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Chancellor pumps billions into economy to combat coronavirus
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Summary of Budget 2020: Key points
Chancellor Rishi Sunak has delivered his first Budget in the House of Commons, announcing the government’s tax and spending plans for the year ahead. Here […]
Smart motorways plan aims to boost
The government says it wants to “raise the bar” on smart motorway safety, following criticism of the scheme. Under the plan, opening motorway hard shoulders […]
Eurozone bank tries to ease coronavirus
The European Central Bank (ECB) has announced steps to tackle the economic impact of the coronavirus outbreak. It is offering cheap loans to commercial banks […]
Budget virus plan ‘substantial’ but
The Budget measures to tackle the coronavirus are substantial, but limited, according to the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS).The IFS gave its assessment the day […]
Pandemic crashes global stock markets
It’s a rout on global stock markets, not far off crash territory. That follows the travel ban speech from US President Donald Trump that triggered […]
digital future for Bank of England banknotes?
The Bank of England is considering the introduction of electronic banknotes for use by consumers and businesses. Governor Mark Carney said: “We are in the […]
Europe’s share markets rise as global
European stock indexes are recovering some ground after huge falls on Thursday. Markets have seen volatile trading as investors weigh the effect of the coronavirus […]
Coronavirus: Europe ramps up support
European authorities are increasing efforts to try to stave off the economic effects of coronavirus. The European Union (EU) will put a package of measures […]