EU nation planning ‘fuel tourism’ crackdown
Slovakia could hike diesel prices for foreign drivers amid a global oil market squeeze, Prime Minister Robert Fico has said Read Full Article at RT.com
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MPs warn Treasury reforms risk undermining Financial Ombudsman independence
MPs warn Treasury plans to reform the Financial Ombudsman Service could threaten its independence, raising concerns over government-appointed leadership and regulatory changes. Read more: MPs warn Treasury reforms risk undermining…
Trustpilot profits soar as AI-driven traffic fuels sharp share price rally
Trustpilot reports £14m profit as AI-driven traffic boosts growth, with shares jumping 28% amid strong revenue and upgraded forecasts. Read more: Trustpilot profits soar as AI-driven traffic fuels sharp share…
Canadian billionaire Stephen Smith takes 27% stake in economist group
Canadian billionaire Stephen Smith has acquired a 26.9% stake in The Economist Group from Lynn Forester de Rothschild, marking a major ownership shift. Read more: Canadian billionaire Stephen Smith takes…
Close Brothers to cut 600 jobs as motor finance scandal pressures finances
Close Brothers will cut 600 jobs as it battles investor concerns over the motor finance scandal, with compensation costs potentially exceeding £1bn. Read more: Close Brothers to cut 600 jobs…
Small business commissioner appoints new advisory board members amid push on late payments
The Small Business Commissioner has appointed Abigail Whittaker and Ryan Shorthouse to its advisory board as it prepares for new powers to tackle late payments. Read more: Small business commissioner…
Tribunal ruling could cut public EV charging VAT to 5%, raising prospect of cheaper charging
A tribunal ruling could see public EV charging VAT reduced to 5%, potentially lowering costs for drivers and aligning rates with home charging. Read more: Tribunal ruling could cut public…
Bentley to cut 275 jobs as profits slump amid global headwinds
Bentley will cut 275 jobs as profits fall 42% to £187m, with the luxury carmaker citing weak demand, China slowdown and rising costs. Read more: Bentley to cut 275 jobs…
EU will ‘inevitably beg for more Russian gas’ – Putin envoy
EU gas prices will grow by 100% more than previously projected, meaning the bloc will “inevitably beg” for Russian gas, Kirill Dmitriev says Read Full Article at RT.com
Individual insolvencies surge 18% as experts warn households are at ‘breaking point’
UK individual insolvencies have surged 18% year-on-year, with experts warning households are at breaking point as high interest rates, inflation and debt pressures intensify. Read more: Individual insolvencies surge 18%…