Firms turn more cautious on the economy despite stronger hiring plans.
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Lloyds lifts dividend and launches new buyback after 2025 profit jump
Lloyds shares rose after the bank beat profit forecasts, lifted its dividend and announced a £1.75bn buyback as impairments increased.
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Reform UK mocked on Question Time as audience challenges ‘party of change’ claim
“How can anyone think Reform are a party of change when they only appear to be a care home for…
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Petitions urge King Charles to rethink US visit after Trump remarks
A row over Trump’s Afghanistan comments has spilled into royal diplomacy, with multiple petitions urging the King to delay or…
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High Court dismisses challenge over trans access to Hampstead Heath ponds
The High Court has dismissed a legal challenge over trans access to Hampstead Heath bathing ponds, with current rules staying…
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Assisted dying bill backers consider Parliament Act route as Lords delays mount
Backers warn assisted dying bill could fall without procedural reset in next session.
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Tory leader rejects calls to move to centre as Prosper UK launches
Prosper UK launch highlights Tory divide over how to counter Reform.
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Lee Anderson mocked over Gorton by-election photo gaffe
Reform’s Lee Anderson was mocked after posting campaign photos outside the Gorton and Denton by-election seat. Reform disputes the claim.
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Starmer accuses Reform of “toxic division” as Goodwin confirmed for by-election
Starmer says Reform will bring “toxic division” to Gorton and Denton after Matt Goodwin’s selection sparks a row over his…
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Trump rejects “would-be assassin” claim after Minneapolis ICE shooting
Trump rejected claims that Minneapolis shooting victim Alex Pretti was a “would-be assassin”, as Republicans Thom Tillis and Lisa Murkowski…
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