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20 Stories IndexedChildren sleeping on piles of clothes, says charity
A Peterborough charity says hundreds of children in the city are living in bed poverty.
I'm on a mission to convince people to work less
Jo Hooper spent her 20s chasing career success, but had two work-related breakdowns before she was 31.
Hospitality wants permanent VAT cut, 'not gimmick'
Hospitality sector members call for a temporary VAT reduction scheme to be widened and extended.
B&B boss fears 'uneven playing field' over tourist tax
The introduction of a tourism levy in North Yorkshire is currently under consideration.
'Rare' council underspend to help with cost of living
The council spent £20m less than expected last year.
Swinney says reform is at the heart of his programme for government
The first minister is due to set out his plans for the year ahead which are expected to include proposals for significant public service reform.
How Shein lost its shine ahead its long-awaited stock market debut
The firm's Hong Kong listing on Tuesday comes after a years-long quest to sell shares in New York and London.
Japan Inc is betting big on India as China risks deepen
Japanese companies are doubling down on India amid a shrinking domestic market and rising risks in China.
How the US-Canada trade war is being felt on both sides of the border
Ongoing trade tensions between the United States and Canada are creating noticeable impacts for residents and businesses located in both countries. Economic disruptions from these cross-border disputes continue to affect local markets and everyday commerce. Observers on both sides are monitoring the situation as trade restrictions persist.
'My parents won't lend me £10k but helped my brother': When families play financial favourites
Unequal financial support from parents toward their adult children frequently triggers lasting resentment and sibling rivalry within families. Financial experts offer guidance on how relatives can address and prevent these disparities to maintain healthy relationships. The issue highlights the emotional complexities that arise when money is distributed unevenly among offspring.
School uniform swap shop 'saves money and tackles second hand clothes stigma'
A free school uniform swap initiative that began four years ago with a single institution has expanded to include over 200 schools. The program aims to reduce expenses for families while helping to eliminate the social stigma associated with wearing pre-owned clothing.
Fundraiser launched to secure crafting shop future
"We don't want to give up, we want to keep making this work," say the owners.
Barber offers free back-to-school haircuts
Guildford barber Sid Gumbrell says he wants to give back and help parents with the cost of living.
Wife of man who died after turbulence sues airline
Lawyers for Linda Kitchen say her husband was "fatally injured" after the flight dropped 6,000 ft.
Gatwick Airport faced water outage after main burst
SES Water says it has repaired a burst main which was affecting supply to the airport.
'A lot of pressure' - SSE Airtricity to increase gas prices by 19%
The annual gas bill of a typical household in the greater Belfast and west gas network areas will increase by almost £172.
Fed has 'work to do' if price rises don't ease for Americans, Warsh says
Kevin Warsh remarks suggest interest rates could be increased if policymakers think inflation is running too high.
'Cowboy builders' targeted in new government clampdown
A database of trusted tradespeople and a system to protect customers' money is being launched by the government next month.
Colman's Mustard put up for sale ahead of merger
The sale comes before a proposed merger between parent company Unilever and McCormick.
'Not far enough' - US parents and teens on Meta's new limits for young users
As part of an $18bn settlement in a child-safety lawsuit, Meta announced new restrictions on its apps. We asked families what they thought.