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Helen Greaney

Britain has the highest electricity bills in the world, data finds

New stats reveal that the UK has the highest electricity bills in the world. The data compiled by BOXT, looks at government stats on electricity prices...

Chancellor slashes financial support for businesses

The treasury has announced a scaled-back energy support scheme for businesses from the start of April. A new energy scheme for businesses, charities, and the public...

Dagenham ‘green’ plant has capacity to power 10,000 homes

The days of excess Christmas eating are now behind us, and left with it are piles of excess sprouts, mince pies, roast potates and more. But...

Iconic prints and products to mark 70 years of Laura Ashley

Top home furnishings brand Laura Ashley is celebrating 70 years with a limited-time mini exhibition this month. Fans of the brand will be able to saunter...

Energy Bill Relief Scheme set to be ditched

Thousands of businesses will be forced to raise prices if the Energy Bill Relief Scheme (EBRS) scheme is not extended next week. Under existing support, the...

London boasts lowest Covid infection rate in England

New stats show that numbers of Covid infections in the capital declined in the last week of 2022. Pillar 2 tests showed that London saw its...

Londoners encouraged to “get down the pub” despite Dry January

Pubs are encouraging people to support their local boozer this month despite the dry January trend. The industry is battling back from an economic downturn and...

Eight arrested in capital as revellers force way into sold-out fireworks event

Eight people were held by police in the city as people ventured out for the first unrestricted London New Year's Eve event in three years. There...

Driving examiners the latest to strike as industrial action escalates

Driving examiners walk out for five days today over escalating disagreements over pay, jobs and pensions. Members of the Public and Commercial Services union (PCS) in...

London Christmas footfall down as strikes take impact

Christmas Eve footfall was down 15 per cent on the week previous as rail strikes stung shopping plans in the city. December 24 usually sees crowds...

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