News Room
- Are UK interest rates still expected to fall soon?
The interest rate set by the Bank of England affects mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions.
- UK stock market calms but oil prices rise over fears Iran war may drag on
European markets are trading a little higher but gas and crude prices remain volatile.
- Brewdog founder admits 'many mistakes' as hundreds lose jobs in sale
James Watt apologises to staff and investors after hundreds of jobs were lost with the sale of the brewer and pub chain.
- 'I fiddled the meter for a mate and the shop burnt down'
A BBC investigation speaks to electricians and families setting up illegal meter bypasses to steal power.
- Use our tax calculator to see how Spring Statement forecasts may affect you
Wages are forecast to go up over the next five years but you could pay more tax because of frozen thresholds.