Co-op cuts prices on 1,000 products after Budget
Co-op is investing £1bn in the UK economy, cutting prices on 1,000 items and supporting British farmers. The move responds to the cost-of-living crisis and new business rates.
Co-op is investing £1bn in the UK economy, cutting prices on 1,000 items and supporting British farmers. The move responds to the cost-of-living crisis and new business rates.
North West business leaders give mixed reactions to Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Budget, with many warning of a lack of growth strategy and concerns over regional investment. Read the full analysis.
Liverpool Chamber of Commerce members express relief at 'no surprises' Budget but call for a clearer government vision for long-term economic growth. Read the full analysis.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils major tax rises on property, pensions and EVs in her Autumn Budget 2025, while scrapping the two-child benefit cap. Full analysis of the economic impact.
RedCat Hospitality sells 21 pubs to Admiral Taverns, marking a strategic refocus on its managed pubs and rooms division just a year after being saved from collapse. Discover the details of the deal.
Tesco, Sainsbury's, Aldi and Lidl face millions in new business rates after Treasury reversal. Find out how this will impact shoppers.
Co-op unveils 11 new stores this week from Scotland to Bristol as part of a £200m investment. Full list of locations and calls for business rates reform revealed.
Publicans across the South West warn of a 'critical tipping point' for pubs, urging government action on business rates and taxes in the Autumn Budget to prevent widespread closures.
Food prices at nine major UK supermarkets could increase further due to potential tax hikes in the Autumn Budget. Learn how this affects your weekly shop.
Nando's reports £38.2m profit after years of losses but cautions Rachel Reeves' tax increases will challenge future performance. Read the full analysis.
Alliance Manchester Business School celebrates its 60th anniversary by launching a book calling for business schools to tackle society's biggest challenges, from climate change to inequality.
HMRC announces new advisory fuel rates for petrol, diesel and electric company cars effective December 1. Find out how the changes affect business travel reimbursements.
HMRC faces calls to reform advisory fuel rates for petrol, diesel, and electric vehicles as businesses struggle with complex reimbursement systems. Discover the upcoming changes.
NatWest, Santander, Halifax and Lloyds customers urged to switch savings for 'real returns'. Discover the top-paying accounts beating inflation.
Hull & East Yorkshire Business Awards celebrated 25 years with multiple winners including Peter Brown's Lifetime Achievement honour. Discover the region's business champions.
JD Wetherspoon unveils its festive menu for 2025, featuring new dishes and meal deals. Discover what's new and which two popular items won't be returning this Christmas season.
The popular Middletons Steakhouse & Grill chain has been rescued from administration, securing the future of its seven UK restaurants and preserving jobs for staff.
Middletons Steakhouse & Grill rescued from administration by its shareholders, safeguarding all 159 jobs across its seven restaurants in England. Read the full story.
Discover how the Google Pixel 9a on Vodafone Business delivers premium performance at an affordable price for UK small businesses and sole traders. Find your perfect work phone today.
The legendary Snobs nightclub owners are transforming the former Players Bar site into a multi-million pound Irish bar, set to open in early 2026. Discover the exciting plans for Birmingham's nightlife.
Barclays announces significant mortgage rate cuts, with Skipton and Leeds also reducing prices. Experts suggest a lender price war is brewing ahead of the Budget. Act now to secure a deal.
Stonegate Group, owner of Slug & Lettuce, explores a potential £1bn sale of 1,000 pubs to tackle its £3bn debt. Discover the impact on Birmingham venues.
Discover how the Google Pixel 10 Pro, paired with Vodafone Business plans, uses smart AI and reliable 5G to boost productivity and security for UK professionals.
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Cross-party group of 27 MPs urges Chancellor to cut VAT and reform business rates for pubs, hotels, and restaurants ahead of Autumn Budget to boost growth.
The Co-op announces a £200m investment to open or refurbish 50 stores across the UK, while urging the government to deliver promised business rates reform in the autumn Budget.
Money expert Martin Lewis reveals how UK households can secure savings rates up to 4.5% following Bank of England's decision to maintain interest rates at 4%.
Wine and Spirit Trade Association calls on Chancellor Rachel Reeves to freeze alcohol duty as 4.5% hike could add £1 to bottle prices, fuelling inflation and hurting hospitality.
Business confidence in Yorkshire and Humber reaches eight-month high as new orders increase for first time since March, NatWest survey reveals. Discover the regional economic outlook.
The 1920s Dogpool Hotel in Stirchley reopens as Empress African Restaurant on November 22, bringing modern Nigerian cuisine and culture to Birmingham.