Finance

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Irn-Bru maker AG Barr hires former Saga boss for top job as profits surge
The Scottish firm said underlying earnings were now expected to rise by 13.8% to around £49.5 million, up from £43.5 million in 2022 and slightly ahead of market expectations
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easyJet offer will see grandparents take flight for free on family holidays
The offer will allow older relatives to travel free of charge on family bookings to several European destinations
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Rank Group profits boosted as punters return to the casinos for a flutter
Revenues increased thanks to more customers returning to casinos and bingo halls and "busy trading" through Christmas and New Year
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Big Issue vendors hand in petition to PM calling for end to housing insecurity
The petition was signed by almost 12,000 members of the public following a campaign launched by the magazine aimed at ending housing insecurity
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Coinbase appoints George Osborne to advise the cryptocurrency exchange firm
The company is currently fighting a legal battle in the US
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BBC TV licence - everyone who can get one for free, or as cheap as £7.50
Not everyone needs to pay for TV licence, which is good news as it could mean you can avoid the £169.50 fee which is due to come in from April - here is what you need to know
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New North sea oil and gas exploration licences condemned by climate campaigners
The UK's oil and gas regulator has awarded 24 new exploration licences to 17 separate companies in a move that has been welcomed by a trade body but condemned by climate campaigners
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Small business council will give firms 'clear voice at the table', Badenoch says
The Government has announced the formation of a Small Business Council and an update of the Help to Grow website to help small firms access the resources they need to expand
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DWP warns cost of living payment will only be given to certain households
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) will issue the payments to most eligible people between February 6 and February 22 - but there are some cases where you won't be eligible
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Hospitality sector warns of £350m hit from rail strikes amid business concerns
The Night Time Industries Association has warned it was 'deeply concerned' about the 'significant repercussions' that recent industrial action will have on the night-time business economy
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Heinz brings back cult-favourite flavour after customers beg for its return
If you're looking to jazz up your mid-week dinner, then Heinz announcement might be music to your ears as fans have been calling for a revival of one popular flavour
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Shell earnings: Profits decrease to £22bn due to falling oil and gas prices
The oil giant reported adjusted earnings, including taxes, of 28.3 billion US dollars (£22.4 billion) for 2023, down 29% on 2022
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BT profits surge due to price increases as ultrafast broadband rollout continues
Allison Kirkby took the helm from previous chief executive Philip Jansen on Thursday, becoming the first female chief of the FTSE 100 firm
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Ann Summers launches racy delivery service for customers who can't wait
Ann Summers is working with Deliveroo to rush items such as its Couple’s Play Set, complete sex aid, and Bullet Vibrator to amorous folk in three UK cities
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Heineken waters down John Smith's because 'Brits no longer want strong beer'
The Dutch brewing giant Heineken said its top-selling John Smith’s Extra Smooth will be reduced from 3.6% ABV to 3.4%, claiming the decision to make it weaker was about promoting more healthy drinking
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Hundreds of jobs at risk as Group 1 Automotive plans to cut 10% of UK workforce
Group 1 Automotive, which owns more than 70 car dealerships in the UK, said it plans to reduce its UK headcount by around 10% in the first quarter of this year, impacting around 300 people
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Ethical savings: NS&I reduces the rate on three-year green bond to 2.95%
The new issue pays 2.95% AER over a three-year term, the Treasury-backed provider said
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Cineworld, Vue and Odeon cinema rules on bringing your own food and drinks
Over the last few years, UK cinema chains have openly confirmed that you are allowed to bring in food and drinks - however, even if this is the case there are certain rules you need to follow
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Vodafone turns down multibillion-euro merger proposal with Iliad in Italy
The multibillion-euro proposal which was made public in December has not been accepted by the Vodafone board, despite being "the best possible business combination"
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Martin Lewis issues warning for anyone booking holiday after woman loses £5,000
Martin Lewis urged everyone booking a holiday to take out travel insurance 'as soon as you book' after one woman explained how she lost £5,000 because she wasn't able to fly
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Morrisons boss aims to 'reinvigorate' and 'strengthen' the supermarket chain
The debt-laden company, which is the UK's fifth largest supermarket group, has witnessed a challenging two years since being taken over by a US private equity firm in a £7 billion deal
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Vegan restaurant forced to serve up meat for awkward reason - as customers left
A restaurant that was once vegan has been forced to serve up meat for a very awkward reason, despite the fact the owner of the establishment doesn't eat meat himself
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Ikea offering customers half price food every Friday from next week
The 50% offer which is available to Ikea "Family Members" begins on Friday, February 2, and will continue every Friday across stores until the end of August this year
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Less room for tax cuts in the Budget than last year, Hunt tells Cabinet
The Chancellor is understood to have told Cabinet colleagues that there will be less room for tax cuts in the Budget than there was in the autumn statement
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All the McDonald's items getting axed in days - to make room for 'hot' new drop
McDonald's has confirmed some of its beloved offerings, including the Steakhouse Stack, will be pulled from stores in a matter of days - but it's not all bad news as the chain reveals a 'delicious' new burger coming to stores