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PM meeting with Prime Minister Mickoski of North Macedonia: 16 May 2025

The Prime Minister met Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski of North Macedonia at the European Political Community summit today. HM GovernmentSource

Consultation opens into County Durham incinerator application

The Environment Agency has launched a consultation into an environmental permit application from Fornax (North East) Ltd to operate an energy-from-waste plant. HM GovernmentSource

Why studying economics is so important | Letters

David Redshaw and Andrew Webb respond to an article by the bank of England’s Clare Lombardelli Clare Lombardelli is right about the problems of economics teaching (‘It’s pretty bad’: Bank of England top official on the lack of female economics students, 5 May), and it’s illustrated right there

Mood-boosting rate cut is a fillip for Reeves but leaves future uncertain

Split in Bank of England votes muddies waters as to direction of monetary policy in coming months UK interest rates fall to 4.25% as Bank of England announces a quarter-point cut Explainer: what does it mean for mortgages and savings? Business live – latest updates Thursday’s interest rate

Bank of England backs scheme to put more economics teachers into state schools

Initial training to be offered in north-west England, as report shows disparities in access to the subject The Bank of England is backing a drive to put more economics teachers into state schools, as a report has revealed young people from disadvantaged backgrounds are the least likely to

Government to set new ten-year budgets for R&D funding

New criteria to give certainty to world-class research organisations, helping to attract greater private investment and grow the UK economy. HM GovernmentSource

‘Significant doubt’ revealed over Bank of London’s ability to keep operating

Auditors question if Peter Mandelson-linked firm can raise adequate funding after news of regulator’s investigation The Bank of London, the fledgling clearing bank formerly backed by Peter Mandelson, has revealed it is under investigation by UK regulators, with auditors saying the fallout could throw “significant doubt” over its

7 Clues That Your HVAC System Is About to Go Out For Good

Image Source: pexels.com Are you starting to wonder if your HVAC system is on its last legs? Few things are more frustrating than having your heating or cooling fail when you need it most. Your HVAC system is the unsung hero of your home, quietly keeping you comfortable

Some Things I’ll Never Spend Money On

I was in San Diego for the first time this past week. It’s a beautiful city. I can see why people are willing to spend so much on housing costs to live there. Michael and I were in town to record a live podcast at Torrey Pines.1 That’s

Zoho Books vs. QuickBooks: Features Comparison, Pros, Cons

Hillary Crawford writes for NerdWallet. Email: hcrawford@nerdwallet.com. The article Zoho Books vs. QuickBooks: Features Comparison, Pros, Cons originally appeared on NerdWallet. Hillary CrawfordSource

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