business
Lidl begins building its first ever pub
The development is an unusual consequence of Northern Ireland’s strict licensing laws. Source link
The food waste 'saints' feeding city's children
Janet Leng and Marian Hodgson volunteer at I Am Reusable food bank and redistribute food to schools. Source link
Oil prices rise as investors eye fragile US-Iran ceasefire
Crude prices plunged on Wednesday after a deal was announced that includes the opening of the Strait of Hormuz. Source link
22,000 students told to pay back 'mis-sold' maintenance loans
Those affected have been told their courses were never eligible for maintenance or childcare loans Source link
The construction boss who built a new life after three years in prison
Traci Quinn, who was jailed for a drugs offence, has transformed herself and set up a successful firm. Source link
'Even if Iran war ends now, farmers' costs will have to be passed on'
Despite a ceasefire, the Iran war will continue to affect farmers’ costs and therefore food prices. Source link
Iran Strait of Hormuz warning adds to shipping uncertainty
Only a few vessels have crossed the strait since the US-Iran ceasefire deal, according to BBC Verify analysis. Source link
Government profiting from rising costs 'not right'
The consumer council says the government is profiting from rising fuel costs via taxation. Source link
Will the ceasefire have any impact on UK fuel and food prices?
Analysts fear long-lasting economic damage has already been set in motion. Source link
Councils working on policy for heating oil support
A new government fund launched on 1 April will provide financial support for households on heating oil. Source link