The Welsh Government sold its early stake in life sciences firm Verona Pharma for a modest profit, missing out on a potential £2bn windfall when Merck bought the company for $10bn. A story of patient capital lost.
Capital Radio's Bruno Mars 'Winning Weekend' competition runs 17-18 January 2026. Listeners can win tickets to his Wembley Stadium show. Full terms and entry details inside.
Coca-Cola halts the sale of Costa Coffee after private equity bids, including from Asda's owner, fell below its £2bn target. Explore the strategic shift and the chain's challenges.
London broadband provider G Network enters administration with £300m debt. 25,000 homes at risk as FitzWalter Capital takes control. Services continue as administrators seek a buyer.
Hobbycraft reports strong Christmas trading with a 6.3% revenue rise, boosted by the 'Tom Daley effect' and a surge in crochet and knitting. Discover the key trends driving growth.
Six key DWP benefits will not increase in April 2026, despite a 3.8% rise for inflation-linked payments. Discover the full list and what it means for households.
A mid-year Capital Gains Tax rate change for 2024/25 means UK taxpayers must manually calculate liabilities. Experts warn of errors and potential HMRC disputes. Check your return now.
Liverpool's iconic Littlewoods building could finally become a film studio with a 'cocktail of funding', including council borrowing. Read the latest on this landmark regeneration scheme.
Rising star Audrey Hobert is the first monthly Capital Buzz Artist, gaining radio play, interviews, and UK-wide billboards. Discover her journey from songwriter to solo sensation.
Fylde Council launches a free 12-month ShopSafe radio trial in St Annes, linking businesses with police to tackle crime. Discover how this partnership aims to create a safer town centre.
HMRC's self-assessment tax calculator uses outdated data, failing to reflect recent Capital Gains Tax hikes. Experts warn this could lead to incorrect filings and penalties. Discover how to protect yourself.
Phoenix FM unveils its packed 2026 schedule with author Dan Pierce, music interviews, and expanded DAB radio coverage reaching London. Tune in for local conversation.
A mid-year HMRC change to Capital Gains Tax rates means millions filing self-assessment risk underpayment. Experts warn over 12 million must submit returns by 31 January.
Modella Capital begins insolvency proceedings for Claire's and The Original Factory Shop, putting 2,550 jobs on the line. Read the full story on the retail crisis.
High street chains Claire's and The Original Factory Shop have collapsed into administration, putting approximately 2,500 UK jobs in jeopardy. Read the full story on the latest retail casualties.
UK crypto investors face new rules as HMRC will receive automated data from exchanges from 2026 to tackle unpaid Capital Gains Tax. Learn how to comply.
Liverpool's £70m plan to transform the iconic Littlewoods building into a TV and film studio complex will be presented to ministers in February. Council leader reveals strong government interest.
HMRC clarifies tax rules for UK households selling unwanted Christmas presents online. Learn the £6,000 threshold and when you must declare income to avoid penalties.
Nationwide Building Society announces a £25 million investment to back the Invest in Women Taskforce, aiming to fuel economic growth and create a fairer financial system for female founders.
BBC Radio 2 DJ Zoe Ball opens up on her podcast about the intimate and unusual things she finds 'sexy' about her new live-in partner, whom she calls 'The Lodger'.
Queen Camilla speaks for the first time about a sexual assault she faced as a teenager on a train to Paddington, revealing how she fought back. Her powerful story emerged during a BBC Radio 4 discussion on domestic abuse.
The Welsh Government is contributing £22m to upgrade Cardiff Central station, a non-devolved asset, to unlock £117.8m in UK funding. The project aims to handle 20 million passengers by 2035.
HMRC clarifies strict tax rules for online sellers. Find out why losses on personal belongings cannot reduce your income tax bill and what the actual Capital Gains Tax rules are.
Regeneration boss Tim Heatley outlines a £860M, 2,500-home vision for suburban living in Greater Manchester's overlooked towns, citing strong demand and affordable rents.
OVO Energy faces doubts over its future, planning 200 job cuts after failing to meet Ofgem's capital rules. Learn what this means for 4 million UK customers.
Business owners are urged to start preparing now for a sale to beat a Capital Gains Tax increase in April 2026. Delays could cost tens of thousands. Expert advice inside.
Liberty Bar and Restaurant Group, which runs TGI Fridays in the UK, has filed a notice to appoint administrators just days before Christmas. The move marks the second such filing in two weeks.
I'm A Celebrity: Unpacked presenter Kemi Rodgers is engaged to boyfriend Thomas Hannett after a romantic proposal during their Australian adventure. Get all the details.
Strictly Come Dancing 2025 finalist George Clarke announces his BBC Radio 1 debut on Christmas Day, following the dance contest finale. Catch him from 3pm.
Reform Studio on Newcastle's Quayside is the first business backed by the new £35m North East Elevate Fund. The wellness centre will offer reformer pilates, yoga, and sound healing, creating jobs and boosting the local economy.