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ALEX BRUMMER: Britain's copyright betrayal by Labour

Today

Keir Starmer and his Technology Secretary Peter Kyle seem determined to override that heritage.

Fresh sell-off on trade fears: Trump's 50% EU tariff threat rattles markets

Today

The FTSE 100 immediately fell by more than 100 points before closing down 0.2 per cent, or 21.29 points, to 8,717.97.

Labour urged to stop bullying over pensions

Today

Summersgill said that Chancellor Rachel Reeves could instruct pension providers to back unlisted UK equities.

Barbecue boost for retailers lifts sales as weather turns warmer

Today

The month-on-month increase in the volume of retail sales was the fourth in a row. And the 1.2 per cent growth was stronger than the 0.2 per cent predicted by economists.

RAY MASSEY: Take your seat in the Hyundai Inster

Today

The Korean car is an affordable and roomy rival to Renault's R5 hatchback, with a higher roof and more headroom.

My wife insists on showing potential buyers around our house - should we just let the estate agent do it?

Today

We've lived in our house for decades but now need to downsize. My wife likes to show buyers around the house, but we've had zero offers.

Fiat Panda 4x4 is back: Could it be another Italian legend?

Today

Fiat has revealed a new, modern Panda 4x4 that is inspired by the 80s Italian classic SUV. Will the Grande Panda be as successful? Will it even be made? Here's what we know...

Land Registry delays hamper house moves as some homeowners wait FIVE YEARS

Today

Delays, in some cases, are now long enough to impact the first remortgage after a house purchase.

The 'Tesla-killer' that's now outselling the US giant's EVs in Europe

Today

Chinese car maker BYD (Build Your Dreams) has sold more EVs in Europe than Tesla for the first time, as Chinese car makers continue to dominate and Tesla's sales slump.

The best buy-to-let mortgages for landlords: Should they fix or risk a tracker?

Yesterday

We share the best buy-to-let mortgage rates for both personal name and limited company mortgages. These rates were the best deals sourced as of 23 May 2025

AJ Bell's assets under administration surpass £90bn amid surge in new customers

Yesterday

AJ Bell said the surge in assets was primarily driven by net inflows increasing by £3.3billion and 'favourable market movements' of £0.6million.

Consumer confidence improves on tariff rollback and interest rate cut

Yesterday

Closely-watched GfK survey shows that people are taking a brighter view on their personal finances

Experts reveal how you can protect your money from inflation after 'Awful April'

Yesterday

Inflation is back on the rise, with a shock jump arriving today. Financial experts gave us their top tips on what you can do to protect your wealth and income.

NatWest shares soared 62% in a year - and a key moment looms: ANNE ASHWORTH asks it time to invest?

Yesterday

Drama of every kind has featured at NatWest bank since its beginnings in 1727 - and now another plot twist looms.

Best fibre broadband deals May 2025: compare our top picks

Yesterday

Fibre broadband doesn't have to be expensive. If you're not getting a good deal from your provider, compare offers to see whether you can switch and save money.

How to tariff-proof your investments: These six UK stocks could be a safe haven

Yesterday

Pivoting away from US exposure could help investors to hedge against the possible negative effects of Trump's tariffs.

Two mortgage lenders increase prices as Barclays makes gloomy interest rate forecast

Yesterday

The bank says it no longer expects the Bank of England to cut rates in June and now sees the base rate reaching 3.5% in February 2026.

Think tank calls for redesign of fraud policing amid 'stark lack of resources' to tackle scammers

Yesterday

Some 43 per cent of crime committed is fraud, costing England and Wales £6.8billion per year, with one in ten adults being a victim of fraud last year.

Warhammer maker Games Workshop to reward staff with £20MILLION payout

Yesterday

The Warhammer creator, which recently joined the FTSE 100 Index for the first time, said the cash payments would be given on 'an equal basis' to every staff member.

Energy price cap will fall £129 in July, says Ofgem - is it still worth fixing your bills?

Yesterday

Households will pay over a £100 less for the energy this summer, the energy regulator confirmed today. The July price cap is set at £1,720.

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