Pret A Manger has raised prices by an average of 57% on popular drinks since 2019, while Greggs remains the cheapest high street coffee option with just a 7% increase.
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Rural councils compelled to approve more wind and solar farms under new planning rules
UK councils face new obligations to approve wind and solar projects under Angela Rayner’s planning shake-up, with legal appeals likely if proposals are blocked.
Taylor Swift ticket prices plummet by 90% in last-minute resale market, patience proves key
Taylor Swift’s Wembley concert tickets drop by up to 90% in the last-minute resale market. Fans holding their nerve secure better deals, avoiding sky-high prices. Learn how to avoid ticket scams.
Directors increasingly involved in operations as trust in executive teams wanes
A new report reveals a growing lack of trust between non-executive directors and executive teams, leading to greater board involvement in day-to-day operations. Over 20% of business leaders express concerns about executive competence.
Working parents face additional £1,683 monthly childcare costs during summer holidays
New research has revealed the significant financial burden faced by UK working parents during the summer holidays, with childcare costs soaring by an average of £1,683 per month.
UK Government injects £800M to enhance broadband for 300,000 rural homes
The UK Government commits £800M to upgrade broadband for 312,000 rural homes across England, Scotland, and Wales, aiming to bridge the digital divide and boost local economies.
Sir Charles Dunstone injects £65m to save TalkTalk from collapse
Sir Charles Dunstone and fellow shareholders provide a £65m lifeline to prevent TalkTalk’s collapse, as the broadband provider faces mounting debt and fierce market competition.
UK office property sales facing largest discounts since financial crisis
UK office buildings are selling at nearly 20% below asking prices, the steepest discounts since 2009, as buyers favour modern, eco-friendly properties over older buildings.
Rachel Reeves: Regulators must prioritise UK economic growth
Chancellor Rachel Reeves urges UK financial regulators to focus on boosting the City of London’s competitiveness and economic growth, emphasising the need to uphold their secondary objective.
HS2 hit with final £6.2 million IR35 bill as IR35 reforms continue to draw criticism
HS2’s latest accounts disclose a £6.2 million IR35 bill, sparking criticism over the effectiveness and financial impact of Off-Payroll reforms in the public sector.
From Burnout to Balance: A Lawyer’s Journey of Recovery and Resilience
In the fast-paced world of business, the pressure to perform and deliver can often lead to the brink of exhaustion, with far-reaching consequences.
Sainsbury’s boss and retail union warn 17,000 shops face closure without business rates reform
The CEO of Sainsbury’s and Usdaw’s general secretary warn that without reforming business rates, 17,000 shops and 42,000 jobs could be lost in the next decade.
Investment app Gather collapses after failing to repay government loan
Gather, an investment app backed by Arsenal footballer Jorginho, enters administration after failing to repay a £3.2 million loan from the government’s Future Fund, leaving taxpayers facing significant losses.
UK Government cancels £1.3 billion AI and tech funding amid economic tightening
The UK government has scrapped £1.3 billion in AI and technology funding, including projects for an exascale supercomputer and AI research, sparking concerns over the country’s tech ambitions.
Nearly half of UK small businesses unaware of new simpler recycling reforms, survey reveals
A recent survey shows 42% of UK SMEs are unaware of Defra’s new Simpler Recycling reforms, set to be implemented by March 2026, highlighting the need for greater awareness and support.
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