Government to give cash payouts to people in financial crisis

The replacement to the Household Support Fund aims to help people facing sudden difficulties.

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'We don't need a sticking plaster', say pub owners

More than 40 hospitality firms have come together to campaign against tax increases.

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Reeves vows rail plan will go ahead, despite cynicism

The scheme will be delivered in phases, starting with upgrades to lines between Leeds, York, Bradford and Sheffield.

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China announces record $1tn trade surplus despite Trump tariffs

Beijing reported the largest-ever trade surplus at $1.19tn as China diversified its trade.

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Trump briefed on military and covert options for Iran, sources say

The US president also imposes a 25% tariff on countries that "do business" with Tehran, while Iran's foreign minister says his country is "ready for war".

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Businesses call to be included in any pub rates backtrack

Shops, pharmacies and music venues want any climbdown on business rates for pubs to apply to them too.

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Heineken boss steps down as beer sales slow

The move to low and no-alcohol has led to falling sales at the brewing giant.

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