UK Business News
Rachel Reeves doesn’t mind if you don't like her Budget
Thu, 31 Oct 2024 18:08:55 GMT
The Budget is about the long game on the economy and Reeves believes the current pain is a price worth paying.
Workers warned Budget tax rises will hit their wages
Thu, 31 Oct 2024 16:37:49 GMT
Economists say tax rises in the Budget will mean employers have less to give as pay rises.
UK borrowing costs at highest for a year after Budget
Thu, 31 Oct 2024 18:02:03 GMT
Analysts say the rise in borrowing costs is a sign the markets aren't happy about the increase in government spending.
How Japan's youngest CEO transformed Hello Kitty
Thu, 31 Oct 2024 23:05:16 GMT
As the cute character celebrates her 50th anniversary, the firm behind it is now a trillion yen business.
Six ways the Budget will affect you if you're under 25
Thu, 31 Oct 2024 15:29:34 GMT
Among the policies announced by the chancellor, some will have a direct impact on younger people.
Child benefit reform plans scrapped
Thu, 31 Oct 2024 17:15:53 GMT
A planned move to a system where claims are based on household income, rather than an individual's, will not go ahead.
'This catastrophic Budget will push up the price of a pint'
Thu, 31 Oct 2024 12:32:12 GMT
Hiking the amount employers pay in National Insurance, coupled with other cost rises, has sparked fury from businesses.
'We earn £100,000 together. We are not worse off after the Budget'
Thu, 31 Oct 2024 10:16:51 GMT
People tell the BBC how much they earn and what they made of the Budget.
Warning 'pain' of tax hikes to hit jobs and pay rises
Wed, 30 Oct 2024 17:53:29 GMT
The chancellor says businesses will "contribute more" as she raises employer National Insurance to 15%.
Row over 'black hole' in public finances continues
Thu, 31 Oct 2024 12:57:58 GMT
The parties' disagreement about the state of the public finances continues post-Budget.
How the Budget will affect you and your money
Wed, 30 Oct 2024 16:28:49 GMT
The chancellor has delivered a packed Budget, so here's how it affects you and your money.
Where is the growth in Reeves' 'Budget for growth'?
Wed, 30 Oct 2024 17:37:05 GMT
Labour's first Budget in 14 years had a lot to say about growth, but forecasts paint a mixed picture.
Russia fines Google more money than there is in entire world
Thu, 31 Oct 2024 12:24:25 GMT
The mind-boggling figure has been levied due to the company restricting Russian state media on YouTube.
Will mortgage rates fall? Your Budget questions answered
Wed, 30 Oct 2024 19:48:23 GMT
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced a raft of changes to taxes and spending in the Budget.
Budget 2024: Key points at a glance
Wed, 30 Oct 2024 17:45:14 GMT
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has delivered Labour’s first Budget since 2010 – here’s what you need to know.
China's BYD overtakes Tesla revenue for first time
Thu, 31 Oct 2024 04:21:38 GMT
The electric vehicle giant saw its revenues jump 24% as government subsidies boost China's car industry.
How are the inheritance tax rules changing?
Wed, 30 Oct 2024 14:13:20 GMT
Inheritance tax is again creating political debate so how does it work and who pays?
Rail fares set to rise in England next year
Wed, 30 Oct 2024 18:43:39 GMT
Regulated rail fares in England are set to rise by 4.6%, while most rail cards will rise by £5.
Row over 'black hole' in public finances continues
Thu, 31 Oct 2024 12:57:58 GMT
The parties' disagreement about the state of the public finances continues post-Budget.
Budget boost to UK economy forecast to fade after two years
Wed, 30 Oct 2024 17:25:06 GMT
The government's official forecaster raises its prediction for UK growth in 2024 and 2025 but reduces it for later years.
Minimum wage to rise to £12.21 an hour next year
Wed, 30 Oct 2024 09:30:53 GMT
The National Living Wage will rise by 77p from £11.44 per hour for workers over the age of 21.
What is NI and how much do workers and employers pay?
Wed, 30 Oct 2024 13:25:40 GMT
The government has announced an increase in the amount of National Insurance (NI) paid by employers.
How much will the minimum wage rise by?
Tue, 29 Oct 2024 18:00:32 GMT
Ministers have announced bigger-than-expected increases to the National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage.
What is stamp duty and how much do I pay?
Wed, 30 Oct 2024 15:34:49 GMT
What are the stamp duty rules and rates across the UK?
What is a non-dom and how are the rules changing?
Wed, 30 Oct 2024 15:24:02 GMT
The non-domicile rules let some UK residents limit the tax they pay on earnings outside the country.
HS2 Euston link funding announced in Budget
Wed, 30 Oct 2024 17:38:46 GMT
Chancellor Rachel Reeves says government funding will be provided for the project to link to Euston.
Starbucks drops olive oil coffees as it shakes up menu
Wed, 30 Oct 2024 04:47:29 GMT
The announcement comes less than a week after the company reported falling global sales.
Why Canada wants more overseas tourists to visit
Thu, 31 Oct 2024 00:01:41 GMT
Canada has launched a tourist drive but will tensions with China doom it to fail?
Can AI make life easier for people with dementia?
Tue, 29 Oct 2024 00:08:16 GMT
AI projects are underway to help ease the challenges of dementia.
Teashop 'forced to close' by VAT rules
Tue, 29 Oct 2024 06:09:54 GMT
Small businesses say they deliberately avoid earning too much, to stop becoming liable for the sales tax and losing money.
World's most indebted oil firm is headache for new Mexico leader
Mon, 28 Oct 2024 00:35:53 GMT
Claudia Sheinbaum inherits a buoyant manufacturing sector, but also a troubled state-owned oil firm.
Will AI make work burnout worse?
Tue, 22 Oct 2024 23:09:53 GMT
As more AI tools are rolled out, some argue they are contributing to employee burnout.
Nerves frayed in Canada and Mexico over US trade relations
Mon, 21 Oct 2024 23:02:56 GMT
As Americans prepare to vote in the presidential election, Canadians and Mexicans mull the likely impact.
Holiday in Greenland? New airports aim to entice tourists
Sun, 20 Oct 2024 23:27:58 GMT
The Arctic territory hopes that three new airports will pave the way for direct flights from the US and Europe.