The Office for Budget Responsibility’s (OBR) forecasts for the coming years look optimistic, almost remarkably so when compared to the Bank of England. The OBR thinks the UK will grow …
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Snowden hoping spring’s eternal at Cheltenham again
The 2022/23 season wasn’t a bad one for trainer Jamie Snowden. A second Cheltenham Festival winner with You Wear It Well as well as victory in the Coral Gold Cup …
Government’s £800m offshore wind auction budget not enough, analysts warn
Despite a budget increase, the UK’s next round of auctions for offshore wind looks set to disappoint on power generation returns. According to a statement from the Department of Energy …
My dad is not a liar! Verstappen defends dad Jos after attack on Red Bull and Horner
Max Verstappen has insisted the drama surrounding his Red Bull F1 outfit after team principal Christian Horner’s misconduct hearing and subsequent alleged message leaks is “not good for the team”. …
Spring Budget 2024: Why a May election is now looking less likely
In recent weeks, speculation has become increasingly feverish in Westminster that the Conservatives could go early, roll the dice and opt to call a May election. The reasoning, some said, …
London club AFC Wimbledon to host international rugby at Plough Lane
AFC Wimbledon is set to host international rugby this year with the likes of the USA set to descend on Plough Lane in London, it is to be confirmed on …
The Chancellor’s tentative steps towards popular capitalism
For far too many people, hard work no longer translates into material prosperity. Today’s Budget starts to change that, but there’s much more to do, says Sam Bidwell In amongst …
Fidelity International to cut 1,000 jobs – but it’s unclear where the axe will fall
Fidelity International is set to cut around 1,000 jobs globally, which is roughly nine per cent of its total headcount, the company announced today. The asset manager, which span off …
Two former execs tied to Airbus unit acquitted of corruption – but one still faces jail
Two former executives charged in a high-profile Saudi bribery case have been acquitted of corruption at a London court today. The Serious Fraud Office (SFO) brought corruption charges against Jeffrey …
Russians BANNED from Paris 2024 Paralympics opening ceremony
Russian and Belarusian athletes have been banned from the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Paralympics this summer. Their achievements will also be erased from the medal table. It comes …