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Typical energy bill forecast to rise by £332 a year in July
Cornwall Insight says the recent surge in energy prices due to the Iran war is set to push up household bills. Source link
NI households set for £30 electricity reduction in July
The scheme, which will cost £81m, follows on from an announcement made at the UK budget in November 2025. Source link
Government borrowing higher than expected in February
The ONS said an increase in government tax receipts was outweighed by a rise in spending. Source link
School uniform reuse scheme launches in London
The School Uniform Reuse Network aims to help schools and families reduce waste and save money. Source link
Social supermarket praise for Comic Relief support
Yvonne Smith says “things were desperate” when she signed up to the Plate of Plenty in Nuneaton. Source link
Trio charged over alleged plot to smuggle Nvidia chips from US to China
They allegedly used fake papers and dummy gear as part of a plan to sell billions in tech to China. Source link
Colombia's budding tech scene needs a cash boost
Colombia has become a tech hub for Latin America, but attracting investors is a challenge. Source link
The global winners and losers of the war in Iran
As the conflict triggers economic disruption some risk being hit hard, while others stand to benefit. Source link
Watch: How oil and gas prices are pushing up the cost of living
From fuel to mortgages, the BBC looks at how oil and gas prices could push up the cost of living. Source link
US considers lifting sanctions on some Iranian oil
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent broached waiving sanctions on oil already at sea, which would be a stunning reversal of longstanding American policy. Source link