Britain’s largest private employer, Tesco, faces a potential £1 billion increase in its budget due to a rise in national insurance, sparking concerns about possible price increases for consumers.
A potential shortage of individuals to portray Santa Claus is causing concern for festive events, as grottos across the country face difficulties in securing enough Santas for the holiday season.
Farmers are planning blockades at ports and supermarkets in response to proposed inheritance tax increases, aiming to protest against what they view as unfair tax changes affecting their livelihoods and the broader agriculture sector.
The Princess of Wales is set to resume her royal duties alongside Prince William on international tours, following her recovery from a health battle.
Authorities are urging an individual to disclose the financial backers responsible for covering the expenses of a significant estate, following a pause in an annual security payment that raises questions about the funding sources.
Ministers have faced criticism over their refusal to resentence approximately 2,600 prisoners serving indefinite sentences, prompting a Labour peer to advocate for legislative reform in support of The Independent’s campaign against these detentions.
British Chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced the UK’s opposition to potential tariffs proposed by former U.S. President Donald Trump, emphasising the importance of free trade between the two nations.