BBC building in ‘lockdown’ after protesters break in
A BBC building in Belfast city centre was placed into lockdown for a short time after a group of protesters made their way onto the premises on Tuesday morning. It…
Apprentice winner ‘not aware’ of reported breach
The winner of The Apprentice 2025 said he was “not aware of any ongoing investigation” after reports his air conditioning firm had been operating without the correct licence. Dean Franklin,…
Global growth forecast slashed by IMF over tariff impact
The forecast for US economic growth for this year has been given the biggest downgrade among advanced economies by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) due to uncertainty caused by trade…
Cyber attack on M&S leads to click and collect delays
Marks and Spencer (M&S) says it has been dealing with a “cyber incident” affecting some of its services over the last few days. The UK retailer said its Click and…
Welsh National Opera musicians accept jobs deal
Musicians at the Welsh National Opera orchestra have accepted a new agreement following a year of negotiations and industrial action. The WNO announced last year it was cutting back its…
Free breakfast club trial ‘will make life easier’
Parents and teachers at a Sheffield primary school have welcomed the beginning of a scheme offering government-funded breakfast clubs. High Green Primary School is one of 750 schools in England…
Three more UK interest rate cuts this year, predicts IMF
The Bank of England could cut interest rates three more times this year despite the UK grappling with higher-than-expected inflation, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has said. The organisation predicted…
Man City not used to winning in last minute – Guardiola
There was an error Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is pleased after a late goal helps his side beat Aston Villa 2-1, saying they “aren’t used to winning games in…
Villa must ‘keep going’ after last-gasp Man City defeat – Emery
There was an error Aston Villa manager Unai Emery says his side must simply “keep going” after their last-gasp 2-1 loss at Manchester City. MATCH REPORT: Nunes strikes deep into…
Four points separate five teams – who will prosper in race for Europe?
This video can not be played The ‘phenomenal’ race for Champions League spots Manchester City boosted their Champions League qualification hopes with a late victory against Aston Villa on Tuesday,…