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ITV confirms it is still in talks to sell TV channels to Sky as profits dip

Today

ITV has confirmed it is still in talks over a potential £1.6bn sale of its broadcast arm to Sky - which reportedly is aiming to create a UK-focused streaming giant to rival Netflix and Amazon.

Taylor Wimpey says late Autumn Budget hit sales as profits fall and firm slashes dividend

Today

In its annual results, Taylor Wimpey said 'uncertainty' ahead of the late Autumn Budget impacted sales through the second half of 2025 and its order book coming into 2026.

Everything you need to do NOW to save your holiday to Dubai and the Middle East: Mail's ULTIMATE insider guide to how to get a refund and what to do if you're stuck in the travel chaos... and why time is of the essence

Today

British travellers have been plunged into chaos after Iranian strikes on the Middle East left them stranded in the region or unable to fly to their holiday destinations.

Ladbroke owner Entain's losses widen after taking £488m hit from gambling tax hikes

Today

Rachel Reeves increased taxes on online gaming, such as casino games and slots, to 40 per cent from 21 per cent and on sports betting to 25 per cent from 15 per cent.

Will petrol prices surge due to conflict in Iran - and could unleaded reach nearly £2 a litre again?

Today

Strikes on Iran by the US and Israel have sparked a near 16% increase in oil prices between the markets closing on Friday and midday on Tuesday.

South East Water faces £22m fine from water regulator for 'repeated' supply failures

Today

Regulator Ofwat said the company had 'failed to plan sufficiently' and was therefore 'unable to cope during periods of high demand or extreme weather.'

A fifth of drivers want SUVs to be BANNED from city centres

Today

One in three motorists believe SUVs are more dangerous to pedestrians and cyclists than smaller vehicles, according to the latest research by a road safety charity.

Reeves' claim that we're all £1,000 better off unravels (but not if you're on benefits)

Today

Rachel Reeves, pictured, used her Spring Statement this week to trumpet an increase in living standards over the course of the current Parliament.

WH Smith shuts shops in US and Germany as Middle East war threatens to dampen footfall

Today

The retailer, which hopes to be a 'one stop travel shop' business after selling its High Street arm, said it has closed around seven shops in the US and Germany so far due to poor sales.

Early Days, the shoe firm loved by royals, says sale abandoned after war in Middle East

Today

Early Days, which operates a factory in Leicester, has been looking to find a buyer since January - after being pushed to the brink of collapse by Labour's costs hikes.

I'm a financial adviser who has seen every crisis for 40 years: Iran conflict has made markets nervous - but the worst thing investors can do is panic

Today

The lesson that tumultuous markets teach, time and again, is that panic selling is almost always the wrong instinct.

A hybrid SUV that can really go the distance: Chery Tiggo 7 is a Chinese car that will tick the boxes for families in Britain

Today

Chery has launched in the UK and its 7 CSH 'Super Hybrid' SUV is the cheapest way into the brand. Freda Lewis-Stempel reviews the long range hybrid SUV to see it it offers bang for buck.

Home insurance premiums fall 9% in a year with London and Scotland seeing the sharpest drops

Today

The average cost of annual home insurance fell by 9% from £218 to £198 year-on-year in January, data from Compare the Market reveals.

I'm trustee for my toddler grandson: I'm not taking a penny, but will I lose my benefits? HEATHER ROGERS replies

Today

Mr solicitor who did probate also drew up a deed saying that I was trustee along with my cousin's daughter who is a lot younger than me.

Rachel Reeves urged to reform 60% tax trap that will catch 2.1MILLION this year, as OBR says it will look at high marginal rates

Today

The OBR said alongside the Spring Statement that it would look at high marginal tax rates, while investment platform IG says it is holding back investment.

Major warning to anyone paying their builder in CASH... and the serious risks it comes with, by consumer lawyer DEAN DUNHAM

Today

First, how do you know he's not paying tax? If he's told you directly or offered you a discount for cash in hand with no receipt, that's a massive red flag.

Labour urged to rethink plans to hike the minimum wage as youth unemployment soars

Yesterday

Bosses and experts say Labour's national insurance hikes and wage policies are to blame for rising joblessness - with young people the worst hit.

Taxes set to rise again as war in Middle East wipes out Chancellor's headroom

Yesterday

Rachel Reeves could be forced to hike taxes even more, despite warnings that increases are already threatening to damage growth.

Interest rates 'to climb above 4%': Soaring energy prices fuel fears of fresh inflation shock

Yesterday

Borrowers were last night warned they face higher mortgage costs on top of soaring energy bills as war rages in the Middle East.

Setback for City as online travel agent Loveholidays delays £1bn float as Iran war sparks market turmoil

Yesterday

The company was expected to announce its plans to float this month but now may move this to after Easter, according to the Financial Times.

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