Money Moves

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced that the upcoming Budget will take place on Wednesday, November 26. During this event, Reeves is expected to outline the government’s plans for taxation and spending, which include funding for essential services like hospitals, schools, and the police. Reeves is facing significant pressure to balance the public finances while also […]

In a significant antitrust case, the U.S. government is challenging Google’s dominance in online search, drawing comparisons to the historic case of United States v. Microsoft from 1998. A year after labeling Google as a “monopolist,” Judge Amit Mehta proposed remedies that have sparked debate about their effectiveness. Notably, the possibility of breaking up Google’s

UK cement production has reached its lowest level since 1950, raising concerns about the future of the government’s housing plans, according to the Mineral Products Association (MPA). Cement, a crucial component of concrete and mortar, is essential for the construction industry. The MPA indicated that the decline in production is largely due to rising energy

A family in Guernsey reported spending nearly £800 on school uniforms despite shopping sales and second-hand options. Mother Nikki highlighted the financial strain due to the rising cost of living and specific school uniform requirements for her children, ages 10, 11, 14, and 16. The States have indicated that 1,027 children will receive grants for

As many students in the West Midlands prepare to return to school, a notable increase in the financial burden of purchasing uniforms has come to light. Parents and guardians have been vocal about the costs associated with school attire, expressing concerns about affordability. In Birmingham, for example, a long queue formed outside a specialist uniform

Police forces and councils across the UK have issued warnings concerning an increase in parking scams during the summer months. The scams include fraudulent text messages regarding unpaid parking tickets and modified parking machines that can capture card details. In a recent discussion, scams expert Nick Stapleton highlighted several ways individuals can safeguard themselves against

Bidders for Thames Water are reportedly considering significant management changes, including the possible dismissal of key senior executives, as part of a restructuring plan for the troubled utility. This move comes in light of government expectations for accountability, especially following substantial fines levied against the company for not meeting operational and environmental standards. Sources involved

Thames Water customers may experience changes to the services provided if a consortium of creditors, known as London & Valley Water, secures approval for its rescue plan. This information surfaced in a business plan outline released by the creditor group, which holds a significant portion of the company’s debts. The proposal outlines the intent to

A U.S. federal judge has ruled that Google does not need to divest its Chrome web browser but must share certain information with competitors. This ruling comes from District Judge Amit Mehta following a prolonged legal conflict regarding Google’s market dominance in online search. The case primarily focused on Google’s status as the default search

The crypto token associated with the Trump family, known as World Liberty Financial (WLFI), has begun public trading, currently valued at approximately $5 billion (£3.7 billion) based on holdings by Donald Trump and his sons. The venture was initiated during the presidential campaign last year and has led to concerns about potential conflicts of interest