Rail fares in England to rise by up to 5.9% from March
The below-inflation increase in regulated fares will take place in March, the government said.
TransPennine Express cancels dozens more rail services
TransPennine Express cancels services for a second day running with some linked to an IT issue.
UK economy shrank more than previously thought
The economy has been weaker than previously estimated for much of this year, official figures show.
Firms frustrated by post-Brexit trade red tape
Two years after post-Brexit trading began with the EU, UK firms are still struggling with the new rules, says BCC.
Move to the country property trend fading – Zoopla
Buyers will search for homes in affordable towns, the property website says, as house prices fall in 2023.
Rise in sales of second-hand outfits for festive parties
The cost of living and sustainable shopping are driving a trend for pre-loved party pieces, experts say.
Reindeer herders fear Arctic industry boom
In Swedish Lapland herders say their animals are being affected by wind farms and other industry.
Microsoft-Activision deal: Gamers sue to stop merger
Xbox maker faces lawsuit from10 gamers who say the multibillion dollar merger will harm competition.
One million energy vouchers unclaimed in cold snap
Postal strikes may have added to delays in claims for energy support in December’s sub-zero snap.
Trump business losses sharply reduced his tax bill
In 2020, the then US president reported negative income and paid no income tax.