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HSBC Profits Jump 32% as UK Bank Tax Debate Intensifies Ahead of Budget
HSBC third-quarter profits rose 32% to $9.6 billion, intensifying UK bank tax debate ahead of t…
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UK Government Unveils £800m Red-Tape Cuts Ahead of Budget
the Government has announced a £800 million annual business savings package targeting red tape,…
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UK Economy Beats Forecasts as AI and Computer Programming Drive Growth
The UK economy grew 0.1% in August 2026, beating forecasts as computer programming and AI-relat…
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UK Businesses Seek Budget Clarity as Andy Burnham Plans Talks With Industry Leaders
UK business news: Andy Burnham prepares Downing Street talks with business leaders ahead of the…
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Entain Plans 400 Job Cuts as UK Gambling Tax Pressure Grows
Entain, owner of Ladbrokes and Coral, plans to cut around 400 customer-care jobs as higher UK g…
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UK Economy Grows Faster Than Expected as AI Boom Boosts Business Activity
The UK economy grew 0.4% in July 2026, beating forecasts as services, computer programming and …
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UK Borrowing Costs Hit Highest Level Since 1998 Ahead of Budget
UK borrowing costs have reached their highest level since 1998, increasing pressure on public f…
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UK Business Group Calls for State Pension Triple Lock Reform Ahead of Budget
UK pension reform is facing renewed pressure as the British Chambers of Commerce calls for the …
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Britain Needs More Than a Change of Prime Minister
Britain's political debate is shifting from leadership change to delivery, with Andy Burnham's …
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UK Business News: Business Confidence Surges as Firms Prepare for Burnham's First Budget
UK business confidence has climbed to 63%, according to Barclays, as companies increase investm…
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UK Politics: Burnham Faces Major Spending Test as Parliament Returns
Prime Minister Andy Burnham faces a major UK political test as spending pressures, the October …