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Northern mayors announce the Great North Investment Summit in Leeds for May 2026, aiming to attract global investors and add over £100bn to the UK economy. A landmark event for the region's future.
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Inquest into Hayley Dowell's death after cosmetic surgery in Istanbul is postponed. The coroner raises concerns over Brits seeking elective procedures abroad.
Liverpool's £2 overnight visitor charge will proceed after the government rejected a legal challenge. The levy, expected to generate millions, will boost the city's visitor economy.
English mayors including Sadiq Khan and Andy Burnham gain powers to impose a tourist tax on hotel stays to fund local projects, despite hospitality sector opposition.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers the Autumn Budget 2025. Get the latest on tax changes, minimum wage increases, and cost of living measures affecting millions across the UK.
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