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Syngenta proposes Grangemouth closure, putting almost 400 jobs at risk
Syngenta has proposed ending all operations at its Grangemouth chemical plant by the end of 2027, putting almost 400 jobs at risk. Scottish ministers say they will explore every option.
FCA asks board member to review its handling of whistleblower who died
The FCA has asked a new board member to examine how it dealt with a whistleblower who died, while an all-party group of MPs and a campaign group call for an independent inquiry.
UK travel warning Saudi Arabia missile attacks: Saudia jet reported destroyed at Riyadh
A Saudia Airbus was reported destroyed at Riyadh's King Khalid airport on 8 October, according to InsideFlyer; Saudi authorities have not confirmed it. Al-Monitor said 41% of flights were cancelled.
Quiet electric cars a danger to blind pedestrians, campaigners warn
A Swindon guide dog owner says silent electric vehicles are a pedestrian safety risk. The charity Guide Dogs wants the UK's warning-sound rules tightened.
UK digital bonds: first digital gilt, DIGIT, expected by early 2027
The Treasury has named six banks for DIGIT, the first digitally native government bond. Here is how it works, when it is expected and what it means for savers.
Brussels Airport strike Friday: 100 flights cancelled, EU261 rights
Brussels Airport says about 100 flights will be cancelled on Friday 9 October, down from 140 first reported. Passengers should check who handles their flight and what EU261 rules may offer.
Jaguar Type 01 electric car price UK: £130,000 and a big gamble
Experts call the Type 01 'make or break' for Jaguar, which starts at £130,000 in the UK. Here is how early reviews, rivals and the price compare for British buyers.
Can landlords refuse pets in England? Your right to ask explained
The Renters' Rights Act 2025 gives English tenants the right to request a pet, and landlords cannot refuse unreasonably. New Propertymark guidance explains the 28-day timeframe.
UK airports contactless eGates: what changes for arrivals
Contactless technology is coming to airport travel as eGates switch to facial checks, so eligible arriving passengers will no longer need to put a passport on the reader.
Leeds Bradford Airport strike October 2026: 16-18 October
Almost 130 Unite members are due to strike from 3am on Friday 16 October to 6am on Sunday 18 October. The airport expects near-normal operations; Unite says flights cannot run.
DVLA over-70 drivers: three-year licence renewal reminder explained
The DVLA has reminded drivers aged 70 and over of their requirement to renew their licence every three years. Here is what the renewal involves and what to do.
Your First Home scheme first-time buyers help: caps may bar families
Savills says Help to Buy-style regional price caps could leave families with no eligible three-bedroom homes. The caps and income limit are due in the Budget on 28 October.
HMRC tax refund: 730,000 went unclaimed, averaging £855
HMRC is checking 45 million PAYE records, and some refunds now have to be requested. Here is how to claim an HMRC tax refund and how long an overpaid tax refund takes.
Chancellor weighs energy bills help for low income households
John Healey is reported to be considering a package worth over £1bn, mostly a bigger Warm Home Discount, as forecasts point to a further rise in the energy price cap in January.
NHS AI Commission recommendations: government accepts all 44
Ministers have accepted all 44 recommendations on regulating artificial intelligence in the health service. Medical bodies welcome the plan but want safety, transparency and staff training to keep pace.
RMT rail strikes October 2026: which trains cancelled at Chiltern
Chiltern says more than 93% of services will run on Saturday 10 and 17 October, but no trains will run between Leamington and Stratford, local reports say.
House prices to earnings ratio: what official data actually shows
Official datasets track UK property affordability down to district level, but the listings reviewed do not contain figures confirming recent claims of an 11-year low in the national ratio.
Energy price cap January 2027 fixed deals: £1bn help reported
The Guardian reports the chancellor is planning £1bn-plus bill help in October's budget, as forecasts of a January cap rise reach £442. Fixed deals still beat the cap.
EES border delays UK travellers: checks are already live
The EU entry exit system is already live, a 6 October 2026 report says, so the October start date in the Mayor's 2024 statement is out of date. Here is what HS1 warned.
Bank of England inflation: what embedded price rises mean in 2026
Persistent price rises make it harder to bring inflation down. This explainer looks at embedded inflation in the UK economy, the latest 2026 figures and the next ONS release on 20 January 2027.
