Investigation into pre-Budget leaks is under way, MPs told

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.

Airbus has announced that it will inspect a limited number of A320 aircraft due to a newly identified quality issue with the metal panels on the planes' exterior. This announcement follows a recent grounding of approximately 6,000 A320-family aircraft for urgent software updates related to critical vulnerabilities that could be affected by intense solar radiation.

Thames Water has reported a return to profitability, primarily driven by increased water bills, which has provided the company with sufficient cash flow to sustain operations into the first quarter of next year. This financial turnaround comes after a challenging period marked by significant scrutiny and rising debt levels.

Cars in the UK and across Europe are increasingly becoming longer, wider, and heavier, a trend referred to as 'carspreading.' This development has raised concerns among various stakeholders regarding its implications for urban planning and environmental sustainability.

The food bank in the West Midlands is preparing for another challenging winter as demand for its services continues to rise, prompting a call for increased donations to support those in need. Recent statistics indicate a significant uptick in individuals seeking assistance, reflecting broader economic struggles in the region.

The UK government has incurred a £100 million bill in its response to the Covid inquiry, which is 50% higher than previously estimated, with the inquiry's total costs reaching £192 million according to BBC analysis.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has faced a rebellion from rural Labour MPs regarding inheritance tax on farmers, marking another setback in her budget strategy. This dissent comes as she attempts to implement a £26 billion tax increase aimed at addressing the UK's cost of living crisis.

Richard Hughes has resigned as the chair of the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) amid growing concerns over budget leaks, particularly the premature release of Rachel Reeves's budget details. This resignation may alleviate some pressure on Reeves as she prepares for her upcoming budget presentation.