Government borrowing lower than expected in July
Borrowing last month was the lowest July figure for three years, following rises in tax and National Insurance receipts. Source: Original News
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Government prepares to take over UK’s third-largest steelworks
Managers have been lined up to take control in a bid to protect 1,500 jobs at the Yorkshire plant. Source: Original News
Target appoints new boss as it seeks to revive sales
Shares in Target dropped nearly 11% before recovering slightly after the announcement. Source: Original News
Why are food prices still rising by so much?
Food and drink prices have risen by 4.9% over the last year, according to ONS inflation data. Source: Original News
Sentencing for man who dodged 113 train tickets delayed
Charles Brohiri was granted bail despite clocking up £30,000 in penalty fares. Source: Original News
What are Rachel Reeves’ options on property tax?
Reports suggest the government is considering shaking up the property tax system to raise revenue. Source: Original News
Government prepares to take over UK’s third largest steelworks
Managers have been lined up to take control in a bid to protect 1,500 jobs at the Yorkshire plant. Source: Original News
Final £1 coins featuring late Queen enter circulation
More than 23 million coins are being released, alongside 7.5 million new King Charles III coins. Source: Original News
Empty homes are on the rise. So why aren’t they being used to solve the housing shortage?
There are almost 720,000 empty homes in England. And many more on social housing waiting lists – so why aren’t we better using one to help solve the other, and is it a case of a missed opportunity? Source: Original News
US in talks over 10% Intel stake, White House confirms
The potential deal could involve swapping government grants for shares in the chip making giant. Source: Original News