Minimum wage rise 'a massive blow' says farmer

BBC - Oct 29, 2026

Tristan Bennett voices his disappointment in the Budget, describing it as "a lot of tinkering".

Read full article

MORE NEWS

Oct 29, 2026

DoorDash to Buy Instacart for $17 Billion, Uniting 2 Delivery Giants

The deal combines the country’s largest restaurant delivery service with its biggest online grocery platform.

Oct 29, 2026

Christine Lagarde to Step Down as President of European Central Bank

Her plan to depart in February, months before the end of an eight-year term, sets in motion a selection process among European leaders for a new central bank president.

Oct 29, 2026

'I live with a ghost' - inside the haunted homes attracting bargain hunters

Properties where someone has died in tragic circumstances can have big reductions in price.

Oct 29, 2026

In Moving Gradually, Fed Risks Having to Play Catch-Up to Quell Inflation

Federal Reserve officials are expected to restart rate increases in December, but the cadence of additional moves will depend on the data.

Oct 29, 2026

Hit the Road This Season With These Useful New Map Features

The recent updates to Google Maps and Apple’s Maps use artificial (and human) intelligence for better navigation, planning and travel guides.

Oct 29, 2026

An ‘Endless’ Cruise Around the World Is Suspended, Leaving Passengers Stranded

The cruise promised a lifetime of sailing, for less than what it cost to live on land. But it was underfunded and couldn’t absorb the rising cost of fuel.

Oct 29, 2026

Hello Kitty maker cuts ties with Japanese spy drama after China backlash

Sanrio has apologised after its merchandise line with Japanese TV series Vivant drew criticism.

Oct 29, 2026

Chancellor says government has 'moral duty' to help young people out of work

Chancellor John Healey says any cuts to welfare will be done "in a Labour way".

Oct 29, 2026

'We need help for small businesses, not punishment'

People in Bilston react to the new Budget set out by Chancellor John Healey.

Oct 29, 2026

Fuel is now liquid gold, haulier says after theft

The fuel was stolen from two vehicles at the weekend, the director of M Pinches & Sons Ltd said.

Oct 29, 2026

U.S. Restricts Trade With Chinese Genomics Company

The move will block shipments from BGI, a major Chinese firm that U.S. officials allege is associated with forced labor and the abuse of minority groups.