UK savers could have up to £110,000 protected under regulator’s new plan
Rise from current limit of £85,000 would be first big change to protection scheme since 2008 banking crisis Business live – latest updates UK savers would have up to £110,000 of their deposits protected if their bank or building society goes bust under proposals put forward by the
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PM statement on British Steel: 12 April 2025
Prime Minister Keir Starmer's statement on British Steel this afternoon. HM GovernmentSource
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Minister for Europe opening remarks at Antalya Diplomacy Forum: Saturday 12 April
Minister for Europe Stephen Doughty makes opening remarks at the Antalya Diplomacy Forum in Antalya, Turkey. HM GovernmentSource
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Communities to nominate UK traditions for new inventory
Nominations will open this summer for traditions like Notting Hill Carnival, Hogmanay and artisanal crafts to be officially recognised HM GovernmentSource
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Government acts to save British steel production
Urgent action by the Government sees vote on emergency powers to save British steel production. HM GovernmentSource
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Business and Trade Secretary steel statement
Opening remarks from the Business and Trade Secretary in the House of Commons. HM GovernmentSource
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Secretary of State for Transport’s vision for transport
The Secretary of State for Transport talks about her vision for a transport system that works for everyone. HM GovernmentSource
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Barclays cuts rates on some mortgages to below 4% amid US tariffs turmoil
Bank is largest UK lender to cut rates in apparent response to turbulence, and experts predict others will follow Business live – latest updates Barclays has become the largest UK lender so far to cut its mortgage rates in apparent response to the financial turmoil sparked by the
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Trump’s trade war could pose ‘substantial’ threat to UK economy, says Bank
Although UK may avoid tariffs, overall productivity could be impacted by tit-for-tat tariffs between economies A full-blown trade war would pose a “substantial” threat to the British economy, Bank of England governor Andrew Bailey has warned. Donald Trump struck Canadian and Mexican imports with new duties of 25%
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Bank of England must proceed with caution over future rate cuts, says deputy governor
Dave Ramsden said gradual and careful approach needed to balance inflation risks and interest rate cuts Business live – latest updates Bank of England policymakers must proceed cautiously – like mountaineers – as they cut interest rates in the months ahead as inflation risks rise, according to the
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