Money Moves

On April 1, 2025, the National Living Wage and National Minimum Wage increased, impacting approximately 3.5 million low-paid workers across the UK. These wage rates are set annually by the government based on recommendations from the Low Pay Commission. Additionally, the Real Living Wage, which is voluntarily paid by some firms, has also risen, affecting […]

Andrew Lynas, a key figure in Northern Ireland’s catering industry from Lynas Foodservice, has noted that customers are experiencing increased costs as a result of the Windsor Framework, a post-Brexit agreement. He stated that the complexities of Brexit-related paperwork, health certificates, and additional staffing costs imposed by suppliers in Great Britain have contributed to this

A legal challenge has been initiated by a campaign group known as Communities Against Gatwick Noise Emissions (CAGNE) regarding the planned expansion of Gatwick Airport. The group contends that the government’s approval of a second operating runway at the West Sussex airport is flawed, citing inadequate assessment of the project’s impact on greenhouse gas emissions,

Federal workers are uncertain about their job status following a recent wave of layoffs that occurred alongside a federal government shutdown. The Trump administration announced the termination of approximately 4,200 federal employees on Friday, affecting seven agencies, though 700 layoffs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) were reversed shortly thereafter. A hearing

Chancellor Rachel Reeves indicated that she is currently evaluating tax and spending policies ahead of the upcoming autumn Budget scheduled for next month. During an interview with Sky News, she emphasized the importance of ensuring that financial figures are balanced, especially in the context of slow economic growth and increasing government debt. Reeves has previously

The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has proposed new measures for the veterinary sector, following an investigation into the industry valued at £6.3 billion. A key recommendation is that veterinary clinics be required to publish price lists and disclose whether they belong to larger veterinary groups. The CMA’s investigation indicated that pet owners are

Royal Mail has received a £21 million fine from Ofcom after it was reported that nearly 25% of first-class mail was delivered late during the 2024-2025 fiscal year. This penalty represents the third-largest fine issued by Ofcom and follows the company’s failure to meet its delivery performance targets for both first and second-class mail. According

Libraries in East Yorkshire are organizing costume swap shops in preparation for Halloween. Residents can donate unwanted, Halloween-themed costumes and accessories until October 19. Following this, the items will be displayed for others to select and collect from October 20 until November 2. The participating library branches include Bridlington Central, Withernsea, Haltemprice, Goole, South Cave,

Public health officials have highlighted a significant concern regarding child poverty in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. The 2025 Director of Public Health report reveals that approximately 27,000 individuals under the age of 19 are living in “relative poverty” in the region. This statistic indicates that about one in five children, or 22.9%, in

In a recent interview, Simon Jack, BBC Business Editor, discussed global economic concerns with Jamie Dimon, CEO and Chairman of JP Morgan Chase. Dimon, who has led the largest bank in the United States for nearly two decades, expressed apprehension about the potential for a significant decline in the U.S. stock market within the next