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Struggling High Streets fuel sense of neglect for voters ahead of local elections

Failing High Streets fuel a wider sense of political discontent which could prove crucial in the upcoming elections for English councils in May. "It's not like it used to be." Debbie Tapper, who's lived around Walsall her whole life, recalls a bustling market that used to stretch the length of the…

BBC Business · 3 maj 2026

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Voters will judge Trump on the economy - how is it doing?

How much Donald Trump can do with the time he has left as president will depend massively on the cost of living. 29 minutes ago Share Save Add as preferred on Google Archie Mitchell Business reporter Donald Trump once predicted the US-Israeli war in Iran would last no longer than six weeks. The…

BBC Business · 3 maj 2026

Ekonomi · BBC

Airlines can cancel flights in advance over fuel shortages, under new plans

Ministers hope move would help avoid last-minute flight cancellations for passengers this summer over Middle East fuel supplies. 7 hours ago Share Save Add as preferred on Google Theo Leggett Transport correspondent Airlines will be able to cancel flights weeks in advance, without losing valuable…

BBC Business · 2 maj 2026

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The Real Greek rescued by Cote Brasserie-owner

All but nine of the Mediterranean chain's 28 outlets are being taken over by the family-owned Karali group. 17 hours ago Share Save Add as preferred on Google Lucy Hooker Business reporter The Real Greek restaurant chain has been rescued from the brink of collapse after the owners of Cote Brasserie…

BBC Business · 1 maj 2026

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Mortgages, jobs and energy bills - how the Iran war will affect your money

The Bank of England's latest report reveals some interesting details on how our finances will be affected due to the Iran war. The central bank kept interest rates on hold this week , but the rate-setting committee's report helped shed some light on what households can expect when it comes to things…

BBC Business · 1 maj 2026

Ekonomi · BBC

Trump says he will hike tariffs on EU cars to 25%

The current level of tariffs charged on goods entering the US from the EU is 15%, under a deal negotiated last July. 14 hours ago Share Save Add as preferred on Google Archie Mitchell and Jonathan Josephs , Business reporters Donald Trump is increasing the tariffs charged on cars and trucks imported…

BBC Business · 1 maj 2026