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Labour ditches day-one protection from unfair dismissal in U-turn (Fri, 28 Nov 2025 07:09:28 GMT)
The right will now be introduced after six months, in a breach of Labour's election manifesto.

Households face 'dismal' rise in spending power, says IFS (Thu, 27 Nov 2025 16:35:50 GMT)
Average disposable income is set to grow by "only" 0.5% annually over the next five years, the think tank says.

How will the changes to workers' rights affect you? (Thu, 27 Nov 2025 18:14:53 GMT)
A major shake-up of workers' rights is on its way, but what impact will it have?

Three arrests after BBC investigation into criminal network on High Street (Thu, 27 Nov 2025 18:00:10 GMT)
Two Iranian men and a British man are held after raids in Birmingham and the West Midlands.

Buy loo roll and keep the receipt - how to shop smart on Black Friday (Fri, 28 Nov 2025 00:04:59 GMT)
Discounts often aren't the cheapest prices, but here's how to make sure you're getting a good deal.

Will boats be a breakthrough for 3D printing tech? (Fri, 28 Nov 2025 00:10:39 GMT)
Dutch firms are betting that hulls made with 3D printing machines will mean cheaper boats.

UK tourists included in Louvre 45% ticket price hike (Fri, 28 Nov 2025 08:59:32 GMT)
The price increase is expected to raise millions to fund the museum's renovation plans.

Simon Jack: Businesses left asking - what happened to growth? (Thu, 27 Nov 2025 15:27:37 GMT)
Significant pro-business measures were thin on the ground in this year's Budget.

Banking giant to build major new tower at Canary Wharf (Thu, 27 Nov 2025 15:49:28 GMT)
One of the world's largest banking firms announces plans to build a new HQ "bigger than the Shard".

Nine ways the Budget could affect you if you're under 25 (Thu, 27 Nov 2025 12:10:34 GMT)
The chancellor's Budget contained a slew of measures which will impact young people specifically.

Who are the winners and losers from Rachel Reeves's Budget? (Thu, 27 Nov 2025 18:23:07 GMT)
BBC Verify has examined what we know about how the Budget is likely to financially affect different groups.

Isas, cars and pensions: How the Budget affects you (Wed, 26 Nov 2025 13:57:21 GMT)
The Budget delivered by Chancellor Rachel Reeves will affect you and your finances. Here's how.

Faisal Islam: The real reason Reeves is making you pay more tax (Wed, 26 Nov 2025 18:42:24 GMT)
This is about buying breathing space, politically and economically. The two factors are now inseparable.

OBR calls in cyber expert over botched release of Budget analysis (Thu, 27 Nov 2025 13:19:51 GMT)
Rachel Reeves's statement was thrown into chaos after journalists were able to access the document early.

'I earn £20,000 and live with my son. The Budget means we will pay more tax' (Thu, 27 Nov 2025 11:38:39 GMT)
BBC News hears from people with a range of incomes about what they think of the Budget.

No changes to Scottish income tax plan, Robison says (Thu, 27 Nov 2025 12:53:34 GMT)
The finance secretary says rates will not rise and no new bands will be introduced in January's Budget.

Classic Morris van to get 21st Century all-electric makeover (Thu, 27 Nov 2025 13:09:22 GMT)
An all-electric version of the classic van, a familiar sight in the 1950s, is to go into production.

Asahi says 1.5 million customers' data potentially leaked in cyber-attack (Thu, 27 Nov 2025 03:41:46 GMT)
The ransomware attack in September crippled Asahi's Japan operations and caused a drinks shortage.

How the chancellor just took a chunk out of your future pay (Wed, 26 Nov 2025 17:21:13 GMT)
The point at which you start to pay tax, and the point where you tip into paying a higher rate of tax have been frozen for three more years.

Budget 2025: Key points at a glance (Wed, 26 Nov 2025 19:35:05 GMT)
Changes to tax, pensions and welfare - here’s what you need to know from Rachel Reevesher second Budget.

Salary sacrifice tax break cut on workplace pensions (Wed, 26 Nov 2025 18:46:21 GMT)
Some pension savers face a hit to the amount of money they can put into their pension without paying national insurance.

Electric vehicle owners to face pay-per-mile tax (Wed, 26 Nov 2025 18:10:54 GMT)
Drivers of electric cars will pay a road charge of 3p per mile, while plug-in hybrid drivers will pay 1.5p per mile from April 2028.

UK growth forecasts lowered from next year (Wed, 26 Nov 2025 17:07:16 GMT)
Downgrades to productivity means the economy is set to grow at an annual rate of 1.5% on average over the next five years.

Properties worth more than £2m in England face mansion tax (Thu, 27 Nov 2025 09:54:06 GMT)
The surcharge begins at £2,500, rising to £7,500 for properties valued at more than £5m.

Asahi says 1.5 million customers' data potentially leaked in cyber-attack (Thu, 27 Nov 2025 03:41:46 GMT)
The ransomware attack in September crippled Asahi's Japan operations and caused a drinks shortage.

Warner settles lawsuit with AI music firm and launches joint venture (Wed, 26 Nov 2025 07:21:31 GMT)
The label is going into business with tech start-up Suno after settling a lawsuit against the company.

Over 21s to get £12.71 an hour in minimum wage rise (Tue, 25 Nov 2025 18:54:42 GMT)
The move has been welcomed, but some experts say it will not cover the current cost of living.

Fracking has transformed an Argentine town but what about the nation? (Thu, 27 Nov 2025 00:02:47 GMT)
Argentina hopes that an oil and gas boom can benefit the whole country.

The entrepreneur connecting tourists to African hospitality (Tue, 25 Nov 2025 00:02:30 GMT)
TripZapp founder Rory Okoli wants to make it simple for tourists to book and pay for African travel.

Machu Picchu hit by a row over tourist buses (Mon, 24 Nov 2025 00:06:53 GMT)
Protests have taken place over the coaches that take visitors up to the world heritage site in Peru.

BBC Entertainment & Arts News

25 Oscar-tipped films, and how to watch them (Fri, 28 Nov 2025 00:54:41 GMT)
Hamnet, Avatar and Marty Supreme will face one battle after another as the awards race heats up.

Sally Rooney books may be withdrawn from UK sale over Palestine Action ban, court told (Thu, 27 Nov 2025 17:47:00 GMT)
Rooney has said she intended to use royalties from her work "to go on supporting Palestine Action."

We met on TV's Blind Date - we're still married after 34 years (Fri, 28 Nov 2025 00:58:27 GMT)
Sue and Alex Tatham became the first couple who met on Blind Date to get married. They reflect on a life together 40 years after the show first broadcast.

Stranger Things return gives some critics chills and thrills, but leaves others lukewarm (Thu, 27 Nov 2025 12:02:37 GMT)
Many critics give the return of the show glowing reviews - although others say it's past its prime.

First images teased for new series of BBC drama Industry (Thu, 27 Nov 2025 18:00:04 GMT)
Game of Thrones' Kit Harington and Marisa Abela return for the fourth series of the show in January.

Celebrity Traitors star Ruth Codd recovering after second leg amputation (Thu, 27 Nov 2025 10:53:42 GMT)
The actress is staying with family after an operation removed her leg below the knee, she said on TikTok.

Biffy Clyro 'angry' as visa error delays US tour (Thu, 27 Nov 2025 10:01:33 GMT)
The band say "some genius" filled in the wrong dates on their visa form, making the tour impossible.

Scottish fashion designer Pam Hogg dies (Wed, 26 Nov 2025 17:19:42 GMT)
She was known for eccentric and outlandish designs, worn by stars like Lady Gaga and Kylie Minogue.

Spacey set to face civil sex assault claims in court in 2026 (Wed, 26 Nov 2025 17:46:21 GMT)
Three men have sued the Oscar-winning actor, alleging that he assaulted them between 2000 and 2013.

Now not the time to replace BBC chair, says committee head (Wed, 26 Nov 2025 18:08:32 GMT)
Dame Caroline Dinenage says she advises against any further large-scale changes at the top of the BBC.

Peter Kay to donate tour profits to 12 charities (Wed, 26 Nov 2025 20:56:49 GMT)
Peter Kay tells The One Show he will donate the profits from his final shows to 12 cancer charities

MP angered over government approval of film studio (Thu, 27 Nov 2025 06:12:33 GMT)
Conservative Joy Morrissey says "this is not the end of the fight".

Rosalía inspiring the next generation in classical music (Wed, 26 Nov 2025 12:51:37 GMT)
The singer's latest, Lux, has got us talking about classical music. Its popularity might surprise you.

Robert Irwin wins Dancing with the Stars, a decade after sister's victory (Wed, 26 Nov 2025 06:02:00 GMT)
Son of the late conservationist Steve Irwin, Robert was a fan favourite this season.

Countdown champion who stabbed rival detained (Wed, 26 Nov 2025 13:28:07 GMT)
John Cowen stabbed a rival Countdown champion at a fans' convention in Blackpool.

First openly gay Miss England has 'achieved dream' (Wed, 26 Nov 2025 12:03:42 GMT)
Grace Richardson says she suffered bullying over her sexuality while at school in Leicestershire.

Stranger Things: All you need to know about season five (Wed, 26 Nov 2025 11:38:15 GMT)
The first four episodes of the new series are set to be released in the UK on Thursday.

Katie Razzall: BBC chairman survives MP questions - but crisis not over (Tue, 25 Nov 2025 04:07:14 GMT)
BBC chairman Samir Shah appears to strengthen his position during questioning by MPs, our media editor says.

Reggae legend Jimmy Cliff dies, aged 81 (Mon, 24 Nov 2025 13:04:31 GMT)
The musician was known for hits like You Can Get It If You Really Want and I Can See Clearly Now.

Five key moments after MPs question top BBC figures (Mon, 24 Nov 2025 21:23:19 GMT)
BBC chairman Samir Shah, alongside board members and former advisers, appears before MPs after the resignation of Tim Davie.

We met on TV's Blind Date - we're still married after 34 years (Fri, 28 Nov 2025 00:58:27 GMT)
Sue and Alex Tatham became the first couple who met on Blind Date to get married. They reflect on a life together 40 years after the show first broadcast.

Matthew Rhys 'steals' Netflix character from Anthony Hopkins (Thu, 27 Nov 2025 17:01:01 GMT)
The actor admits he "unashamedly" copied his fellow Welshman's portrayal of killer Hannibal Lecter.

Mouth painter's work printed on Christmas card (Thu, 27 Nov 2025 06:07:54 GMT)
Rob Trent learnt to paint using his mouth as a child, now his art has been used on a Christmas card.

Jason Bateman: Voice acting is like 'performing blindfolded' (Wed, 26 Nov 2025 12:09:18 GMT)
The actor speaks to the One Show about recording the voice for Nick Wilde in Zootropolis 2.

When Jonathan Bailey asks, the BBC listeners deliver... (Wed, 26 Nov 2025 14:33:09 GMT)
Tom Service talks to Wicked: For Good star Jonathan Bailey, about a clarinet piece he learned as a kid.

Ros Atkins on… MPs examining the BBC memo (Tue, 25 Nov 2025 02:45:33 GMT)
After the resignations of Director General and CEO of News, The Culture, Media and Sport committee invited a number of senior BBC figures to be quizzed on what has happened.

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