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Households face 'dismal' rise in spending power, says IFS

Average disposable income is set to grow by "only" 0.5% annually over the next five years, the think tank says.

Labour ditches day-one protection from unfair dismissal in U-turn

The right will now be introduced after six months, in a breach of Labour's election manifesto.

Simon Jack: Businesses left asking - what happened to growth?

Significant pro-business measures were thin on the ground in this year's Budget.

Nine ways the Budget could affect you if you're under 25

The chancellor's Budget contained a slew of measures which will impact young people specifically.

OBR calls in cyber expert over botched release of Budget analysis

Rachel Reeves's statement was thrown into chaos after journalists were able to access the document early.

Faisal Islam: The real reason Reeves is making you pay more tax

This is about buying breathing space, politically and economically. The two factors are now inseparable.

Isas, cars and pensions: How the Budget affects you

The Budget delivered by Chancellor Rachel Reeves will affect you and your finances. Here's how.

Banking giant to build £10bn tower at Canary Wharf

One of the world's largest banking firms announces plans to build a new HQ "bigger than the Shard".

'I earn £20,000 and live with my son. The Budget means we will pay more tax'

BBC News hears from people with a range of incomes about what they think of the Budget.

No changes to Scottish income tax plan, Robison says

The finance secretary says rates will not rise and no new bands will be introduced in January's Budget.

Classic Morris van to get 21st Century all-electric makeover

An all-electric version of the classic van, a familiar sight in the 1950s, is to go into production.

Asahi says 1.5 million customers' data potentially leaked in cyber-attack

The ransomware attack in September crippled Asahi's Japan operations and caused a drinks shortage.

How the chancellor just took a chunk out of your future pay

The point at which you start to pay tax, and the point where you tip into paying a higher rate of tax have been frozen for three more years.

Budget 2025: Key points at a glance

Changes to tax, pensions and welfare - here’s what you need to know from Rachel Reevesher second Budget.

Salary sacrifice tax break cut on workplace pensions

Some pension savers face a hit to the amount of money they can put into their pension without paying national insurance.

Electric vehicle owners to face pay-per-mile tax

Drivers of electric cars will pay a road charge of 3p per mile, while plug-in hybrid drivers will pay 1.5p per mile from April 2028.

UK growth forecasts lowered from next year

Downgrades to productivity means the economy is set to grow at an annual rate of 1.5% on average over the next five years.

Properties worth more than £2m in England face mansion tax

The surcharge begins at £2,500, rising to £7,500 for properties valued at more than £5m.

Asahi says 1.5 million customers' data potentially leaked in cyber-attack

The ransomware attack in September crippled Asahi's Japan operations and caused a drinks shortage.

Warner settles lawsuit with AI music firm and launches joint venture

The label is going into business with tech start-up Suno after settling a lawsuit against the company.

Over 21s to get £12.71 an hour in minimum wage rise

The move has been welcomed, but some experts say it will not cover the current cost of living.

More North Sea drilling to be allowed in new Labour plan

The chancellor will unveil the North Sea Strategy in her Budget speech, the BBC understands.

'This is the first year I can't find a holiday job'

Seasonal hiring is poised to drop to its lowest level since 2008, a sign of caution among US businesses in the face of tariffs and consumer angst.

How much are minimum wages set to rise?

Three and a half million low-paid workers across the UK benefit from minimum wage rates.

Milkshakes and lattes to face sugar tax in UK

The tax on sugary drinks is being extended to include pre-packaged milk-based drinks.

Help to Save scheme to be offered to more people

The government gives a 50% bonus after two and four years, to encourage those on low incomes to save.

Heathrow's plan for longer third runway chosen by government

Under the selected plan, the runway would be up to 3.5km long and require a new road tunnel under the airport.

Fracking has transformed an Argentine town but what about the nation?

Argentina hopes that an oil and gas boom can benefit the whole country.

The entrepreneur connecting tourists to African hospitality

TripZapp founder Rory Okoli wants to make it simple for tourists to book and pay for African travel.

Machu Picchu hit by a row over tourist buses

Protests have taken place over the coaches that take visitors up to the world heritage site in Peru.

The 'toughest crop': Can tech help cardamom farmers?

Sensitive to the weather and soil cardamom is difficult to cultivate - can tech help?

From florist to drone maker: How the weapon became so mainstream

With drones centre stage in Ukraine, military firms around the globe are ramping up their production.

Will AI mean better adverts or 'creepy slop'?

Advertisers are using AI to personalise adverts but not everyone agrees that's a good idea.

The Kenyan start-up aiming to electrify African transport

From fleets of e-bikes to individual riders, eWaka aims to sell across Africa's delivery market.

Fire-blocking chemicals promise safer buildings

New treatments promise to make buildings fire-resistant without using older, toxic chemicals.

Will quantum be bigger than AI?

The highly complex technology is increasingly being tipped to transform computing.

The start-up creating science kits for young Africans

Stemaide's goal is to bring tech skills to young Africans and prepare them for future jobs.

'This is the big one' - tech firms bet on electrifying rail

Railway operators have new options for electric trains including getting rid of locomotives altogether.

How do Surrey businesses feel about the Budget?

Businesses in Surrey give mixed reactions to Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Budget.

What is happening to gas and electricity prices?

Typical gas and electricity bills are forecast to fall slightly from January when a new energy price cap began.

'Budget could be worse' - Worcester residents

People at a community kitchen say the Chancellor is helping the worst-off but others will pay for it.

When will the cash Isa saving limits change?

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced changes to cash Isa rules, but what are they and how do they work?

Grants awarded to tackle cost-of-living crisis

Organisations are awarded £80,000 worth of grants by Dorset Community Foundation and BCP Council.

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

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

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

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

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

Trump's state visit is mired with potential pitfalls despite careful planning

Months of preparations have gone into this state visit - but the Lord Mandelson question is not the only concern troubling insiders.

'I didn't expect that' - minimum wage chat leaves some shocked

The BBC's Tyler Edwards asks under 25s in Cardiff if they think the minimum wage increase is enough.

The Global Story

The inside story of Shein’s success, and the challenges it faces in its bid to go public

How to avoid scams when shopping online

Camilla Smythe from the Cyber Defence Alliance gives her tips for shopping online.

Watch: 'Mind-blowing' - BBC correspondents react as OBR releases Budget details early

In the lead up to the Chancellor delivering her Budget, the Office for Budget Responsibility published their report early in error.

Why am I taxed and what is it spent on?

The BBC's Ben Chu looks at how much the UK government gets in tax and where those taxes are spent.

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