Economists watch for shifts in core inflation, services costs and energy effects as Bank of England weighs timing of further rate decisions

Ministers reverse course on delaying local votes, intensifying scrutiny over policy U-turns and electoral strategy

Senior banking executives assess feasibility of a domestic payments scheme to reduce reliance on US giants as political uncertainty grows

Met Office alerts millions to hazardous travel conditions as wintry showers, frost and icy roads follow a renewed plunge in temperatures

Gavin Newsom signs transatlantic climate and clean technology accord with UK that opens markets, strengthens research ties and attracts Octopus Energy’s large climate tech commi...

UK royal holds high-level talks during regional visit as advocacy groups urge greater transparency on rights issues

High-tech Glascoed artillery shell plant has yet to open despite forecasts and is now in testing after capacity was doubled mid-construction