business
Government to U-turn over business rate rise for pubs
The hospitality industry had called for a rethink of planned changes to the way the tax based on property is calculated. Source link
Sportswear firm Castore defends price of football kits
Tom Beahon, of sportswear firm Castore, says fans buy official shirts because they can afford to. Source link
The Inquiry
Can Kenya’s plan for digital outsourcing solve its jobs crisis? Source link
Tesco and M&S report strong Christmas food sales
Both major retailers report strong food sales, but M&S says sales of clothing and homeware fell. Source link
Upfront childcare payments 'simplifies the system'
Paying parents directly for some childcare costs gives “flexibility”, says a Jersey minister. Source link
Trump calls for US military spending to rise more than 50% to $1.5tn
The president also called on defence firms to increase production or face a crackdown on payouts. Source link
How tariff disruption will continue reshaping the global economy in 2026
Trump’s import levies are still changing the patterns of international trade. Source link
Unions accuse McDonald's of 'repeated harassment’ against ‘mostly teenage’ staff
It follows a BBC investigation three years ago which exposed a toxic culture at the fast-food chain. Source link
Labour's workers' rights concessions to save businesses billions, assessment shows
The government will phase in the reforms over several years, with many measures subject to consultation. Source link
Trump backs ban on institutional investor home purchases
Wall Street investors have bought thousands of homes to rent out, a practice that has sparked concerns about affordability. Source link