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- New pay-per-mile tax for electric vehicle owners
[4 hours old]: Drivers of electric cars will pay a road charge of 3p per mile, while plug-in hybrid drivers will pay 1.5p per mile from April 2028.
- Electric vehicle owners to face pay-per-mile tax
[4 hours old]: Drivers of electric cars will pay a road charge of 3p per mile, while plug-in hybrid drivers will pay 1.5p per mile from April 2028.
. Heathrow's plan for longer third runway chosen by government
[30 hours old]: Under the selected plan, the runway would be up to 3.5km long and require a new road tunnel under the airport.
. The entrepreneur connecting tourists to African hospitality
[46 hours old]: TripZapp founder Rory Okoli wants to make it simple for tourists to book and pay for African travel.
. 'This is the big one' - tech firms bet on electrifying rail
[646 hours old]: Railway operators have new options for electric trains including getting rid of locomotives altogether.
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Millions to pay more in tax as Reeves says Budget is tackling cost of living [2 hours old]: The chancellor says she is "asking ordinary people to pay a little bit more" as she extends the freeze on income tax bands.
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Faisal Islam: The real reason Reeves is making you pay more tax [4 hours old]: This is about buying breathing space, politically and economically. The two factors are now inseparable.
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Isas, cars and pensions: How the Budget affects you [8 hours old]: The Budget delivered by Chancellor Rachel Reeves will affect you and your finances. Here's how.
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Key measures from this year's Budget at-a-glance [3 hours old]: Changes to tax, pensions and welfare - here’s what you need to know from Rachel Reevesher second Budget.
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We make £100,000. The cut to cash Isa limit is a big blow [2 hours old]: BBC News hears from people with a range of incomes about what they think of the Budget.
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How the chancellor just took a chunk out of your future pay [5 hours old]: The point at which you start to pay tax, and the point where you tip into paying a higher rate of tax have been frozen for three more years.
* 'I am devastated': Hong Kong residents in disbelief after fire destroys blocks of flats [0 hours old]: Efforts to control the blaze are continuing as locals wait for news of missing loved ones.
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Former Royal Marine pleads guilty to Liverpool parade crash that injured more than 130 [8 hours old]: Paul Doyle broke down in tears as he admitted seriously injuring fans at Liverpool's victory parade.
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Several arrests at Westminster farmers' protest over inheritance tax plans [5 hours old]: The tractors drove to Parliament on Budget day in a protest over inheritance tax.
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England's Abby Dow on retiring at 28 - from World Cup winner to mechanical engineer [10 hours old]: England's World Cup-winning wing Abby Dow announces her retirement from rugby at the age of 28 in order to focus on a career in mechanical engineering.
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Where peace stands in Ukraine after frantic diplomacy [7 hours old]: The Trump administration seems serious about reaching a deal despite all the apparent chaos around its efforts.
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Mystery over flood disaster leader's missing hour in Spanish car park [6 hours old]: The former leader of Valencia region, Carlos Mazón, comes under fresh scrutiny over his actions on the day of the flood.
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Terror group Palestine Action like the suffragettes, court hears [4 hours old]: Lawyers for the group say the government's ban is unprecedented, as they launch a legal challenge.
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Now not the time to replace BBC chair, says committee head [4 hours old]: Dame Caroline Dinenage says she advises against any further large-scale changes at the top of the BBC.
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All you need to know about season five of Stranger Things [11 hours old]: The first four episodes of the new series are set to be released in the UK on Thursday.
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Extra time for peers to debate assisted dying [1 hours old]: The assisted dying bill is allocated further sessions after a record number of amendments in the House of Lords.
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Budget watchdog apologises for leak before chancellor's statement [6 hours old]: Details of the Budget are supposed to be kept under wraps until the chancellor announces them to MPs.
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Reeves unveils £820m funding to support jobless young people [4 hours old]: The funding will help guarantee paid work placements for 18 to 21-year-olds "not earning or learning", the Chancellor says.
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Owners of properties worth more than £2m in England face 'mansion tax' [1 hours old]: The surcharge begins at £2,500, rising to £7,500 for properties valued at more than £5m.
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Two-child benefit cap to be scrapped [5 hours old]: The policy, introduced under the Tories, means parents can only claim universal credit for their first two children.
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How Rosalía's new album got us talking about classical music [9 hours old]: The singer's latest, Lux, has got us talking about classical music. Its popularity might surprise you.
* Hong Kong reels from most severe fire in over a decade - what we know so far [0 hours old]: The death toll continues to rise and hundreds are missing, as firefighters struggle to put out the fire.
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Why has Fifa suspended Ronaldo's red card ban for World Cup? [6 hours old]: Has Fifa given Cristiano Ronaldo special treatment to get the star player to the 2026 World Cup finals, or have we seen this happen before?
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They told me to choose between my hijab and boxing [14 hours old]: How Germany's Zeina Nassar - who makes her pro debut on Wednesday - rewrote boxing's rules about fighting in a hijab.
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Scottish fashion designer Pam Hogg dies [5 hours old]: She was known for eccentric and outlandish designs, worn by stars like Lady Gaga and Kylie Minogue.
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Army halts use of Ajax vehicles after soldiers left vomiting [11 hours old]: The UK government previously said they were ready for deployment with interest from Nato allies.
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Georgia judge dismisses 2020 election interference case against Trump [2 hours old]: The state charges were the last remaining criminal case against the US president stemming from the 2020 election.
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Drug users could smoke cocaine in Glasgow consumption room under proposals [7 hours old]: The Thistle currently lets people inject heroin or cocaine while under medical supervision without being prosecuted, but does not have a smoking room.
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US hikes national park fees for foreigners to put 'American families first' [7 hours old]: Non-residents will soon have to pay 0 per person to enter 11 of the United States' most popular parks.
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Man jailed for coercive control of partner in caravan [3 hours old]: Antonio Villafane charmed Sally Ann Norman before subjecting her to seven years of violent abuse.
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Spacey set to face civil sex assault claims in court in 2026 [4 hours old]: Three men have sued the Oscar-winning actor, alleging that he assaulted them between 2000 and 2013.
* Van Dijk gives away penalty as PSV take lead at Anfield [0 hours old]: Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk concedes a penalty after handling the ball and Ivan Perisic scores the resulting penalty to give PSV the lead at Anfield.
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Newey to become Aston Martin team principal in 2026 [4 hours old]: Formula 1 design legend Adrian Newey is to become Aston Martin's team principal next year.
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UK growth forecasts lowered from next year [5 hours old]: Downgrades to productivity means the economy is set to grow at an annual rate of 1.5% on average over the next five years.
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Budget 2025: Key points at a glance [3 hours old]: Changes to tax, pensions and welfare - here’s what you need to know from Rachel Reevesher second Budget.
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Salary sacrifice tax break cut on workplace pensions [3 hours old]: Some pension savers face a hit to the amount of money they can put into their pension without paying national insurance.
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Properties worth more than £2m in England face new tax [1 hours old]: The surcharge begins at £2,500, rising to £7,500 for properties valued at more than £5m.
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'We make £100,000. The cut to cash Isa limit is a big blow' [2 hours old]: BBC News hears from people with a range of incomes about what they think of the Budget.
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Warner settles lawsuit with AI music firm and launches joint venture [15 hours old]: The label is going into business with tech start-up Suno after settling a lawsuit against the company.
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More North Sea drilling to be allowed in new Labour plan [12 hours old]: The chancellor will unveil the North Sea Strategy in her Budget speech, the BBC understands.
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Pay-per-mile tax could 'hinder' EV switch [4 hours old]: Electric vehicle drivers will soon face a pay-per-mile tax as 2030 deadline to phase out petrol and diesel cars looms.
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Child benefit change will create a 'little buffer' [5 hours old]: Mum-of-three Lucy Burns says removing the cap is going to "make a huge difference to my household".
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Why the Budget means many will pay more tax [7 hours old]: The levels at which people have to start paying tax will stay frozen for another three years.
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How to avoid scams when shopping online [7 hours old]: Camilla Smythe from the Cyber Defence Alliance gives her tips for shopping online.
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Watch: 'Mind-blowing' - BBC correspondents react as OBR releases Budget details early [9 hours old]: In the lead up to the Chancellor delivering her Budget, the Office for Budget Responsibility published their report early in error.
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Why am I taxed and what is it spent on? [12 hours old]: The BBC's Ben Chu looks at how much the UK government gets in tax and where those taxes are spent.
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When does winter start? [35 hours old]: Are you wondering when winter officially begins? BBC Weather's Stav Danaos can fill you in.
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BBC News app [5048 hours old]: Top stories, breaking news, live reporting, and follow news topics that match your interests
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The Budget: What To Watch Out For [27 hours old]: More details emerge ahead of the budget about tax rises and increases to minimum wage.
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Americanswers… on 5 Live! What’s really going on with Trump’s peace plan for Ukraine? [51 hours old]: The US president has urged Zelensky to accept a controversial ceasefire deal
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Some of music history’s most shocking stories revealed [1441 hours old]: The untold stories behind the most controversial music of the 1980s
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Over 21s to get £12.71 an hour in minimum wage rise [27 hours old]: The move has been welcomed, but some experts say it will not cover the current cost of living.
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'This is the first year I can't find a holiday job' [16 hours old]: Seasonal hiring is poised to drop to its lowest level since 2008, a sign of caution among US businesses in the face of tariffs and consumer angst.
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How much are minimum wages set to rise? [28 hours old]: Three and a half million low-paid workers across the UK benefit from minimum wage rates.
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Milkshakes and lattes to face sugar tax in UK [31 hours old]: The tax on sugary drinks is being extended to include pre-packaged milk-based drinks.
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Help to Save scheme to be offered to more people [30 hours old]: The government gives a 50% bonus after two and four years, to encourage those on low incomes to save.
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Has Britain's budget watchdog become too all-powerful? [46 hours old]: Ahead of this week's Budget, some have accused the Office for Budget Responsibility of being a "straitjacket on growth"
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Rachel Reeves will be hoping this Budget buys her some time [28 hours old]: Deep unpopularity in the country and jittery Labour MPs is the prism through which both the countdown to this Budget and its aftermath should be seen.
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Cryptology firm cancels elections after losing encryption key [34 hours old]: The International Association for Cryptologic Research - created to study secure communication - said it was an "honest human mistake."
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What is an Isa and how might the rules change? [36 hours old]: Chancellor Rachel Reeves is reportedly planning to alter Isa rules, but what are they and how do they work?
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Reeves urges Labour MPs to unite behind the Budget [34 hours old]: The chancellor tries to calm nerves in the Parliamentary Labour Party about her tax and spending plans.
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How to make sure you're getting a good deal on Black Friday [35 hours old]: Discounts often aren't the cheapest prices, but here's how to make sure you're getting a good deal.
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Scammers hacked her phone and stole thousands - so how did they get her details? [41 hours old]: Sue Shore told the BBC how scammers targeted her - and we found her information had been leaked online.
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Machu Picchu hit by a row over tourist buses [70 hours old]: Protests have taken place over the coaches that take visitors up to the world heritage site in Peru.
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The 'toughest crop': Can tech help cardamom farmers? [142 hours old]: Sensitive to the weather and soil cardamom is difficult to cultivate - can tech help?
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From florist to drone maker: How the weapon became so mainstream [288 hours old]: With drones centre stage in Ukraine, military firms around the globe are ramping up their production.
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Will AI mean better adverts or 'creepy slop'? [199 hours old]: Advertisers are using AI to personalise adverts but not everyone agrees that's a good idea.
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The Kenyan start-up aiming to electrify African transport [382 hours old]: From fleets of e-bikes to individual riders, eWaka aims to sell across Africa's delivery market.
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Fire-blocking chemicals promise safer buildings [478 hours old]: New treatments promise to make buildings fire-resistant without using older, toxic chemicals.
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Will quantum be bigger than AI? [502 hours old]: The highly complex technology is increasingly being tipped to transform computing.
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The start-up creating science kits for young Africans [550 hours old]: Stemaide's goal is to bring tech skills to young Africans and prepare them for future jobs.
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Businesses are running out of pennies in the US [624 hours old]: Find a penny, pick it up, then what? Now the US has stopped making pennies, a shortage has emerged and created confusion.
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The US bet big with Argentina bailout - is it paying off? [646 hours old]: US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has called the Argentine peso "undervalued". But not many people agree.
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Should K-beauty products have to come from South Korea? [670 hours old]: Sales of Korean skincare treatments continue to soar, but some are now made by overseas companies.
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The curious case of why Poundland is struggling during a cost-of-living crisis [134 hours old]: Why - in an age where so many of us are feeling the financial pinch - are some budget shops on UK high streets having such a tough time?
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The £5.30 orange juice that tells the story of why supermarket prices are sky high [855 hours old]: Butter, chocolate, coffee and milk have all seen prices rocket. Tracing back through the story of one particular supermarket staple begins to explain why
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How Milei's 'Thatcherite' economics divided his nation - but won over Trump [1042 hours old]: Ahead of Milei's visit to the White House - amid protests and anger on the streets back at home - Ione Wells unravels the paradox that Argentina's president has created
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Trump's state visit is mired with potential pitfalls despite careful planning [1727 hours old]: Months of preparations have gone into this state visit - but the Lord Mandelson question is not the only concern troubling insiders.
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What's at stake for Reeves's Budget? [27 hours old]: Editors Chris Mason and Faisal Islam discuss what's at stake in the 2025 Autumn Budget.