Learner drivers face 24-week wait as backlog continues for two more years

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 00:02:02 GMT
The National Audit Office said there was a backlog of 1.1 million tests since the Covid-19 pandemic.

Weight-loss jab ad banned for targeting new mums

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 00:01:44 GMT
It's one of three social media adverts banned for irresponsibly exploiting body insecurites.

Warner Bros to reject $108bn Paramount bid, reports say

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 02:32:49 GMT
Warner Bros will reportedly advise its shareholders to vote against the offer as early as Wednesday.

New £150m funding package to protect jobs at Grangemouth

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 00:01:56 GMT
The UK government and owners Ineos say the funding will support 500 jobs at the site's ethylene plant.

Employment Rights Bill clears last parliamentary hurdle

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 18:27:02 GMT
Sir Keir Starmer said the development marked a "major victory for working people in every part of the country".

Former chancellor George Osborne joins OpenAI

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 19:37:20 GMT
Osborne said it was a privilege to become managing director of OpenAI for Countries based in London.

EU waters down plans to end new petrol and diesel car sales by 2035

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 19:28:36 GMT
Carmakers, particularly in Germany, have lobbied heavily for concessions to the planned rules.

Downing Street insists negotiations over US-UK tech deal still live

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 22:39:14 GMT
When the partnership was unveiled in September the UK government said it would "shape the futures of millions of people".

Young workers hit hard as UK unemployment rate rises to 5.1%

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 12:21:34 GMT
UK job vacancies flatline in a "subdued labour market", but average earnings still higher than inflation.

Thousands of drivers wrongly fined for speeding since 2021

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 17:32:07 GMT
An anomaly identified by National Highways caused thousands of incorrect speed camera activations.

Sunak defends Covid loan scheme over excessive fraud claims

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 14:24:52 GMT
Critics say Bounce Back Loans were vulnerable to fraud, but Sunak cited need for speedy rollout

Bentleys and Scottish salmon to benefit from UK-South Korea trade deal

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 13:14:03 GMT
The government said the deal was an extension of its current tariff-free arrangement on most goods and services traded between the countries.

Ben & Jerry's row deepens as three board members removed

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 04:05:54 GMT
One co-founder called it a "blatant power grab" designed to strip the board of its independence.

UK launches taskforce to 'break down barriers' for women in technology

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 00:04:18 GMT
It comes after the government was urged to help close the UK tech sector's gender gap in order to meet its ambitious AI goals.

Nissan begins building new Leaf in UK

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 13:53:04 GMT
Business Secretary Peter Kyle says "Nissan's investment is a major commitment to the North East".

Ford to scale back electric vehicle plans, taking $19.5bn hit

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 23:32:25 GMT
The US carmaker is backing away from large electric vehicles, citing lacklustre demand and recent regulatory changes under US President Donald Trump.

Furlough not perfect but prevented mass unemployment, Sunak says

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 17:06:00 GMT
The former PM, who was chancellor during the crisis, says there was no "playbook" of how to respond to the pandemic.

'Throw the parcel at the door' - Evri couriers cutting corners to earn a better wage

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 06:01:35 GMT
BBC Panorama investigates the delivery firm - a market leader with the worst reputation for non-deliveries.

Ofcom investigates BT and Three for failing to connect 999 calls

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 11:41:43 GMT
The companies have been fined in the past over outages leaving customers unable to call emergency services.

Airbnb fined £56m by Spain for advertising unlicensed properties

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 14:19:27 GMT
The government has been cracking down on the rentals firm as neighbourhoods protest against holiday lets.

Roomba vacuum cleaner firm files for bankruptcy

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 07:47:31 GMT
Under the so-called pre-packaged Chapter 11 process, the main maker of its devices will take ownership of the firm.

Can I just check - are my emails holding me back at work?!

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 13:53:45 GMT
What impact is our email etiquette having on how we are perceived and even promoted at work?

Grand Theft Auto game creator sacked us for trying to unionise

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 10:21:43 GMT
Former staff at the Grand Theft Auto creator are seeking an employment tribunal over alleged "union-busting".

'A nightmare' - The battle over Warner Bros is turning Hollywood upside down

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 00:37:15 GMT
Interviews with dozens of actors, producers and camera crews reveal an industry attempting to weigh the lesser of two horrible choices.

Train timetable revamp takes effect with more services promised

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 10:54:54 GMT
Rail operators promise more services across the network and faster journeys on some routes.

Tories to scrap petrol car ban if they win next election

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 12:44:25 GMT
The Conservative Party leader says the policy is "destructive" and "economic self-harm".

Meet the biggest heat pumps in the world

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 00:06:44 GMT
Across Europe huge heat pumps are being installed that can heat tens of thousands of homes.

Spain's commitment to renewable energy may be in doubt

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 00:02:06 GMT
The current government is politically weakened and the opposition wants more use of fossil fuels.

'It's amazing' – the wonder material very few can make

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 00:03:10 GMT
Just a handful of companies can make cadmium zinc telluride, a material with powerful properties.

Japan is facing a dementia crisis – can technology help?

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 00:49:01 GMT
Elderly people aged 65 and over now make up nearly 30% of Japan's population.

Can Japan get more female business leaders?

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 00:04:53 GMT
The country lags behind when it comes to women in leadership positions.

Sold 30 items on Vinted? Don't panic if you get a message about tax

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 00:14:59 GMT
Here's what you need to know about tax rules if you're selling items online.

What are freeze-dried sweets and why are they popular?

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 16:08:55 GMT
Big confectionery makers are rolling out freeze-dried sweets after they become an online sensation.

How family firms can best plan for succession

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 00:12:26 GMT
The Murdochs had a much-reported inheritance battle, but smoother transitions are possible.

'Carspreading' is on the rise - and not everyone is happy about it

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 08:37:07 GMT
In the UK and across Europe, cars are becoming longer, wider and heavier.

Why time is running out for Germany's green hydrogen industry

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 00:18:35 GMT
Firms are ready to make the equipment needed for green hydrogen, but demand has not picked up yet.

OBR head's resignation leaves potential landmines for Reeves

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 00:29:54 GMT
Chancellor's next mission to find a respected and credible economist to run the OBR will require careful balance

Greek sheep and goat cull raises fears of feta cheese shortage

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 00:10:14 GMT
Livestock is being culled across the country due to an infectious disease outbreak.

Empty shelves fill food hub volunteers with dread

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 06:13:08 GMT
The Cheylesmore Food Hub are appealing for donations in the winter months due to empty shelves.

Market town's food bank demand triples

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 12:58:12 GMT
The charity is appealing for more donations, as it often has to purchase food itself.

Brixton Soup Kitchen prepares for busy Christmas

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 08:08:08 GMT
Volunteers are preparing hampers and toys for local children who would otherwise go without.

Christmas gifts wrapped and sent out for children

Sat, 13 Dec 2025 08:05:59 GMT
More than 100 volunteers gathered to wrap thousands of presents for children across the capital.

Crafters warn of imported 'tat' at festive fairs

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 15:15:22 GMT
Some stallholders and event organisers are angry about cheap goods being sold as 'handmade' items.

Budget 2025: What's the best and worst that could happen for Labour?

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 15:14:47 GMT
Three days in, after a tax U-turn and partial climbdown on workers' rights, Laura Kuenssberg looks at what impact Budget week might have.

Has Britain's budget watchdog become too all-powerful?

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 00:00:03 GMT
Ahead of this week's Budget, some have accused the Office for Budget Responsibility of being a "straitjacket on growth"

The curious case of why Poundland is struggling during a cost-of-living crisis

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 08:03:37 GMT
Why - in an age where so many of us are feeling the financial pinch - are some budget shops on UK high streets having such a tough time?

The £5.30 orange juice that tells the story of why supermarket prices are sky high

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 06:58:17 GMT
Butter, chocolate, coffee and milk have all seen prices rocket. Tracing back through the story of one particular supermarket staple begins to explain why

How Milei's 'Thatcherite' economics divided his nation - but won over Trump

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 12:26:40 GMT
Ahead of Milei's visit to the White House - amid protests and anger on the streets back at home - Ione Wells unravels the paradox that Argentina's president has created

Jamie Oliver on the return of his restaurant chain

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 12:56:41 GMT
Speaking to Amol Rajan on the BBC's Radical podcast, chef and campaigner Jamie Oliver reveals all about his experiences of failure and learning from it.

Martin Lewis on what people misunderstand about credit scores

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 14:00:51 GMT
Martin Lewis explains the things people misunderstand about credit scores.

Neighbourhood businesses hit by series of break-ins

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 07:10:55 GMT
Businesses in Canton tell BBC Wales about how a recent spate of break-ins has affected them.

Vintage market trader retires after 60 years

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 11:49:00 GMT
Birmingham vintage market trader retires after 60 years

Are you a HENRY? Here's how the budget affects you

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 09:40:19 GMT
HENRY stands for High Earners who are Not Rich Yet. Most are young and work in tech or finance.