Lisa Webb, Which? consumer law expert, said that as advent calendars had become more luxurious, there were likely to be more criminals targeting consumers buying
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Green energy plan needs 600 miles of power lines – report
Miliband asked the National Energy System Operator (NESO) to review ministers’ clean energy plans after Labour’s return to power at July’s general election. The body
Shoplifting levels ‘unacceptable’, inquiry finds
The committee supported schemes like Project Pegasus – a partnership between retailers and police to tackle organised shoplifting gangs – but said there needs to
Boeing walkout ends as striking workers back 38% pay rise deal
IAM said 59% of the striking workers voted in favour of the new deal, which also includes a one-off $12,000 (£9,300) bonus, as well as
Primark quality tests find £15 jeans as ‘durable’ as £150 pair
Primark, which has faced repeated criticism for its “fast fashion” approach, said it hoped its new Durability Framework would help people get more wear from
Bodhi Talent: ‘Lying talent agent left us without cash and hope’
Actors like Alexa Morden have used the #BodhiGate scandal to call for change in an industry that seems glamorous on the surface. Her podcast, The
Sainsbury’s to rival Aldi in small stores after price gap criticism
But shoppers pay a premium for convenience. According to a snapshot from Circana, based on an analysis of 29 everyday products, shoppers are currently paying
Rachel Reeves ‘not immune’ to National Insurance hike criticism
Appearing on Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg, Reeves was asked whether there was any chance she would rethink the National Insurance rise for employers. “I’m not
Unite union may bring legal action over winter fuel payments
An estimated 10 million pensioners will lose their winter fuel payment. The benefit will still be paid to those who receive pension credit or other
Value for Money Tsar linked to string of overspends
Asked if he represented value for money, a Number 10 spokeswoman said “yes”. Reeves announced his appointment saying it’s “vital that we are driving efficiency