Healey pledges new industrial age in Labour speech
Chancellor John Healey pledged a 'new age of industrialisation' in his Labour Conference speech in Liverpool, announcing a £100m apprenticeships fund and £300m Rolls-Royce investment.
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Liverpool faces hundreds of job losses due to 'atrocious' BT plan
BT Group's plan to close its Liverpool city centre operations could cost hundreds of jobs, with MPs and unions calling the move 'atrocious' and warning of a huge impact on the region.
Healey unveils £100m apprenticeship fund in industrialisation push
Chancellor John Healey announced a £100m fund for local mayors to boost apprenticeships and confirmed £300m Rolls-Royce investment, seeking to reassure markets with fiscal discipline.
UK diesel record: van owners face £1,965 yearly fuel bills
UK diesel prices have hit a record high of 199.18p per litre, with van owners potentially facing £1,965 annual fuel bills, according to MoneySuperMarket analysis.
Trump claims 'best poverty numbers in history'
Donald Trump told reporters the US has the 'best poverty numbers in history', despite Census data showing the 2025 rate held at 13.1%, above the 2019 record low of 10.5%.
Thames Wharf raves still lack planning permission
Five daytime raves planned at Thames Wharf in Newham from October 3 still lack planning permission, with organisers having applied only two weeks ago.
B&M £60 'silent' heater 'fast and efficient' for bedrooms
B&M sells the Blaupunkt 9 Fin Turbo Oil Filled Radiator 2000W for £59. It offers three heat settings, silent operation, and 360° wheels, ideal for rooms up to 20 square metres.
Argos cuts Nintendo Switch 2 to lowest ever price of £354.99
Argos is selling the Nintendo Switch 2 for £354.99, its lowest ever price, undercutting Nintendo's own store, Currys and John Lewis. The deal is currently the retailer's number 1 best seller.
Screwfix £27.99 Heater Warms Rooms for Under 60p an Hour
The Blyss 2200W convector heater at Screwfix costs £27.99 and runs for less than 60p an hour, offering a stylish way to warm rooms without central heating.
Canadian defence firm creating 250 jobs in Merthyr research alliance
Marshall Land Systems, relocating UK production to Merthyr, has forged a research alliance with Cardiff, South Wales and New Brunswick universities, aiming to grow its Welsh workforce to 250.
Housebuilder shares jump after Your First Home scheme unveiled
Housebuilder shares surged after the Government announced Your First Home, a scheme letting first-time buyers purchase new-builds with a 2.5% deposit and a 20% government equity loan.
Golden Wonder unveils festive trio for Christmas 2026
Golden Wonder launches Turkey & Stuffing and Pigs in Blankets Baubles plus Turkey & Stuffing Crisps for Christmas 2026, aiming to help retailers capitalise on festive snacking occasions.
HMRC warns of second tax bills for 2025/26 savings interest
HMRC is issuing second Simple Assessment notices for 2025/26 to taxpayers whose savings interest was not included in their first bill, covering tax owed on bank and building society interest.
Dusk TV unit slashed by £125 in marble effect bargain
Dusk's marble-effect TV unit, originally £209, is now £84, saving shoppers £125. It holds TVs up to 65 inches and has five-star reviews.
Rome woman pours water on drunk tourists in Trastevere
A 74-year-old Rome resident says tourism has 'gotten much worse' and she now pours water on drunk revellers in Trastevere to cope with late-night noise.
HMRC October 5 deadline warning for new Self Assessment taxpayers
New Self Assessment taxpayers must register with HMRC by October 5 or risk a penalty. The tax return deadline remains January 31, 2027.
Pembrokeshire parking season tickets to rise to £75 in 2027
Pembrokeshire Coast National Park single-site parking season tickets will rise from £50 to £75 in 2027, after members voted eight to four against a proposed £100 increase.
Freebies and Pensioner Perks You Can Claim If You Are Over 60
Check what free help you could claim if you're over 60, including free NHS prescriptions, eye tests, dental check-ups, bus passes, and council tax discounts.
MP warns high streets could become 'ruins for archaeologists'
Labour MP Sam Rushworth warns Britain's dying high streets could become ruins for archaeologists unless public money is invested, citing boarded-up shops and a £12m renovation gap in his constituency.
Metro suspended in Sunderland and North Tyneside due to issues
Metro services are suspended on Monday in Sunderland and North Tyneside due to a signalling issue and an overhead line fault, causing major delays for commuters.
Mayor urges £2 bus fare for Parliament's lifetime
North East Mayor Kim McGuinness calls on Government to make the £2 bus fare a long-term policy, saying temporary caps prevent mayors from maximising the impact of fare changes.
Empty property next door would put 44% off buying a home
44% of people would not buy a home next to an empty property, a Purplebricks survey found. Government plans aim to cut the empty-home takeover period from two years to six months.
BHF closes 150 shops including three in Merseyside
British Heart Foundation will close around 150 high street stores, including branches in Formby, Huyton and Ormskirk, after a £3.3m loss in its retail operation.
Barclays hikes mortgage rates, pressuring rivals
Barclays is withdrawing its 4.75% two-year and 4.93% five-year fixed mortgages from Tuesday, raising rates to 5.05% and 5.03%, with experts warning other lenders may follow and sub-5% deals could disappear.
Cheapest fuel in Greater Manchester as diesel hits record high
The cheapest petrol in Greater Manchester today is at Costco in Oldham at 163.9p, while diesel is cheapest at Asda in Leigh, as UK diesel prices hit a record 199.18p.
Dunelm's Scandi-style accent chair slashed to half price
Dunelm has halved the price of its Astrid Tonal Boucle Bentwood Accent Chair to £124.50, offering shoppers a Scandi-style seating option for the living room, hallway, or guest room.
Free bus pass rule handed to 14million UK families under Andy Burnham
More than 14.5 million children used the bus for free this summer under the Great British Summer Savings Scheme, the government has confirmed.
Lidl's New £79.99 Air Fryer Rivals Ninja's £200 Model
Lidl launches Silvercrest Double Stack Air Fryer for £79.99 on Sunday, October 4, offering 9.5L capacity with vertical design similar to Ninja's £199.99 model.
Healey vows not to write off a million young people
Chancellor John Healey pledged not to write off a million young people out of work, unveiling £100m to tackle the Neets crisis.
Chancellor unveils multi-billion-pound plan to get Britain building
Chancellor John Healey promises a 'new age of industrialisation' and a £100m apprenticeship fund, but warns the days of 1990s-style spending are over.
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