marchant leaves after an allegation about his behaviour towards a woman "in a social environment".

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The Everyday Hustle

Property expert Saj Hussain answers all the basics on property investment.

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Could electric drones you can sit in take off?

Skyfly's aircraft promises the flexibility of a helicopter without the cost, noise or emissions.

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‘Food club is our life saver ahead of bill hikes’

A woman who uses a food bank charity to get by says it should not be embarrassing to ask for help.

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Which bills are going up in Surrey?

As bills start to rise from April 1, what should residents in Surrey expect in terms of their costs?

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Benefit changes could be ‘life or death’ – claimant

Chancellor Rachel Reeves set out plans for changes to welfare in the Spring Statement on Wednesday.

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Global shares slide as Trump tariffs loom

The US president suggests the new import taxes he is set to announce this week will hit all countries.

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The Swedish city fined for missing an environmental target

Gothenburg has to pay a financial penalty if it misses certain annual sustainability goals.

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