Construction sector shrinks at fastest pace since pandemic, survey suggests

Residents in two tower blocks have reported a dramatic increase in their energy bills, which have reportedly quadrupled overnight after previously being subsidized. This sudden rise has left many pensioners struggling to cope with the financial burden.

Ofgem has announced a significant £28 billion investment in the energy grid, which is expected to increase household energy bills. This investment aims to reduce reliance on imported gas and ultimately lower wholesale energy costs.

Liverpool Street has been named the UK's busiest station once again, with approximately 98 million passengers recorded entering and exiting the station until the end of March, according to the regulator.

AVS Group Ltd, the operator of a pornographic website, has been fined £1 million for failing to implement age verification checks and has not responded to communications from Ofcom since July. The lack of engagement with the regulator raises concerns about compliance with legal requirements aimed at protecting minors online.

An investigation into pre-Budget leaks has been initiated, as Chancellor Rachel Reeves expressed her full support for a review of security processes leading up to the Budget announcement. This comes after significant market reactions to early disclosures of key budget measures.

Customers in Britain will see an increase in their energy bills due to investments in the country's energy networks, although they may benefit from savings from other changes. This adjustment reflects ongoing efforts to modernize and enhance energy infrastructure.

Editor’s Note: This change in energy prices is important as it affects household budgets and overall energy affordability. Understanding these adjustments helps consumers plan their expenses better.

A court has ruled in favor of Adidas in an appeal concerning its collaboration with rapper Kanye West, amid accusations from investors that the company misled them as its relationship with West began to deteriorate.

Ads for Nike, Superdry, and Lacoste have been banned in the UK by the Advertising Standards Authority due to misleading claims about the environmental sustainability of their products. The companies were found to have used terms like 'sustainable' in their advertisements without substantiating these claims, leading to consumer deception.