Royal Mail losing 400 postal workers a week, says union

BBC - Oct 13, 2026

The CWU says more posties are leaving since a new delivery system was brought in, that it claims is not working in hundreds of offices.

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Car finance compensation payments delayed until next year

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Poundland in rescue talks as owners seek buyer

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Three things we've learnt about the UK economy from the IMF

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The influential economics body has upgraded its UK growth forecast for this year, but risks remain.

BA flight forced to turn back over cracked window

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British Airways said the plane landed safely at Gatwick and passengers were due to resume their journey.

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UK growth forecast upgraded but higher energy prices to hit economy next year

Oct 13, 2026

UK growth forecast upgraded but higher energy prices to hit economy next year

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Phase Eight and Hobbs owner hit by cyber-attack, as H&M probes separate hack claim

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Hillary Clinton Steps to the Podcast Mic as Midterms Approach

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