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Petrol prices rise for first time since early July

Petrol prices rise for first time since early July

The average cost of a litre of the fuel at UK forecourts on Monday was 162.8p, up from 162.1p a week ago.

Businesses must do more to boost cyber defences, says Nadhim Zahawi

Businesses must do more to boost cyber defences, says Nadhim Zahawi

The Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster has urged firms to work more closely with the Government to better protect themselves.

Government ‘limping backwards on protecting 30% of England for nature’

Government ‘limping backwards on protecting 30% of England for nature’

Conservationists say ministers have made little progress on the target and deregulation proposals could lead to backsliding.

Interest in reproduction of painting by the King ‘flabbergasts’ auctioneers

Interest in reproduction of painting by the King ‘flabbergasts’ auctioneers

The print is number 18 in a limited run of 100 reproductions of a painting of Balmoral Castle by the King in 2001.

Rolls-Royce unveils first pure electric car Spectre

Rolls-Royce unveils first pure electric car Spectre

The launch of Spectre heralds a ‘bold electric future’, according to the luxury vehicle manufacturer.

Otter pup rescued from Tesco van’s engine compartment

Otter pup rescued from Tesco van’s engine compartment

The young female was reunited with a rescued male pup, believed to be her brother, after being pulled to safety by the RSPCA.

Proposals to bring in four-day working week clears first Commons hurdle

Proposals to bring in four-day working week clears first Commons hurdle

Labour MP Peter Dowd told the Commons it is ‘time for change’ as he made the case for a shorter working week.

Liz Truss battles on but poll suggests Tory members have lost faith

Liz Truss battles on but poll suggests Tory members have lost faith

She led a meeting of her Cabinet as she battled to salvage her authority as Prime Minister.

Santander sees surge in calls to mortgage helplines after mini-budget

Santander sees surge in calls to mortgage helplines after mini-budget

The lender saw an influx of homeowners concerned about monthly payments and what will happen once their fixed-rate mortgage deal ends.

HSBC ‘green’ ads banned for omitting information about bank’s own emissions

HSBC ‘green’ ads banned for omitting information about bank’s own emissions

The posters, seen on bus stops in Bristol and London in October 2021, read ‘Climate change doesn’t do borders’.

Prison officer denies having ‘inappropriate relationship’ with inmate

Prison officer denies having ‘inappropriate relationship’ with inmate

Ruth Shmylo, 25, denies becoming involved with the male prisoner while at HMP Parc in Bridgend.

No 10 backs defence spending pledge after minister threatens to quit if broken

No 10 backs defence spending pledge after minister threatens to quit if broken

James Heappey warned he would resign if Liz Truss breaks her promise, while Defence Secretary Ben Wallace would be expected to follow.

James Bond actor Daniel Craig receives same honour as 007 at Windsor Castle

James Bond actor Daniel Craig receives same honour as 007 at Windsor Castle

The actor was made a Companion of the Order of St Michael and St George, the same honour held by Ian Fleming’s famous character.

UK/EU trade down on levels expected without Brexit, research finds

UK/EU trade down on levels expected without Brexit, research finds

The analysis was conducted by Ireland’s Economic and Social Research Institute.

Victim told neighbour she was being ‘healed’ by murder-accused, court hears

Victim told neighbour she was being ‘healed’ by murder-accused, court hears

The prosecution claim Jemma Mitchell killed her vulnerable friend, Mee Kuen Chong, to get money to pay for house repairs.

Liz Truss no longer standing by pension triple lock commitment

Liz Truss no longer standing by pension triple lock commitment

Downing Street indicated ministers could ditch their commitment to the policy.

Starmer accuses Tory MPs of prioritising their party over the country

Starmer accuses Tory MPs of prioritising their party over the country

The Labour leader suggested many people feel ‘the real risk now is carrying on with this lot’ after the Government ‘demolished’ its mini-budget.

Environmental performance ‘unacceptable’, water company bosses admit

Environmental performance ‘unacceptable’, water company bosses admit

The industry has seen its reputation battered by rising public concern over sewage spills into rivers and seas.

Meta ordered to sell Giphy as UK competition watchdog confirms decision

Meta ordered to sell Giphy as UK competition watchdog confirms decision

The Competition and Markets Authority has reiterated a decision it first made last year.

Sleeping less than five hours linked to multiple diseases in later life – study

Sleeping less than five hours linked to multiple diseases in later life – study

Scientists recommend getting between seven and eight hours of sleep every night.

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