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Sainsbury’s warns Iran war could hit shoppers and retailers as costs come back into focus
Sainsbury’s has warned that the conflict involving Iran could put fresh pressure on both customers and retailers, making it one of the more closely watched UK business stories this week. Reuters reported on 23 April that the supermarket expects the crisis to affect consumer spending as well as its
UK retail sales rise in March as shoppers spend more on fuel and clothing
UK retail sales unexpectedly climbed in March, giving the high street a modest boost at the end of the quarter. The Office for National Statistics said sales volumes rose by 0.4% month on month, beating expectations in a Reuters poll that had pointed to a small decline. The ONS also said sales
How Grizz Studio Turned a Shared Gothic Passion Into a Handmade Jewellery Brand
Grizz Studio did not begin in a boardroom or through trend-chasing. It began in conversation—through a fashion community where two creators connected over shared interests, exchanged ideas, and discovered a mutual fascination with gothic aesthetics and handmade chainmail work.
Grizz Studio Launches New Chainmail Lighter Armour Collection
Grizz Studio has introduced its latest release, the Chainmail Lighter Armour Collection , a new handmade range that reimagines everyday lighters as decorative accessories with a strong gothic and industrial character.
Bank of England expected to hold interest rates through 2026 despite rising inflation risks
The Bank of England is now widely expected to keep interest rates unchanged for the rest of 2026, even as inflation concerns build again. A Reuters poll published on 21 April found that economists expect the Bank to leave Bank Rate at 3.75% at its 30 April meeting and to hold that level through
UK moves to weaken link between electricity prices and gas costs in bid to cut bills
The UK government has unveiled fresh plans to weaken the connection between electricity prices and volatile gas costs, in a move aimed at bringing down energy bills for households and businesses. Reuters reported on 21 April that ministers want older renewable energy generators to move onto
Rory McIlroy’s latest Masters win sends US TV ratings to their highest level in 11 years
Rory McIlroy’s victory at the 2026 Masters is still making headlines, with the tournament now credited with delivering the biggest final-round US television audience for the event in 11 years. Reuters reported that CBS drew nearly 14 million viewers for Sunday’s broadcast, an 8% increase on last
UK economy beats forecasts with stronger-than-expected growth in February
The UK economy delivered an unexpectedly strong performance in February, with gross domestic product rising by 0.5% month on month, according to the Office for National Statistics. That was well above the forecast in a Reuters poll of economists, and it marked the strongest monthly gain since
SNP vows to cap basic food prices in Scotland as election battle sharpens
Scotland’s governing SNP has unveiled a headline-grabbing pledge to cap the price of essential supermarket goods if it wins re-election, putting the cost of living back at the centre of the Holyrood campaign. Current reporting says the proposal would apply to 20 to 50 staple items sold by large
Lyrid meteor shower returns to UK skies with peak expected on 22 April
Skywatchers in the UK have a fresh reason to look up this week, as the annual Lyrid meteor shower becomes active from 16 to 25 April 2026. Royal Museums Greenwich says the shower is due to peak on the night of 22 April, making the coming days the key window for anyone hoping to catch the display.
BBC to cut up to 2,000 jobs as broadcaster launches major cost-saving drive
The BBC is preparing to cut up to 2,000 roles over the next two years in what is being described as its biggest downsizing in around 15 years. Reports say the move forms part of a wider plan to reduce costs by roughly 10%, as the broadcaster faces pressure from rising production expenses, weaker