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BBC News - Business
Thu, 09 Jul 2020 16:50:43 GMT
A day after the chancellor unveiled a plan to save jobs, two of the UK's biggest retailers announce cuts.
Thu, 09 Jul 2020 17:04:09 GMT
Restrictions in England are further eased - with beauty businesses also able to reopen on Monday.
Thu, 09 Jul 2020 12:02:43 GMT
The chancellor's huge economic support schemes will have to be paid for via higher taxes, the IFS says.
Thu, 09 Jul 2020 15:51:23 GMT
Households could see their energy bills cut by £20 a year under proposals from the regulator.
Wed, 08 Jul 2020 23:12:06 GMT
How one teenager spent nearly £3,000 on his "addiction" to video game loot boxes.
Thu, 09 Jul 2020 12:40:48 GMT
BT and Vodafone warn that users will face days without a mobile signal if a 2023 ban is imposed.
Thu, 09 Jul 2020 14:46:32 GMT
Chancellor Rishi Sunak rejected fears job retention bonus and meal discount are not value for taxpayers.
Thu, 09 Jul 2020 11:46:46 GMT
A pilot in England will test people without symptoms working in 'high-contact' jobs.
Wed, 08 Jul 2020 23:00:49 GMT
Firms hit back after more UK economy coronavirus support measures announced.
Thu, 09 Jul 2020 04:18:20 GMT
The airline has warned almost half of its frontline US workforce that their jobs are at risk.
Wed, 08 Jul 2020 16:59:54 GMT
Chancellor Rishi Sunak has unveiled an "eat out to help out" discount as part of wider measures.
Wed, 08 Jul 2020 22:13:45 GMT
The UK boss of the fast food giant said the chain could cut between 5% and 10% of its staff.
Wed, 08 Jul 2020 16:20:53 GMT
Employers and unions say more needs to be done to support firms and protect employment.
Wed, 08 Jul 2020 16:27:28 GMT
The chancellor has announced a stamp duty holiday until next March, pleasing some but angering others.
Wed, 08 Jul 2020 16:37:46 GMT
Attractions and restaurants may not pass on the chancellor's VAT cut to visitors.
Wed, 08 Jul 2020 12:55:02 GMT
How will Rishi Sunak's coronavirus recovery plan affect the money in your pocket?
Wed, 08 Jul 2020 14:43:52 GMT
Under-30s have been hardest hit in lockdown, so what did they think of the chancellor's summer update?
Wed, 08 Jul 2020 16:07:04 GMT
Rishi Sunak announced his plans to help the economy recover. Here's what you need to know.
Wed, 08 Jul 2020 18:34:27 GMT
Chancellor Rishi Sunak cuts VAT on hospitality and offers firms a bonus to keep furloughed staff, in a bid to stop mass unemployment.
Wed, 08 Jul 2020 16:52:16 GMT
The government has announced changes to stamp duty to help cut costs for anyone buying a home.
Wed, 08 Jul 2020 11:39:16 GMT
The £2bn pledge for the young unemployed is part of chancellor Rishi Sunak's coronavirus recovery plan.
Wed, 08 Jul 2020 18:27:00 GMT
Crew will accept a temporary pay cut over four years as airlines struggle with coronavirus effects.
Thu, 09 Jul 2020 16:48:15 GMT
As lockdown eases, more activities will soon be allowed.
Thu, 09 Jul 2020 12:17:34 GMT
Questions about support bubbles, and other coronavirus topics.
Thu, 09 Jul 2020 06:57:58 GMT
The pandemic will cost the government hundreds of billions of pounds. Where will it all come from?
Tue, 07 Jul 2020 23:08:13 GMT
Gym operator PureGym says its foreign fitness centres "are helping us to survive the UK’s lockdown”.
Mon, 06 Jul 2020 23:06:29 GMT
Landlords are hoping cleaner, more convenient and more intelligent offices will tempt back workers.
Mon, 06 Jul 2020 23:01:58 GMT
His wealth is now estimated to be $171bn (£137bn), having made billions during the pandemic.
Sun, 05 Jul 2020 23:01:40 GMT
What we've learned from watching our other halves work from home during the coronavirus lockdown.
Mon, 06 Jul 2020 23:08:38 GMT
As Beijing focuses on state-owned companies, workers at smaller firms are being hit hard by the pandemic.
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