Business & Entrepreneurship
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Aldi and Lidl to face same rules as rival supermarkets in crackdown
The CMA said it will designate Aldi, Lidl GB and Lidl NI as ‘large grocery retailers’ under current industry rules
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Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Friday
CDU member in Saxony-Anhalt refuses to walk out on the election of an AfD minister president, alleged spy for Russia arrested, tax revenue is expected to increase next year and more news from around Germany on Friday, October 23rd.
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£1 million funding boost announced for Keighley businesses
A FRESH round of funding is set to boost business growth and job creation in Keighley
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Retail sales in Great Britain fall as struggling households cut back
Latest negative economic update comes as John Healey prepares to announce budget next week
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Doncaster Sheffield Airport: Airport loan twice approved by councillors will be scrapped
A multi-million pound loan twice approved by the City of Doncaster Council will be scrapped if the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) approves the purchase of Doncaster Sheffield Airport, papers have revealed.
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8 Things to Know About the iPhone Duo
Did you manage to score Apple’s first folding phone on launch day? Are you still mulling it over? Here are a few things to keep in mind.
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Banks set to report stronger profits as they face prospect of tax hike
The announcements will come on the same week that Chancellor John Healey will deliver his autumn Budget statement.
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Newly revamped McDonald's opens its doors on the outskirts of York
A popular fast-food restaurant on the outskirts of York has reopened following a major refurbishment.
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Former MasterChef contestant secures £150,000 to open Bishop Auckland restaurant
Former MasterChef contestant Mike Bartley will open Jörd, a fine-dining restaurant in Bishop Auckland, on October 24 after securing £150,000 funding.
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HMRC faces £43.8billion tax debt crisis as millions struggle to pay bills
HMRC was owed £43.8billion by 8.2 million taxpayers at the end of 2025-26, with a watchdog warning that older unpaid tax debts are harder to recover.
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BRI unit which only opened earlier this year wins national design award
It was recognised for its focus on patient dignity, infection control and innovative use of patient pods.
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Was Maricarmen a manager at a property company? This is what we know
A Spanish news outlet says, citing companies register records, that Maricarmen Abascal was deputy board secretary at a property firm between 1994 and 1995. #EuropeNews
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Plans lodged to divert public footpath across North East farmland - public notice
Stockton Council made an order on October 13 to divert Footpath No 4 Whitton across farmland. Residents can formally object in writing by November 16
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Chancellor unveils £800m savings for businesses by slashing pointless paperwork
John Healey says he wants to cut back on ‘form-filling’ to give companies ‘breathing space’
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China-aligned hackers deploy AI agents in massive ConnectWise supply chain attack — agents attempted sign-ins at more than 2,250 Microsoft 365 tenants, with some of the group's attacks reaching privileged access in under three hours
Automated password guessing failed, but stolen app credentials needed no user sign-in at all.
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Earl wins £100k fight with traveller site owner over threats to 'invade' his woods
Kenneth Mackay, the 83-year-old fourth Lord Inchcape, hired a team of dog-handler security guards
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Chancellor says he will cut 'pointless paperwork' to save businesses up to £800m
Ministers say the changes in regulations will reduce unnecessary bureaucracy.
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Edinburgh diners offered cashback at independent restaurants through new app
Edinburgh diners have a chance to get up to 100 cashback on meals at 35+ independent restaurants with Shuffle, a £2.99-a-month app.
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Next phase of £3m North Yorkshire market place improvements set to begin
Thirsk Market Place footway works begin October 26 as North Yorkshire Council repaves the southern section, with access to shops maintained until November 27.
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Pub group Punch reveals jump in sales after snapping up 74 sites
Boss Andy Spencer said the company has started the new financial year with ‘real confidence’ despite economic pressures on the pub sector.
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Jackdaw gas field approval will strengthen UK energy security, Burnham says
The gas field, 150 miles east of Aberdeen in Scotland, had been approved after years of uncertainty and a court case.
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UK retail sales drop after warm weather hits winter clothing demand
The Office for National Statistics said retail sales volumes fell by 0.4% in September, compared with the previous month.
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India slashes cost of cancer drugs after court rules mark-ups are ‘extortion’
Case filed in 2022 by patient unable to afford medicine leads to cap on drug prices for millions who face ruin if diagnosed
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Earnings limit of up to £140K for first-time buyers loan scheme
The Your First Home scheme will offer government-backed loans for those buying new-builds in England.
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Newly revamped McDonald's opens its doors on the outskirts of York
A popular fast-food restaurant on the outskirts of York has reopened following a major refurbishment.
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Mounjaro rollout on NHS is too slow and creating ‘two-tier system’, MPs warn
Only about 6 per cent of eligible patients will get Mounjaro through the NHS rollout in the first three years, says report
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Ripon manufacturer Econ Engineering promotes long-serving employee to IT Director
A North Yorkshire employee who joined Econ Engineering in its Assembly department in 2008 has been promoted to IT Director, following almost two decades with
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Award-winning Darlington-born chef helps raise funds for spinal injury garden
Award-winning chef Ruth Hansom helped raise funds for Horatio’s Garden at Thorp Perrow Arboretum, supporting a new therapeutic garden at Middlesbrough’s James Cook Hospital.
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Evoke urges no further gambling tax hikes in Budget after 270 shops shut
The William Hill owner said the closure of 270 shops ‘shows the real impact on jobs and livelihoods from higher industry taxation’.
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Untaxed van advertising vehicle tax seized - 'This case may raise a smile'
It could be crushed if it is not claimed.
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National Express owner in talks over £282m takeover deal
British transport company Mobico saw shares jump to 39.5p after talks were confirmed on Wednesday morning
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Freight firm applies for Bradford operating licence
A FREIGHT company has applied for a licence to operate in Bradford
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Germany, Austria or Switzerland: Where do residents pay the most income tax?
Depending where you live between the three German-speaking countries, you can get a whole lot more (or less) take home pay out of your net salary. We compare the tax rates between 8 different cities across the DACH region.
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Bradford construction sites hit by 649 thefts in five years
CONSTRUCTION site theft has been revealed as a persistent and costly problem across Yorkshire and the Humber
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Another rescue operation in the Black Sea led by Romania
A ship is reported to have been struck by several drones 13 miles from the Romanian port of Constanța. Rescuers recovered nine of the thirteen sailors on board alive. #EuropeNews
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Boohoo owner Debenhams hails return to profit for first time in five years
Debenhams Group has been taking steps to reduce its cost base by selling off parts of the business.
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Bradford shop on major road applies for licence to sell alcohol
The public has the right to object to the application.
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Opposition grows over 360,000-chicken farm near Ripon despite new manure plans
Opposition to plans for a massive poultry farm in North Yorkshire continues to grow despite the developer submitting new information aimed at easing concerns over the disposal of thousands of tonnes of chicken manure.
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HMRC faces £43.8billion tax debt crisis as millions struggle to pay bills
HMRC was owed £43.8billion by 8.2 million taxpayers at the end of 2025-26, with a watchdog warning that older unpaid tax debts are harder to recover.
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HMRC faces £43.8billion tax debt crisis as millions struggle to pay bills
HMRC was owed £43.8billion by 8.2 million taxpayers at the end of 2025-26, with a watchdog warning that older unpaid tax debts are harder to recover.
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Liquidator appointed to Scottish courier company following HMRC court action
A liquidator has been appointed to a Scottish courier company after an HMRC court action.
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UK consumer confidence falls at fastest rate since Covid as cost of living bites
Economic fallout from war in Middle East adds to pressures on consumers and on chancellor before budget
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Greens went into Holyrood election in a 'dire' financial position, members to be told
The Scottish Greens went into the Holyrood election in a "dire" financial position, according to a motion to be debated at the party's annual conference.
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Scottish Forestry approved £2.3m Gupta grant despite minister being 'nervous'
Internal emails and grant documents obtained by The Herald reveal Scottish Forestry pressed ahead with a £2.3 million award to Sanjeev Gupta's Highland estate, overriding a cabinet secretary's repeated concerns, partly to close a gap in Scotland's 30 by 30 nature target.
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Bulls highlight four-year pathway progress as young talents take chances
The Bradford Bulls pathway has undergone major development since November 2022, when key founder Ryan Hunkin became the club's head of youth.
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Ministers 'can't determine' if any sex offenders will have appeal grounds
SNP ministers cannot identify how many convicted sex offenders - if any - may have grounds for appeal after a landmark court ruling as SCCRC applications rise to 44 and prospect of class action discussed.
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Asian shares slip as sharp drops for AI stocks overwhelm markets worldwide and oil prices jump
Asian shares are mostly lower after the latest shudder for artificial-intelligence stocks weighed on markets around the world, giving the benchmark S&P 500 its worst day since July
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Inverurie named Scotland’s Town of the Year after high street revival
Inverurie has been named Scotland’s Town of the Year after boosting footfall, growing its farmers’ market and supporting independent businesses.
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HMRC faces £43.8billion tax debt crisis as millions struggle to pay bills
HMRC was owed £43.8billion by 8.2 million taxpayers at the end of 2025-26, with a watchdog warning that older unpaid tax debts are harder to recover.
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Mother sought advice from Alan Jones after broadcaster’s alleged indecent assault of her son, court hears
Jones, 85, has pleaded not guilty to 21 charges of indecent assault and sexual touching