London cuts affordable housing requirement to 20%
Deputy Mayor admits GLA 'never wanted' to slash developer affordability rules from 35% to 20%, citing a 'perfect storm' of economic challenges. Discover the details of the emergency deal.
Deputy Mayor admits GLA 'never wanted' to slash developer affordability rules from 35% to 20%, citing a 'perfect storm' of economic challenges. Discover the details of the emergency deal.
A secretive 'wild west' of high-stakes gambling sees betting accounts traded for huge sums. A court case involving a Nigel Farage associate and Brighton FC owner Tony Bloom reveals the tactics used to outwit bookmakers.
UK small businesses are missing out on thousands in interest from their banks. Discover how switching to a challenger bank could boost your returns and earn cashback.
A new study reveals UK arable farmers face over £800m in losses after the hottest spring and summer on record devastated harvests. Discover the impact on food security and calls for urgent support.
A new digital business account from Allica Bank offers high interest on idle cash and cashback, potentially earning firms £10,000 a year. Discover how to boost your bottom line effortlessly.
London's iconic Trafalgar Square Christmas tree now has a witty X account, delighting followers with festive jokes. Discover the story behind this quirky tradition and its 2025 switch-on date.
Argos reports a £223.2m pre-tax loss for the year, with over 2,000 jobs axed. The retailer blames a tough market and poor summer weather. Read the full analysis.
Discover why 73% of Brits have under £500 saved and how to build a proper emergency fund covering 3-6 months of essential costs. Expert tips for financial security.
UK gambling firms made £12.6bn in a year, with online casino winnings up 15%. Calls grow for tax rises on the industry ahead of the budget. Read the full analysis.
Australian households now spend 45% of income on mortgages, up from 26% in 2020 as home values surge 50%. Essential reading for property market insights.
New data reveals over 341,000 London households are on the social housing wait list. Shelter blames government failure to build affordable homes. Discover the full story.
Millions of Brits are losing money by keeping excessive funds in current accounts. Experts reveal the ideal amount to maintain and how to protect your savings from inflation.
England's housebuilding crisis worsens as developers face 'jaws of death' between rising costs and stagnant prices. Can the government's 1.5 million homes target be saved?
Transport for London reveals a £66 million profit from Congestion and tunnel charges this summer. Discover the figures and what it means for London's drivers.
Residents of College Green in Croydon report years of neglect, including effluent leaks and no heating. The council has now promised a proper repair programme. Read their stories.
England's housebuilding slumps to a 9-year low as developers warn of a 'perfect storm' of rising costs and regulations. Can the government's 'Build, baby, build' ambition survive?
Explore the economic impact of climate inaction, Nathan Lyon's Ashes dominance, WNBA revenue sharing, and global emissions data in this fortnight's edition of The Crunch.
Plans to transform Crowlands Heath Golf Course in Dagenham into a 1,300-home neighbourhood with 60% social rent progress. Could this tackle the borough's housing crisis?
Sadiq Khan urged to investigate claims GLA officials told developers to dig trenches to artificially boost affordable housing start numbers. Read the full story.
England's potential Ashes victory in Australia could trigger a major commercial windfall for the ECB, with fanbase growing 27% since the Bazball revolution began. Read more.
Outsourcing giant Mitie reports a 10.4% revenue surge to £2.7bn, driven by a shoplifting 'epidemic' boosting security services and soaring AI data centre projects. Discover the key figures.
MHA reports impressive 13% revenue growth to £56.1m following its London stock market debut. Discover how the accounting firm plans to expand its private equity and international services.
Greenwich Council approves 75 additional homes in Woolwich development. Local Sikh temple raises fire safety and noise complaint fears. Read the latest community impact analysis.
The WNBA's latest CBA proposal offers a maximum salary exceeding $1.1 million and revenue sharing. Players seek a revolutionary deal before the 30 November deadline.
Meta starts notifying Australian teens under 16 that their Facebook, Instagram and Threads accounts will be deactivated by December 10. Affected users can download content or return at 16.
Plans for a new town with 21,000 homes on protected Green Belt land in North London's Enfield face staunch opposition from locals and conservation groups. Discover the debate.
Plans to convert the former Catford Police Station into 63 affordable homes have been recommended for approval. The development promises social rent and intermediate rent flats in Lewisham.
A North London family endured rats, leaks and mould as Harrow Council 'did not investigate' for 12 months, causing health issues. Discover the Housing Ombudsman's findings.
A disabled woman in Wandsworth says she feels trapped in her home as her visitors receive parking tickets, preventing her from going out. Her landlord is reviewing the situation.
Traditional banks short-change UK SMEs on savings rates, costing small firms billions annually. Allica Bank offers solution with 4.08% interest and cashback.