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TGI Fridays UK closures put 500 jobs at risk

TGI Fridays enters administration, closing 49 UK restaurants. 500 staff face redundancy due to 'insurmountable' economic pressures. Read the full story and list of closures.

Newport tech consultancy creating 50 new jobs

Fast-growing Newport tech consultancy de Novo Solutions announces plans to create 50 new roles by 2030, expanding its graduate apprenticeship scheme and boosting the Welsh economy.

CMA Investigates ABF's Hovis Takeover

The UK's competition watchdog has launched a formal investigation into Associated British Foods' purchase of Hovis. The outcome could reshape the British bread market. Read the full details.

Martin Lewis: 3 Hidden Amazon Areas for Big Savings

Money-saving expert Martin Lewis has unveiled three lesser-known Amazon departments where shoppers can find discounts of up to 50% on tech, toys, and more. Learn his key strategies to verify real bargains.

Christmas Trading: A £91bn Test for UK Economy

The festive period is a crucial economic stress test, with UK retail sales forecast to hit £91bn. Discover how Christmas spending impacts jobs, businesses, and high streets across the nation.

Expert's Top 10 Tech Gadgets of 2025 Revealed

Consumer tech expert Gareth Butterfield unveils his favourite gadgets of 2025, from groundbreaking solar systems to surprise folding phones and AI-powered gear. Discover the year's top innovations.

Manchester's IPEC acquired by global giant ABB

Stockport's IPEC, a University of Manchester spinout, is set for global expansion after its acquisition by electrification leader ABB. The deal will boost predictive maintenance tech for critical industries.

Garmin Venu 4 vs Fitbit: Which Smartwatch Wins?

After weeks of testing, we pit the Garmin Venu 4 against a Fitbit to settle the ultimate smartwatch rivalry. Discover the surprising verdict on features, battery life, and value for money.

Amazon's Veeqo opens new global HQ in Swansea

Amazon-owned tech firm Veeqo has launched its new global headquarters in Swansea's 71/72 Kingsway, marking a £150m+ investment and tripling its workforce to over 200. Discover how this Welsh success story is driving growth.

DWP's new anti-fraud powers to save £1.5bn

The DWP unveils a major crackdown on benefit fraud with new data powers to prevent overpayments and recover billions. Discover the new 'no hiding place' measures.

Public pension bill hits £200k per UK household

Analysis reveals the UK's unfunded public sector pension liability has surged to £5.8 trillion, burdening each household with £203,000. Experts warn of an intergenerational betrayal. Read the full report.

Wetherspoon's caps breakfast price rise at 20p

JD Wetherspoon's boss Sir Tim Martin vows a maximum 20p increase for its breakfast next year, despite soaring sector costs. Discover how hospitality faces inflation pressures.

Kids' Christmas Tablet 57% Off at Amazon

The Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids tablet is now just £64.99 for Black Friday, saving 57%. Includes a one-year Amazon Kids+ subscription and durable case. Perfect Christmas gift.

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