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The Institute of Directors’ latest monthly UK index recorded a steep fall in optimism after the autumn Budget, alongside shifts in long-term investment intentions, as leaders assessed rising costs, higher levies on banks and landlords, and new fiscal devolution arrangements.
A daily-coffee comparison has been removed as MPs press for clearer illustrations of how rising earnings increase monthly deductions
Sir Mark Rowley confirms two further rape investigations and backs mandatory jury directions on rape myths
The prime minister was questioned about his 2014 support for the comedian, who remains in custody before sentencing on Monday
Smart speakers and AI-linked watches fall within the Windsor Framework arrangements, while standalone business tools remain outside their scope
Long-term customer contracts support billions in borrowing, but analysts disagree over whether strong computing demand can outweigh the financial risks
Applicants must justify urgent hearings with evidence, while a newborn protocol seeks earlier family support and fairer participation for parents
The overall drug death rate fell for the first time since 2012, but regional inequalities widened and ketamine-linked fatalities reached a record
Ammori’s lawyers argue criminal powers were sufficient, while Jewish communal groups say escalating attacks threatened their institutions
Further survey discoveries intensify pressure for a restoration vote as MPs warn that each year of delay costs taxpayers £420m
Only 16 of 36 vehicles have passed statutory testing, as passengers face a five-year delay to promised service increases
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