Traffic Commissioners for Great Britain publish 2024-25 annual report
The Traffic Commissioners for Great Britain have today (7 August 2025) released their Annual Report to the Secretary of State for 2024 to 2025. HM GovernmentSource
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£143 million funding to secure over 130 disused coal tips
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will outline how £143 million of UK Government funding will secure over 130 disused coal tips in Wales on a visit to Port Talbot today, Thursday 7 August. HM GovernmentSource
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Trump tariffs kick in; Bank of England likely to cut rates – business live
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news Dozens more countries face higher taxes on exports to US as new Trump tariffs come into effect Donald Trump’s plan to impose 100% tariffs on semiconductors would be “devastating” for the Philippines, an industry leader has warned today. The
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Bank of England poised to cut interest rates on Thursday
Quarter-point reduction expected, with City investors predicting a three-way split among rate setters The Bank of England is poised to cut interest rates on Thursday despite a growing divide between its policymakers over the dangers to the economy from high inflation and rising unemployment. In a development that
Read MoreNew review highlights untapped potential of the vaginal microbiome in women’s health
The microscopic bacteria living in women’s bodies could be a powerful tool for personalised, non-invasive treatment and earlier diagnosis. HM GovernmentSource
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What quintessentially British images should go on the new banknotes? Our panel has some ideas | Athena Kugblenu and others
The Bank of England is redesigning money with new themes. So how about Lincoln Cathedral, the London Marathon … or wheelie bins? Continue reading… Athena Kugblenu, David Reynolds, Coco Khan, Connor Myers and Henry BonsuSource
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Lord Vallance calls on tech experts to design ways to help reduce electricity bills
Science Minister Lord Vallance calls on businesses and researchers to develop cutting edge tech, that could cut energy costs in the long-term. HM GovernmentSource
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37 local heritage sites to benefit from £15 million boost to breathe new life into communities across England
Heritage buildings are set to benefit from £15 million of funding as part of the government’s ongoing commitment to ensure our heritage is fit for the future HM GovernmentSource
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Brand Scotland partners with Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society
Scottish Secretary keynote speech on the value of Scotland’s cultural offer HM GovernmentSource
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Fall in UK GDP puts focus back on expectations of tax rises in autumn budget
Depressing data comes as Rachel Reeves and her team were daring to hope business confidence was recovering UK economy shrinks unexpectedly in blow to Reeves Business live – latest updates May’s unexpected 0.1% decline in GDP will make depressing reading for Rachel Reeves before a tough budget in
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