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Ros Atkins on… How the HS2 plan changed over the years

The BBC’s analysis editor looks at the delays, spiralling costs and cuts affecting the proposed high speed rail line.

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 06:01:04 GMT

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Interest rate and mortgages: What you can do about rising payments

Watch the BBC's Lora Jones tell you five things you can do about your mortgage, in a minute.

Thu, 03 Aug 2023 03:44:44 GMT

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Sir Richard Branson on 'painful' virgin coverage during pandemic

The billionaire was criticised for asking the government for a loan to save his Virgin Group.

Thu, 04 May 2023 06:57:29 GMT

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Pints, power and parents: Three ways the Budget could affect you

The BBC's Vishala Sri-Pathma breaks down how the government's spending plans might impact your pocket.

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 16:11:24 GMT

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Jeremy Hunt on HSBC buying UK arm of collapsed Silicon Valley Bank

The company, which specialised in lending money to tech companies, was shut down by US regulators on Friday.

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 08:06:46 GMT

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We have avoided recession - Jeremy Hunt

The UK has narrowly avoided falling into recession, after the economy saw zero growth between October and December.

Fri, 10 Feb 2023 07:49:16 GMT

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CEO Secrets: Chess gets a risqué makeover

Ilya Merenzon, CEO of World Chess, shares his business advice for our CEO Secrets series.

Tue, 17 Jan 2023 23:39:03 GMT

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How drones could be the future of Indian farming

Companies in India are encouraging farmers to switch to drones - but is that working?

Sun, 15 Jan 2023 02:50:40 GMT

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Battery lights vs mains LED bulbs: What's cheaper?

As some shoppers swap mains bulbs for battery lights, we investigate if money is really being saved.

Mon, 19 Dec 2022 01:42:45 GMT

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Cost of living: 'I want to be prepared for any eventuality'

Battery-powered lanterns and cleaning the fireplace, the BBC explores how habits are changing this winter.

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 00:01:08 GMT

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Ros Atkins on… Why eggs are being rationed

BBC Analysis Editor Ros Atkins looks at what’s causing egg supply issues in some UK supermarkets.

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 10:22:54 GMT

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Everyone will pay more tax - Chancellor Jeremy Hunt

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt tells the BBC how taxes will rise as he prepares for Thursday's Autumn Statement

Sun, 13 Nov 2022 09:54:16 GMT

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Ros Atkins on... Brexit and the UK economy

Rishi Sunak says he wants to build an economy that embraces the opportunities of Brexit.

Sat, 29 Oct 2022 01:05:49 GMT

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Why inflation is so high - and your other questions answered

The BBC's economics editor Faisal Islam answers your questions on inflation.

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 21:48:54 GMT

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No sigh of relief at ditched tax plans - Martin Lewis

Consumer expert Martin Lewis says many people in the country are still looking at 'difficult times'.

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 15:58:13 GMT

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Liz Truss defends tax cuts and energy costs help in mini-budget

The PM says her government needs to continue to "deliver economic growth, jobs and opportunities".

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 11:00:41 GMT

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Energy crisis: £2,500 price cap for typical households - Truss

A typical household will pay no more than £2,500 a year in energy bills for the next two years.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 10:53:00 GMT

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'I turned my front room into a full-time bakery'

Ben Gray explains why he turned his home into a bakery in lockdown.

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 23:01:02 GMT

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CEO Secrets: Mopping the floor and a lesson in feedback

Steve Vamos of accounting software firm Xero shares his business advice for the CEO Secrets series.

Tue, 23 Aug 2022 23:01:12 GMT

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Martin Lewis: Rishi Sunak and Liz Truss must set out energy bill plans

The consumer journalist says rising prices are a crisis on a scale with the Covid pandemic.

Wed, 10 Aug 2022 09:01:43 GMT

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Truss: Business-as-usual policies won't stop recession

Liz Truss says her tax cuts are more important after the Bank of England's gloomy economic forecast.

Fri, 05 Aug 2022 12:27:03 GMT

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Tory party debate: Sunak and Truss on borrowing and debt

Rishi Sunak and Liz Truss have been going head-to-head for the first time in the BBC's TV debate.

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 21:19:39 GMT

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Cost of fuel: Car meets getting too expensive

Car enthusiasts are used to spending on their motors, but the petrol costs could price some out.

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 00:14:15 GMT

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Price rises: Why a simple lunch is costing more in Asia-Pacific

From Singapore, to Seoul, to Sydney - how the cost of living affects lunch hour.

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 23:38:04 GMT

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RMT's Mick Lynch says UK needs a rebalance of wealth

The RMT union's general secretary, Mick Lynch, speaks ahead of further rail strikes this summer.

Fri, 15 Jul 2022 10:03:04 GMT

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Why I kept my sexuality a secret at work

How an aircraft engineer overcame his fear of revealing his sexuality and set up a Pride network.

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 16:11:34 GMT

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Ros Atkins on… Why rail strikes are happening

Ros Atkins examines why a dispute between the RMT union and employers has led to strike action.

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 19:45:19 GMT

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Grant Shapps: Train strikes are 'full responsibility of the unions'

The Transport Secretary tells the Commons that the public ''will not be hoodwinked'' by the unions.

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 16:32:14 GMT

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Cost of living crisis: Sheerness cafe owner sleeps on shop floor to save money

Steve Jackson skips meals to help pay the rent on his vintage tea shop in Sheerness High Street.

Thu, 26 May 2022 23:04:02 GMT

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Small businesses focus on rising costs ahead of the local elections

Small businesses are the 'lifeline' of the economy says Prince, whose business has felt the impact of inflation.

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 23:00:49 GMT

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The Zomato and Swiggy riders risking their lives to deliver food in 10 minutes

The BBC followed overworked delivery riders as they raced against time to take food to customers.

Tue, 19 Apr 2022 23:03:16 GMT

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Why I didn't use my real name at work

Should you change your name to fit in at work? We look at why some people have anglicised their names.

Sun, 17 Apr 2022 23:01:14 GMT

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Cost of living: 'My money-saving life hacks'

With a squeeze on household budgets, how are Londoners saving money?

Sun, 10 Apr 2022 23:01:07 GMT

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Inside London's only pointe shoes factory

The craft of making pointe shoes for ballet dancers has recently been put on the heritage craft red list.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 23:04:04 GMT

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The Apprentice winner Harpreet Kaur: Sometimes I don't realise how direct I am

Harpreet Kaur also tells BBC Breakfast that her sister is "definitely staying within the business".

Sun, 27 Mar 2022 12:35:28 GMT

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Spring Statement: One family's cost of living experience

The Fords are a busy family and, like many, they’ve noticed the impact of rising prices.

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 18:15:15 GMT

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E-waste: Royal Mint wants to turn your old phone into gold

The Royal Mint has found a way to turn old circuit boards from phones, computers and televisions into gold.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 00:01:51 GMT

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P&O Ferries: Natalie Elphicke heckled by protesters in Dover

Chants of "shame on you" are directed at Natalie Elphicke at a protest against the firm's mass sacking.

Fri, 18 Mar 2022 18:08:18 GMT