Entries by BBC News

Future pensioners to be worse off, government warns

Future pensioners are set to be worse off than today's with four-in-10 not saving enough for retirement, says the DWP.

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China bets on Western theme parks to help boost spending

Eager to revive the economy, Beijing is turning to attractions like Lego and Harry Potter to increase tourism.

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Why China is betting on theme parks like Legoland to boost spending

Beijing is turning to Western brands including Peppa Pig and Harry Potter to increase tourism.

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New water ombudsman will tackle leaks and overcharging

The new consumer champion is being launched as part of wider plans to overhaul the water industry.

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New water ombudsman will tackle leaks and overcharging

The new consumer champion is being launched as part of wider plans to overhaul the water industry.

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‘Disappointment’ after real living wage bid paused

Vale of White Horse District Council says it was a "time-consuming and resource intensive process".

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Trains return to public ownership in south Essex

Operator c2c runs trains between London Fenchurch Street and Shoeburyness in Essex.

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Trains return to public ownership in south Essex

Operator c2c runs trains between London Fenchurch Street and Shoeburyness in Essex.

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Parked in lay-bys – the drivers determined to avoid airport drop-off fees

Drivers at Edinburgh Airport say they resent paying high fees for dropping off passengers.

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Parked in lay-bys – the drivers determined to avoid airport drop-off fees

With more than half of the UK's busiest airports having raised 'kiss-and-fly' fees in the last year, some people have their own ideas.

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