UK loosens Russian oil sanctions as fuel prices rise
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Self-swab DNA test kit adverts banned over misleading claims
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UK should set maximum working temperature rules, advisers say
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Young drivers targeted by ‘ghost brokers’ selling fake car insurance online
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Supermarkets urged to limit food prices by government
5 hours agoSimon Jack,Business editorandEmma Simpson,Business correspondentGetty ImagesUK supermarkets are being urged by the government to limit food prices in return for easing regulations, the BBC understands.It is thought the…
Google to release first smart glasses since Google Glass flop
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Faisal Islam: Why a full HS2 line could still be built
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NS&I to begin contacting victims of lost funds scandal
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Son of Mango boss Isak Andic arrested over father’s fatal fall from cliff
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Petrol hits highest price since start of Iran war
13 hours agoOliver SmithBusiness reporterMaskot/Getty ImagesThe average price of unleaded petrol has risen to 158.52p a litre, its highest level since the start of the Iran war, according to the…