Inside the mind of the Bank of England: how it sets rates
Craig TaylorWill the Monetary Policy Committee decide to raise interest rates for the first time in a decade? BBC News – Business
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‘Devastating’ Hinkley Point strike averted after agreement
An agreement over pay for construction workers at the new nuclear power station has been reached. BBC News – Business
What’s gone wrong in the UK car market?
Until recently, new car sales in Britain were booming. Now, things look very different. BBC News – Business
Theresa May in renewed effort to close gender pay gap
The prime minister says small firms – not just large ones – should publish gender pay gap details. BBC News – Business
Barclays shares close down 7% after profits disappoint
Barclays’ overall third-quarter profits jump by 31% but investment banking profits are sharply down. BBC News – Business
Lloyds profits up as PPI costs recede
Profits for the third quarter hit £1.95bn as costs of mis-sold payment protection insurance steady. BBC News – Business