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Tata steel: What do plans mean for UK’s carbon footprint
The company's plans to shut its blast furnaces could cut Wales' carbon emissions by a fifth.
Kashmir’s rare snowless winter sets off alarm bells
Experts say that the absence of snowfall this winter will lead to water scarcity and derail the economy.
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt hints at further tax cuts
The chancellor says that tax cuts would help the economy be more dynamic and grow faster.
Energy standing charges review prompts huge response
Ofgem said 20,000 people had been in touch about the daily fees before consultation closes later on Friday.
Tata Steel: Port Talbot blast furnaces to close with 3,000 expected job losses
Plans to cut jobs in a move to greener steelmaking a "crushing blow" for Port Talbot, unions say.
Birkenstock growth plans fail to impress investors
The firm is planning to expand production and open more stores, despite a drop in profits.
Post Office scandal: 91-year-old victim ‘disgusted’ with compensation delay
Ninety-one-year-old Betty Brown says she had to give up her business as she was caring for her ill husband.
LNER train drivers to strike for five more days
Aslef members are taking action after LNER told the union to provide minimum service levels.
Spotify attacks Apple’s ‘outrageous’ 27% commission
The music streaming firm is concerned about a new payment system introduced by Apple in the US.
Job cuts as Northampton-based Travis Perkins tries to save £35m
Profits have dropped sharply and the company has cut posts at its Northampton headquarters.