JD.com Launches JoyBuy in UK to Rival Amazon and Argos
JD.com, China's largest retailer, launches its JoyBuy platform in the UK, offering next-day delivery and a wide product range to compete with major e-commerce players.
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Michael Hayman Elected Chair of British Chambers of Commerce
Michael Hayman, co-founder of Seven Hills, has been unanimously elected as the new chair of the British Chambers of Commerce, succeeding Sarah Howard. He will guide the network's strategic direction for business expansion and international trade.
UK Manufacturing on Fragile Footing Amid Conflict and Costs
Make UK warns that rising oil prices above $100 and energy costs from the Middle East conflict threaten the sector's modest 2026 growth outlook of just under 1%.
UK Contactless Card Limit Lifted from March 19
The Financial Conduct Authority removes the £100 contactless limit, allowing customers to set their own spending caps or opt out entirely. Experts warn about budgeting implications.
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Spain Issues Weather Warnings for UK Tourists in Balearics
The Spanish meteorological agency AEMET has activated yellow and orange weather warnings for strong winds and rough seas across six areas of Majorca and Menorca, impacting UK tourists.
Virgin Holidays Slammed Over Hotel Payment Advice After Iran War
Virgin Holidays faces backlash after advising stranded UK tourists to pay for hotels themselves following flight cancellations due to the Iran war, with the company later apologizing for miscommunication.
Menorca Emergency Plan as UK Tourists Face Danger Alert
Menorca has activated an emergency plan due to a rare red 'extraordinary danger' weather alert, with winds up to 140km/h and waves reaching 14m posing risks to residents and tourists.
DWP £3,000 Youth Job Bonuses for Universal Credit Recipients
The Department for Work and Pensions confirms £3,000 payments to businesses hiring young people on Universal Credit, addressing a 70% rise in health-related joblessness among 16-24 year olds.
Santander Mortgage Rate Increases Hit Birmingham Customers
Santander has raised mortgage rates by up to 0.35%, affecting first-time buyers and remortgagers in Birmingham. Brokers warn of a return to 2022-like market conditions.
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UK Foreign Office Warns Against Travel to 14 Countries
The UK Foreign Office has placed 14 countries on its 'do not travel' list, urging British nationals to avoid or leave these high-risk destinations immediately due to security threats.
Foreign Office Changes Dubai and UAE Travel Advice
The UK Foreign Office has updated its travel guidance for Dubai and the United Arab Emirates, advising against non-essential travel and pausing its flight registration scheme as regional tensions escalate.
India-North England Summit to Boost Trade as New Deal Nears
The India North England Opportunity Summit will celebrate growing business ties and mark a year since the Indian consulate opened in Manchester, urging exporters to seize opportunities under a new trade agreement.
Giffgaff iPhone 17e Deal Beats Sky and Vodafone at 86p Daily
Giffgaff offers Apple's iPhone 17e for £26.64 monthly with 75GB data, beating Sky and Vodafone's prices. The deal includes triple data and works out to roughly 86p per day.
Alton Towers Easter Breaks from £60 with New Attractions
Alton Towers Resort launches Easter breaks from £60 per person, featuring new Bluey the Ride and Hey Duggee hotel rooms. The theme park offers family adventures with CBeebies Land and thrilling coasters like Wicker Man.
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Home Bargains Cuts £160 Off Skincare Set in Online Deal
Home Bargains offers an eight-piece REN Clean Skincare Gift Set for £39.99, saving £160, exclusively online. The bundle includes serums, creams, and accessories for a full routine.
Car Finance Redress: FCA to Announce £8.2 Billion Scheme
The Financial Conduct Authority will unveil its final rules for a major car finance redress scheme in late March, potentially paying out £8.2 billion to millions of drivers.
UK Contactless Card Limits Scrapped from Thursday
The Financial Conduct Authority has announced a major change to contactless payment rules, allowing banks to set their own transaction limits from March 19.
US Delicatessen Booms in Cotswolds Catering to American Expats
D'Ambrosi Fine Foods in Stow-on-the-Wold is flourishing by stocking American products like Hershey's bars and Goldfish crackers for wealthy US expats and celebrities relocating to the Cotswolds region.
UK Tourists Warned to Make Contingency Plans for Iraq Travel
The Foreign Office has updated travel advice for Iraq, warning UK tourists to prepare contingency plans amid security threats including drone attacks and anti-Western sentiment.
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Majorca Hit by Rare March Snowfall, More Possible
Majorca has been struck by its heaviest snowfall of the winter, a rare event for March. Snow fell from 800 meters upwards, with further snowfall not ruled out for Sunday, according to Spain's AEMET weather agency.
Chester Zoo Leads Push to Reform Weather App Icons
Chester Zoo is spearheading a campaign to change how weather forecasts are displayed on mobile apps, warning that misleading rain icons cost UK attractions millions in lost revenue.
UK Retailers Urge Returns for Cheesecakes, Crackers, Air Fryers
Asda, Argos, Sainsbury's, Lidl, Tesco, and Farmfoods are recalling products due to allergy risks and fire hazards. Trading Standards and the Food Standards Agency have issued warnings.
Spain's 'Radical' Plan Puts 3 UK Tourist Resorts at Risk
UK tourists visiting Spain's Costa del Sol are warned as three popular resorts face severe beach erosion, with experts proposing controversial retreat measures.
Canary Islands Issue Rare Solar Eclipse Alert for UK Tourists
UK tourists and expats in Tenerife and Lanzarote are being told to prepare for a rare sequence of three solar eclipses visible from the Canary Islands between 2026 and 2028.
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Unprecedented Storms Threaten Tenerife and Lanzarote Holidays
UK tourists face holiday disruptions as the Canary Islands experience record-breaking winter storms linked to climate change, with rainfall far exceeding normal levels.
4,000 UK Tourists Caught in Spain's New Entry System Trap
More than 4,000 British travellers have been flagged for overstaying in Spain under the new EES biometric tracking system, with experts warning about common misconceptions of the 90/180-day rule.
Spain Restaurants Crack Down on UK Tourist No-Shows
Spanish restaurants are implementing strict measures like bank guarantees and card prepayments to combat no-show bookings from UK tourists, which have caused significant financial losses in the hospitality sector.
Martin Lewis Warns on Family Gifts and Inheritance Tax
Money-saving expert Martin Lewis has highlighted critical inheritance tax rules for family gifts, including the £3,000 annual allowance and seven-year exemption period, urging proper documentation.
Paternity Leave Day One Right Starts April 2026 in UK
From April 6, 2026, paternity leave in the UK will be a day one right for all workers, removing the 26-week eligibility rule under new Labour government laws.
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IKEA's £99 Peach MALM Chest Draws 'Peachy Perfection' Praise
IKEA releases a limited-edition light orange MALM chest of drawers priced at £99, with shoppers praising its trendy color and sturdy design in five-star reviews.
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