business
What can nervous businesses expect from the Budget?
It is going to be a nail-biting final few days for business leaders, says the BBC’s Business Editor, Simon Jack. Source link
Japan's high-stakes gamble to turn island of flowers into global chip hub
The country once led the world in semiconductors and electronics, but over the years it fell behind Taiwan, South Korea and China. Source link
G20 summit boycotted by US closes in South Africa
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa says there is a “renewed commitment to multilateral co-operation”. Source link
Rail fares to be frozen in England next year
Regulated fares, which include season tickets and off-peak returns, will not see annual price rises for the first time in 30 years, the government announces. Source link
Community freecycle event expands to third site
The “face-to-face” freecycle event is branching out to other locations in the county. Source link
Toothbrush packs to be given to 'most vulnerable'
The £20,000 scheme will provide people in North Northamptonshire with toothbrushes and toothpaste. Source link
Budget must focus on housing, says shelter resident
Two men who have experienced homelessness give their views ahead of the chancellor’s budget. Source link
Gin maker fears further tax increase in Budget
A group of politicians wants to see a freeze on excise duty for spirits in the Budget. Source link
Barber to offer 'pay what you can' haircuts
Marcus Lewis-Roper says people can pay whatever they want on 22 December. Source link
What taxes apply to electric vehicles and how could the Budget change that?
All new cars must be electric or hybrid from 2030, but the government could put new taxes on them. Source link