Next buys shoe chain Russell & Bromley but 33 shops at risk
The ailing shoe seller has found a saviour in Next’s £2.5m pound offer. Source: Original News
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UK inflation rises for first time in five months – but one-off factors blamed
It is the last set of monthly inflation figures before the next interest rate decision on 5 February. Source: Original News
UK consulting on bringing in social media ban for under 16s
The government said it expected schools to be “phone-free by default” as a result of the announcement. Source: Original News
Toy sellers keep close watch on social media ban
Toys for teenagers and adults have revived the industry, but it could be hit by any ban on social media for under-16s. Source: Original News
Environment Secretary: South East Water boss ‘should not get bonus’
Emma Reynolds said South East Water was the poorest performer of all water companies Source: Original News
Water companies to face regular MOT-style checks in industry shake-up
The government says the industry will have “nowhere to hide”, but campaigners say the reforms do not go far enough. Source: Original News
UK to consult on social media ban for under 16s
The government said it expected schools to be “phone-free by default” as a result of the announcement. Source: Original News
Greenland ‘will stay Greenland’, former Trump adviser declares
Donald Trump’s former chief economic adviser said the US president’s actions are a negotiating tactic. Source: Original News
Wage growth slows as number of people employed falls
Official figures show that the pace of private sector wage growth slowed to the lowest rate in five years. Source: Original News
China hits growth goal after exports defy US tariffs
Official figures suggest China’s economy hit its target but analysts have cast doubt on the data. Source: Original News