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Barclays Targets £2bn Cost Cuts as Boss Touts AI in Next Phase of Turnaround

Barclays chief executive C.S. Venkatakrishnan has outlined plans to use artificial intelligence as a key driver of the bank’s next phase of transformation, as he targets around £2 billion in cost savings over the next three years. Speaking on Tuesday, Venkatakrishnan widely known as Venkat said the bank also plans to return more than £15 […]

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NatWest Scraps £2bn Buyback Plan to Fund £2.7bn Evelyn Partners Deal

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NatWest has shelved plans to spend around £2 billion on share buybacks over the next 18 months, opting instead to channel its capital into a £2.7 billion cash acquisition of wealth manager Evelyn Partners. The decision rattled investors, sending shares in Britain’s fourth-largest bank down 6 per cent on Monday to 620p, wiping more than

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Global Race for Grammar School Places Intensifies Across England

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Families are increasingly applying to England’s grammar schools from hundreds and even thousands of miles away, highlighting the intense competition for places at some of the country’s most selective state schools. In several cases, there are more than 30 applicants for every available place. Tutor agencies report that preparation for entrance exams now begins as

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New Met Office System Promises Fewer Weather Forecast Surprises

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After weeks of relentless rain, many people have learnt it is safer to carry an umbrella than trust a “dry” forecast. But as Britain’s famously unpredictable weather settles back into its usual patterns, the Met Office says help is on the way. The national forecaster has rolled out its most significant upgrade in more than

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Netflix Receives Nearly £130m in UK Tax Breaks for Bridgerton

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Netflix has received almost £130 million in UK government tax breaks for producing four series of its hit period drama Bridgerton in Britain, according to an analysis of the streaming giant’s accounts. The figures show that by the end of 2024 Netflix had spent £509 million on the production of the series. Through the government’s

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BBC to Launch Daily Puzzle Games in Challenge to Wordle

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The BBC is planning to launch a new range of daily puzzles and casual games this year, including a title positioned as a rival to the hugely popular word game Wordle. The initiative will mark the first time the corporation has introduced a dedicated games section, featuring what it describes as “simple to learn yet

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Britain Lags Europe in Alzheimer’s Testing as Families Face Years Without Answers

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Britain is lagging behind much of Europe in accurately diagnosing Alzheimer’s disease, leaving thousands of patients unable to access new treatments that can slow the progression of the condition. A new generation of Alzheimer’s drugs has been shown to delay cognitive decline, but they can only be prescribed to patients in the early stages of

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Open Justice Fears as Government Moves to Erase Court Data Archive

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The Ministry of Justice has ordered the deletion of a large archive of court records used by journalists to monitor the justice system, prompting serious concerns about transparency and open justice. Courtsdesk, a data analysis company that supports media organisations and campaigners, has been instructed to delete its entire archive after the government issued a

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Majority of UK Care Home Residents Now Self-Fund Amid Funding Gaps

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Paying privately for a care home has become the norm for families across the UK, with new data showing that most people seeking care now expect to fund it themselves rather than rely on public support. Fresh analysis from carehome.co.uk found that 62 per cent of people enquiring about care anticipate paying privately, despite the

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Care Show London 2026 Returns to Excel London on 29–30 April

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Care Show London 2026 is set to open its doors for the third consecutive year at Excel London on 29–30 April, welcoming the entire social care community. Matthew Moore, Show Manager, highlights what attendees can expect, including expert-led sessions, key speakers, and essential networking opportunities. Key Themes and Objectives Care Show London is the central

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