Asda has been identified as the UK’s most expensive supermarket fuel retailer, according to recent analysis. The RAC reported that at the end of May, Asda’s petrol prices were, on average, 2.1p per litre higher than those at rival supermarkets Tesco, Morrisons, and Sainsbury’s. The disparity was even greater for diesel, with a difference of […]
A pub landlord in Bramley, a village near Guildford in Surrey, claims his business is suffering due to a water contamination issue that has prompted a ‘do not drink’ notice. Hundreds of residents have been advised against using their tap water following concerns linked to a historical fuel leak from the village petrol station. Thames […]
Former footballer Emile Heskey has been ordered to pay costs to HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) following a legal dispute over an unpaid £1.637 million tax bill. Specialist costs judge Mark Whalan ruled that Heskey must pay £194,794.42 in legal fees, describing the amount as “reasonable and proportionate” given the complexity of the case. HMRC […]
The number of visas available to migrants would be reduced each year under a new Conservative government, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has promised. This new policy will allow MPs to vote on annual government proposals aimed at regularly reducing immigration numbers, based on recommendations from the expert Migration Advisory Committee (MAC). Although no specific figures […]
Nigel Farage has announced his return to frontline politics, declaring his candidacy for MP in Clacton, Essex, and his leadership of the Reform UK party. Farage’s re-entry comes as the election campaign heats up, with major parties unveiling their key pledges. In his announcement, Farage promised to lead a political revolt, criticising the current state […]
Lady Bamford’s renowned farm shop, Daylesford Organic, has reported a significant financial downturn, posting a £3.6 million loss last year as customers increasingly turned away from its premium products. This sharp decline comes after a modest loss of £291,000 the previous year, marking a troubling reversal from the company’s pandemic-era growth and profitability. Daylesford Organic, […]
Britain’s competition watchdog has commenced an investigation into Nationwide’s £2.9 billion acquisition of Virgin Money, examining potential anti-trust concerns. The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) confirmed the probe on Friday, setting a July 26 deadline for its initial decision. The CMA’s investigation will assess whether the merger could reduce competition within the banking sector. The […]
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has urged regulators to rigorously scrutinise Daniel Kretinsky’s proposed £3.6 billion takeover of Royal Mail, amidst concerns about a potential break-up of the iconic postal service. Hunt emphasised the importance of extending the safeguards currently promised by Kretinsky beyond their initial periods. Speaking to LBC, Hunt highlighted the possibility of extending the […]
UK Finance, the prominent banking trade association, has issued a call to action for the incoming government to implement policies that will spur economic growth and enhance financial engagement. Their financial services manifesto outlines key initiatives aimed at addressing critical issues such as financial education, fraud prevention, and support for net-zero investments. A major proposal […]
Business confidence in the UK has surged to its highest level in nearly a decade, according to the latest figures from Lloyds Bank’s business barometer index. This boost in confidence, the highest since November 2015, is expected to be highlighted by the Conservative government as evidence of economic momentum under Prime Minister Rishi Sunak. Lloyds […]