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Unions threaten to cripple whole of UK with bin strikes as Labour told 'get a grip!'

Radical unions could cripple the whole of the country with the same terrible bin strike fate inflicted on Birmingham, sources have warned. In a move that could sweep cat-sized rats into streets up...

Tenerife chaos as hotel workers set to cause disruption over Easter Holiday

Brits headed for the Canary Islands for the Easter weekend have been warned of potential carnage on the island of Tenerife as a significant strike is set to occur. Hotel workers on the island are set...

Donald Trump's tantrums are frightening but provide huge opportunities for the UK

It was a rollercoaster week. First, Universal Studios dropped new plans to bring its first thrill-packed ride-fest to Bedford. Then President Trump sent global markets into a vertical drop with a...

Clintons to close shops as it struggles to cope with Rachel Reeves pay hike

Clintons is to close shops as it struggles to cope with Rachel Reeves’ tax and minimum wage hikes. The card retailer returned to profit earlier this week, but has confirmed that increased costs...

Humiliation for Rachel Reeves as Labour's own business tsar admits 'it's tough right now'

The UK's most dyanmic and innovative small businesses face a trio of doom, with rising wages, rising National Insurance bills and the fear of Trump's tariffs, admits Liz Barclay, the government's...

Cafe in affluent UK neighbourhood fears closure after 100 Magnum ice creams stolen

A cafe owner in Dulwich, south London, says she is at risk of having to close her doors after a series of break-ins, which have resulted in the loss of thousands of pounds. Stephanie Morgan, who...

Trump tariffs spark US government debt sell-off

Trump tariffs spark US government debt sell-offJust nowMichael RaceBusiness reporter, BBC NewsGetty ImagesConfidence in the US economy is plummeting as investors dumped government debt amid growing...

Easter holiday travel chaos looms as Gatwick Airport workers plan five-day strike

More than 100 staff at one of the UK's biggest airports are gearing up to strike this Easter weekend, which could lead to travel chaos for those heading off on holiday. The industrial action has been...

Majorca clubs and bars left 'praying' as crisis hits holiday island

Bosses say they will operate with "minimum" staff due to the housing crisis across the Balearic Islands and "don't know what will happen" if there is a sickness episode and no replacements are...

Bake Off winner blasts 'brutal' Rachel Reeves 'kicking Britons when they're down'

Candice Brown blasted Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves despite the politician's claims she is backing UK businesses. The Great British Bake Off star, who won the Channel 4 show in 2016, now runs a...

Brits in Greece face chaos as workers to take part in 24-hour strike

Greece is expected to face widespread disruptions on Wednesday, April 9, as the country's two largest labour unions — the General Confederation of Greek Workers (GSEE), which represents private...

Musk labels Trump trade adviser 'moron' over Tesla comments

Musk labels Trump trade adviser 'moron' over Tesla comments4 hours agoLiv McMahonTechnology reporterReutersElon Musk has called President Donald Trump's trade adviser, Peter Navarro, a "moron" over...

What would a US-China trade war do to the world economy?

What would a US-China trade war do to the world economy?45 minutes agoBen ChuBBC VerifyGetty ImagesA full-scale trade war with China and the US is in prospect after President Donald Trump threatened...

The UK’s most affordable city in 2025 revealed - full list of top 10 cities

As Brits battle against soaring house prices, increasing food costs and higher energy bills, many may look to relocate to a budget-friendly location. For those considering a change, Middlesbrough has...

Boost for carers and pensioners as new tax year starts

Boost for carers and pensioners as new tax year starts39 minutes agoKevin PeacheyCost of living correspondentBBCCarers can now work for longer without losing a key payment - as the state pension and...

Trump has turned his back on the foundation of US economic might - the fallout will be messy

Trump has turned his back on the foundation of US economic might - the fallout will be messy14 hours agoFaisal IslamEconomics editor•@faisalislamPool/BBCPresident Donald Trump has built another...

British carmakers facing 'devastating' £2.1billion 'one-two punch'

Britain's car industry will suffer a “devastating double blow” this week with manufacturers hit by President Trump’s 25% tariffs and Rachel Reeves’s “jobs tax”. The “one-two punch”...

Trump has turned his back on the foundation of US economic might - the fallout will be messy

Trump has turned his back on the foundation of US economic might - the fallout will be messy36 minutes agoFaisal IslamEconomics editor•@faisalislamPool/BBCPresident Donald Trump has built another...

Brits face travel chaos as popular European country set for airport strikes

British tourists could face travel disruptions in Greece next week during a day-long airport strike. Greek air traffic controllers will stage a 24-hour walkout on Wednesday during the Easter holudays...

Britain's pubs hit with £4,000 tax bomb threatening thousands of jobs

A tax bomb hitting employers this coming week will cost Britain’s struggling pubs nearly £180million and make it harder to get a job behind a bar, Shadow Chancellor Mel Stride has warned. He...