Biz update

The last shares have been sold from the RBS bailout during the financial crisis. But, with banks facing fresh risks today, has enough changed?

China hits back after Trump claims it is 'violating' tariff truce

The remarks from both sides raise concerns that a trade war could erupt again between the two largest economies.

Millionaires shouldn't get winter fuel cash, minister says

Darren Jones says the pension top-up should only be "targeted to those that need it the most".

Plans for banking hub to open in church building

Cash Access UK wants to convert an "underused office" away from Crowthorne Baptist Church itself.

Trump tariffs can stay in place for now, appeals court rules

The president's signature import taxes win a legal reprieve, as the White House rails against "activist judges".

The impact of Trump tariffs ruling – in numbers

BBC Verify examines what the latest development means for US and global trade.

US green energy firms brace for federal funding cuts

Billions of dollars of US federal funding for green energy projects hangs in the balance.

Customers furious after Game cancels Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders

Affected customers - who have waited years for the console launch - have reacted with fury.

Haribo recalls bags of sweets in Netherlands after cannabis found

The confectionary company says it is working with the police after several people report feeling ill.

UK car making plunges to lowest for over 70 years as Trump tariffs hit

The number of new vehicles made in the UK was the lowest figure for April - outside the pandemic - since 1952.

Nvidia revenues surge despite tariff uncertainty

Nvidia's share price rose by more than 5% in pre-market trading on Thursday after it beat Wall Street expectations.

Reeves outlines plan for £25bn pension 'megafunds'

The government says its overhaul of retirement savings will boost growth and pension pots.

Can farmers still 'go green' without grants?

One family says the public is willing to pay more for beef produced on traditional pastures.

Free yoga sessions held for people in north Devon

A community group in north Devon is hoping to get people active and improve their mental well-being.

Mum blogger's tips for half term trips on a budget

With the cost of living affecting many families' finances, one parent shares her ideas for days out.

Elon Musk leaves White House but says Doge will continue

Musk's exit comes after he criticised the legislative centrepiece of the president's agenda.

Planning change to make installing heat pump easier for millions

The rule requiring planning permission if a heat pump is within 1m of a neighbours property has been removed.

Chile's salmon farms hope for calmer waters

Chilean salmon producers are being criticised for operating in some of the country's national parks.

Hailey Bieber's make-up brand sold to e.l.f.

Buyer e.l.f. Beauty calls it a "beautiful brand that we believe is ready for rocketship growth".

Hailey Bieber's make-up brand sold to e.l.f.

Buyer e.l.f. Beauty calls it a "beautiful brand that we believe is ready for rocketship growth".

Trump blasts 'nasty' chicken gibe about his tariff reversals

The president was not pleased with an acronym, standing for "Trump Always Chickens Out", reportedly coined on Wall Street.

Thames Water hit with biggest ever penalty over sewage and dividend breaches

Thames Water must pay a £104.5m penalty for sewage breaches and £18.2m relating to shareholder dividends.

Thousands to get payouts over forced prepayment meter fitting

More than £70m is being paid to customers who were forced to switch to prepaying for energy.

Banks urged not to 'label' people with low credit scores

Tiffany Bramley was rejected for a loan to re-start her business after missing payments when her daughter died.

'We make more money from weddings now than farming'

From falconry and helicopter rides to spas and solar farms, three quarters of farmers now have a side hustle.

'We make more money from weddings now than farming'

From falconry and helicopter rides to spas and solar farms, three quarters of farmers now have a side hustle.

IMF raises UK growth forecast as it warns on tax and spending

In its annual health-check for the UK economy, the IMF predicted growth of 1.2%, a marginal upgrade to its previous forecast.

Beef drives food inflation to highest in a year

The British Retail Consortium says the annual rate of food price rises hit 2.8% in May.

KFC to create 7,000 jobs to fend off rivals Wingstop and Popeyes

The fried chicken firm will invest nearly £1.5bn over five years as rivals step up expansion.

Older Londoners 'losing sleep over money worries'

Age UK London said the withdrawal of the winter fuel payment had caused extra hardship for some.

Frugal tech: The start-ups working on cheap innovation

May 26, 2025

Indian start-ups are using local materials and innovative ideas to make useful and affordable products.

Winemakers finding Trump's tariffs hard to swallow

Wine producers in both France and the US are unhappy at the US president's trade actions.

Rate 'rigging' traders say they were scapegoated - now the Supreme Court will decide

Tom Hayes and Carlo Palombo were among 37 City traders prosecuted for "manipulating" interest rate benchmarks.

Renationalised railways not on track for cheaper fares

Transport Secretary says she will "strain every sinew" so customers get value for money as SWR brought back into public hands.

Post Office offer amounts to just half of my claim, says Bates

Former subpostmaster Sir Alan Bates has accused the government of presiding over "quasi-kangaroo courts".

Driving instructors say rising prices are fair - but learners can't keep up

May 24, 2025

Paige Williams, a single mum from Barnsley, says she's having to drastically cut back on spending to afford her £35-an-hour driving lessons.

Food banks 'were a lifeline for me'

Figures from the foodbank show that more than 77,000 parcels were distributed in NI over the past year.

Trump reignites tensions with EU tariff threats

EU says threats should not guide trade talks as Trump says he wants tariffs of 50% on European goods as soon as 1 June.

Indian IT giant investigates link to M&S cyber-attack

M&S said earlier this week that the hackers got into systems via a third party - but did not say who that was.

Faisal Islam: Trump's tariff plans could spark global economic shock

The move threatens significant volatility in the coming weeks, ahead of a crucial G7 summit in Canada next month.

Faisal Islam: Trump's tariff plans could spark global economic shock

The move threatens significant volatility in the coming weeks, ahead of a crucial G7 summit in Canada next month.

Fuel bank chief's caution over energy price fall

Matt Cole says prices remain very high despite Ofgem's announcement that prices will fall in July.

Fuel bank chief's caution over energy price fall

Matt Cole says prices remain very high despite Ofgem's announcement that prices will fall in July.

People urged to fix energy bills as prices fall

A typical annual domestic energy bill will drop by £129 in July, the first fall in a year.

People urged to fix energy bills as prices fall

A typical annual domestic energy bill will drop by £129 in July, the first fall in a year.

Labubu fan fury after dolls pulled from stores

May 22, 2025

The popular toys have been removed from shelves until June, following reports of customers fighting over them.

Why so many military veterans move into cybersecurity

May 22, 2025

The vigilance needed in the military can be an asset in the cybersecurity industry.

How a joke about rice cost a Japan cabinet minister his job

Soaring rice prices are a powerful trigger in Japan, where shortages have caused political upsets before.

Target sales hit as Trump tariffs take effect

The US chain reports a sharp fall in sales which it blames on a "highly challenging environment".

Nvidia boss calls US chip policy a 'failure'

His comments come as the White House says it will overhaul rules restricting sales of advanced chips.

Inflation surprise suggests the outlook could be gloomier than we thought

Bills, food prices, and service costs are all rising - but there is some good news

How much is the winter fuel payment and who can still get it?

A government decision to limit the payment have been criticised by some MPs, unions and charities.

UK inflation rate: How quickly are prices rising?

UK Inflation has fallen but remains above the Bank of England's 2% target.

Bills push inflation to highest in more than a year

Prices have risen faster than expected - raising questions about how many interest rate cuts there will be this year

Retail hackers believed to be young and from US and UK, detectives say

The National Crime Agency tells the BBC how it is trying to find the culprits of the M&S and Co-op hacks.

When will I be able to shop online at M&S again?

Online orders paused, some customer data stolen - here's what we know about the chaos at M&S.

When will I be able to shop online at M&S again?

Online orders paused, some customer data stolen - here's what we know about the chaos at M&S.

Thames Water halts bosses' bonus scheme

The company pauses its "retention scheme", which pays out cash to top executives linked to its rescue loan.

Thames Water halts bosses' bonus scheme

The company pauses its "retention scheme", which pays out cash to top executives linked to its rescue loan.

Did Trump really strike Gulf deals worth $2tn?

Some analysts question whether the amount of investment will ultimately be that high.

AI chatbot to be embedded in Google search

The new option in its marquee search engine comes as the firm is facing competition from AI firms.

Millions of consumers could get £70 after Mastercard ruling

It is not necessary to have held a Mastercard to make a claim following a tribunal ruling.

EU plans €2 fee on small parcels in hit to Shein and Temu

The tax will affect billions of packages sent to people's homes which mainly come from China at the moment.

Doubts over whether Brits can use EU e-gates this summer

It is unclear whether UK travellers can avoid long queues this summer and use e-gates at European airports.

Doubts over whether Brits can use EU e-gates this summer

It is unclear whether UK travellers can avoid long queues this summer and use e-gates at European airports.

Ryanair tells flight attendants to repay salary rises

The Irish airline is pursuing members of a Spanish union to hand back up to €3,000 following a ruling.

Ministers consider easing winter fuel payment cuts

Options under discussion include changing eligibility, or restoring the payments to all pensioners.

Gulf pact next after EU trade deal, says Reeves

New trade agreements will boost economic growth, says chancellor, as she sets sights on Middle East.

Supplier to major supermarkets hit by cyber attack

Logistics firm Peter Green Chilled supplies major supermarkets, but it is relatively small compared to its rivals.

Fortnite faces complaint from actors' union over AI Darth Vader

Sag-Aftra says the hit video game has used tech to replace human performers.

Tesla battery maker sees shares jump in Hong Kong debut

China's CATL makes more than a third of electric vehicle batteries sold worldwide and also supplies VW and Toyota.

Sesame Street heads to Netflix after Trump pulled funding

The platform will offer a new season and 90 hours of previous episodes to its 300 million subscribers.

Why we need 'revolutionary' cooling tech

Cooling systems that avoid the use of polluting refrigerants are being launched.

Post Office data breach victims to get compensation

Hundreds of sub-postmasters had their names and addresses accidentally published online last year.

The world's most dangerous country for trade unionists

More trade union members are murdered in the South American nation than anywhere else.

The world's most dangerous country for trade unionists

More trade union members are murdered in the South American nation than anywhere else.

The secretive US factory that lays bare the contradiction in Trump's America First plan

An exclusive look inside the closely guarded factory the president wants to become a foundation stone for a US golden age.

The secretive US factory that lays bare the contradiction in Trump's America First plan

An exclusive look inside the closely guarded factory the president wants to become a foundation stone for a US golden age.

Minister 'pushing' for deal over use of EU passport e-gates

The deal could form part of negotiations taking place between the UK and EU on Monday.

Energy boss warns over future of gas storage facility

UK's largest gas storage facility will miss £2bn investment without help, boss of Centrica tells BBC.

A letter from the M&S hackers landed in my inbox - this is what happened next

May 17, 2025

BBC's Joe Tidy spoke directly to those who claim they are responsible for hacking M&S and Co-op.

M&S hackers believed to have gained access through third party

May 17, 2025

The retailer has been struggling to get its services back to normal after a cyber-attack in April.

US loses last perfect credit rating amid rising debt

Moody's said successive US administrations had failed to reverse ballooning deficits and interest costs.

US loses last perfect credit rating amid rising debt

Moody's said successive US administrations had failed to reverse ballooning deficits and interest costs.

Fresh milk and classical music: Firm posts lucrative office cat-sitting job

The job ad requires the successful candidate to play classical music to the cat on Fridays.

Fresh milk and classical music: Firm posts lucrative office cat-sitting job

The job ad requires the successful candidate to play classical music to the cat on Fridays.

Fresh milk and classical music: Firm posts lucrative office cat-sitting job

The job ad requires the successful candidate to play classical music to the cat on Fridays.

Fresh milk and classical music: Firm posts lucrative office cat-sitting job

The job ad requires the successful candidate to play classical music to the cat on Fridays.

US proposes dropping Boeing criminal charge

Families criticised the move, which would avoid a trial that is due to begin in June.

Tesco apologises after software issue hits website and app

The company apologised to customers after its app and website went down on Friday afternoon.

One in 10 have no savings, financial regulator says

Stress and anxiety among those with debts remains high but help is available, a major survey finds.

The camera tech propelling shows like Adolescence

Whole TV shows shot in one long take are made possible by new lightweight cameras.

The camera tech propelling shows like Adolescence

Whole TV shows shot in one long take are made possible by new lightweight cameras.

UK economy is growing more than expected - how optimistic should you be?

The UK economy grew by more than expected at the start of 2025. What does this mean for you?

UK economy is growing more than expected - how optimistic should you be?

The UK economy grew by more than expected at the start of 2025. What does this mean for you?

UK economy is growing more than expected - how optimistic should you be?

The UK economy grew by more than expected at the start of 2025. What does this mean for you?

UK economy is growing more than expected - how optimistic should you be?

The UK economy grew by more than expected at the start of 2025. What does this mean for you?

UK economy is growing more than expected - how optimistic should you be?

The UK economy grew by more than expected at the start of 2025. What does this mean for you?

UK economy is growing more than expected - how optimistic should you be?

The UK economy grew by more than expected at the start of 2025. What does this mean for you?

UK economy is growing more than expected - how optimistic should you be?

The UK economy grew by more than expected at the start of 2025. What does this mean for you?

UK economy is growing more than expected - how optimistic should you be?

The UK economy grew by more than expected at the start of 2025. What does this mean for you?

Walmart says higher prices could hit this month due to tariffs

The retailer says it isn't able to absorb all the pressure from tariffs, even at the reduced levels announced.

More pupils auto-enrolled for free school meals

The move by Newcastle City Council follows similar schemes by other authorities including Durham.

Faisal Islam: The UK's surprisingly strong growth may not be temporary

These figures provide an opportune moment for some optimism and a hard sell of the UK to the rest of the world.

Faisal Islam: The UK's surprisingly strong growth may not be temporary

These figures provide an opportune moment for some optimism and a hard sell of the UK to the rest of the world.

Reeves says UK 'beginning to turn corner' as growth beats forecasts

The economy grew faster than expected between January and March, before UK and US tax rises were brought in during April.

Reeves says UK 'beginning to turn corner' as growth beats forecasts

The economy grew faster than expected between January and March, before UK and US tax rises were brought in during April.

Reeves says UK 'beginning to turn corner' as growth beats forecasts

The economy grew faster than expected between January and March, before UK and US tax rises were brought in during April.

Reeves says UK 'beginning to turn corner' as growth beats forecasts

The economy grew faster than expected between January and March, before UK and US tax rises were brought in during April.

Reeves says UK 'beginning to turn corner' as growth beats forecasts

The economy grew faster than expected between January and March, before UK and US tax rises were brought in during April.

Reeves says UK 'beginning to turn corner' as growth beats forecasts

The economy grew faster than expected between January and March, before UK and US tax rises were brought in during April.

Reeves says UK 'beginning to turn corner' as growth beats forecasts

The economy grew faster than expected between January and March, before UK and US tax rises were brought in during April.

India disputes Trump claim it is ready to charge US 'no tariffs'

India's foreign minister countered Trump saying "nothing is decided till everything is".

Ben & Jerry's co-founder arrested after Senate Gaza protest

Ben Cohen and six others were arrested during the protest in the US Senate, Capitol Police tells BBC News.

What has happened to the closed Debenhams stores?

From bowling alleys and lab spaces, to town centre eyesores - what remains of Debenhams' old shops?

Jaguar says it has no plans to build cars in the US

The comment came after the company's boss refused to rule out opening production plants in America.

'They yanked their own plug': How Co-op averted an even worse cyber attack

The revelation - from the criminals responsible - explains why the Co-op is getting back to business faster than M&S.

'They yanked their own plug': How Co-op averted an even worse cyber attack

The revelation - from the criminals responsible - explains why the Co-op is getting back to business faster than M&S.

Letting off steam: How Dominica's volcanoes will boost its green energy

The Caribbean island is building a power station that will use steam naturally heated by volcanic rock.

More people needing city foodbank than ever before

Cambridge City Foodbank says it has seen a 90% increase in demand since 2019.

Inside the Chinese sofa factory left deserted by Trump tariffs

The BBC's Laura Bicker takes us inside a Chinese sofa factory that almost ground to a halt after Trump's tariffs.

Is the US finally on track to build a high-speed rail network?

The US currently has no high-speed rail services, but two are under construction, and more planned.

When will I be able to shop online at M&S again?

Online orders paused, some customer data stolen - here's what we know about the chaos at M&S.

When will I be able to shop online at M&S again?

Online orders paused, some customer data stolen - here's what we know about the chaos at M&S.

When will I be able to shop online at M&S again?

Online orders paused, some customer data stolen - here's what we know about the chaos at M&S.

When will I be able to shop online at M&S again?

Online orders paused, some customer data stolen - here's what we know about the chaos at M&S.

When will I be able to shop online at M&S again?

Online orders paused, some customer data stolen - here's what we know about the chaos at M&S.

When will I be able to shop online at M&S again?

Online orders paused, some customer data stolen - here's what we know about the chaos at M&S.

When will I be able to shop online at M&S again?

Online orders paused, some customer data stolen - here's what we know about the chaos at M&S.

When will I be able to shop online at M&S again?

Online orders paused, some customer data stolen - here's what we know about the chaos at M&S.

How to avoid a puncture on the Moon

May 12, 2025

Giant tyre firms are testing tyres that can survive conditions on the Moon and Mars.

Charity couple move apart to care for animals

May 11, 2025

Roy and Annie Marriott say Animals in Need's expansion has forced the move.

Trump heads to Saudi Arabia eyeing more investment in US

May 11, 2025

As the president goes to Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the UAE he wants them to buy more from the States.

'I freaked out and spent $400 online': US consumers on cheap shipping changes

How consumers are reacting to shipping changes that mean low-value packages entering the US no longer avoid tariffs.

Tips from first-time buyers: 'We bought a £320,000 home aged 25'

Young buyers are saving hard, moving cities, and using government schemes to get on the housing ladder.

Stats boss quits for health reasons after data controversy

Sir Ian Diamond is stepping down due to health issues, at a time when the ONS faces a crisis of confidence in its work.

UK prepared to pay to access EU defence programmes

Defence secretary John Healey has told the BBC the UK will pay its "fair share" but wants a say in decisions.

What is in the UK-US tariff deal?

The two nations have announced a deal to reduce tariffs - here's what you need to know.

Hormone-treated beef will not enter UK after US deal, says government

Farmers are raising questions over how checks will ensure US beef produced using hormones doesn't enter the UK market.

Americast

...why he thinks the UK has made a mistake and what it means for the world.

How good is the UK trade pact for America?

In Trump's new trade pact with the UK, we got a glimpse of the types of agreements he may seek across the globe.

Visit the Arctic vault holding back-ups of great works

An arctic vault holds digital back-ups of some of humanity's great works of art, history and technology.

Inside the secretive world of Zara

The BBC's Emma Simpson gets a rare glimpse behind the scenes of how the fashion brand operates.

UK must 'do everything' to rebuild trade with EU, says Bank boss

Andrew Bailey says he does not take a view on Brexit, but reversing the post-Brexit hit to UK-EU trade would be "beneficial".

US and UK agree deal cutting tariffs on cars and metals

It will leave a 10% import tax on most goods shipped from the UK to the US.

BBC correspondent questions Trump over US beef exports

The UK says it will maintain food standards which lock out some types of American beef and chicken.

US agreement leaves the UK open to do a much more significant EU deal

Economically this US deal is relatively small, although important to very specific sectors.

Apple hits back at US judge's 'extraordinary' contempt order

The legal battle - started by Epic Games - could determine the future of the highly lucrative App Store.

Bank lowers interest rates and hints at more cuts to come

The Bank cuts rates for the second time this year, saying the slowdown in inflation was behind the move.

Bank lowers interest rates and hints at more cuts to come

The Bank cuts rates for the second time this year, saying the slowdown in inflation was behind the move.

When will interest rates go down again?

Interest rates, set by the Bank of England, affect mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions.

Heathrow shutdown cause still unknown, report says

An interim report finds power was restored to Heathrow seven hours before flights resumed.

Trump and Starmer to unveil deal to cut tariffs

The UK government has been seeking an agreement to lower tariffs since Trump imposed levies on almost every country in the world last month.

iPhone maker announces plan to build Mitsubishi EVs

The Taiwan-made electric vehicle is expected to go on sale in Australia and New Zealand next year.

iPhone maker announces plan to build Mitsubishi EVs

The Taiwan-made electric vehicle is expected to go on sale in Australia and New Zealand next year.

Watch: US and China are ready to talk tariffs - who will blink first?

The BBC's journalists in Washington DC and Singapore analyse US and China's moves ahead of the negotiation.

Watch: US and China are ready to talk tariffs - who will blink first?

The BBC's journalists in Washington DC and Singapore analyse US and China's moves ahead of the negotiation.

Watch: US and China are ready to talk tariffs - who will blink first?

The BBC's journalists in Washington DC and Singapore analyse US and China's moves ahead of the negotiation.

British Steel creates 180 jobs in production drive

Most of the roles will be based at Scunthorpe, with others at the Teesside and Skinningrove plants.

Fed holds rates because of tariff 'uncertainty'

The Federal Reserve said Trump's barrage of tariffs were generating too much uncertainty to predict its next moves.

WeightWatchers files for bankruptcy as fat-loss jabs boom

The firm is struggling with debt and tough competition from weight-loss drugs.

Minimum age to be a train driver lowered to 18

The move is aimed at combatting driver shortages which cause the majority of disruption to rail services.

Minimum age to be a train driver lowered to 18

The move is aimed at combatting driver shortages which cause the majority of disruption to rail services.

Minimum age to be a train driver lowered to 18

The move is aimed at combatting driver shortages which cause the majority of disruption to rail services.

Minimum age to be a train driver lowered to 18

The move is aimed at combatting driver shortages which cause the majority of disruption to rail services.

Disney to open theme park in the Middle East

The company's seventh park will be on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi.

British workers will not be undercut in UK-India trade deal, government says

Opposition parties claim the new trade agreement means Indian workers will be cheaper for employers to hire.

Visas, clothes and whisky - what you need to know about UK-India trade deal

Here's a quick guide to what's been agreed and what it could mean for you.

US and China to start talks over trade war this week

May 06, 2025

Global trade experts have told the BBC they expect the negotiations to take several months.

Family 'heartbroken' as pottery firm struggles

May 06, 2025

Dunoon Mugs has cut 20% of its workforce and its director warns it could close like several potteries.

Family 'heartbroken' as pottery firm struggles

May 06, 2025

Dunoon Mugs has cut 20% of its workforce and its director warns it could close like several potteries.

Car giant Ford and Barbie maker Mattel warn over tariffs costs

The firms join a growing list of big businesses cautioning about the impact of Trump's import taxes.

The people refusing to use AI

Worried about the environment and the loss of skills, some people are resisting the rise of AI.

OpenAI says non-profit will remain in control after backlash

The move follows a bitter power struggle over the business.

Home heating oil and fuel prices drop to 2021 levels

People who heat their homes with oil have been advised to buy now despite the upcoming summer months.

Colombia's wind farms bring promise and pain for indigenous group

May 04, 2025

The South American country is turning to wind power, but some local people are unhappy.

Colombia's wind farms bring promise and pain for indigenous group

May 04, 2025

The South American country is turning to wind power, but some local people are unhappy.

How Carney's election win will change direction of trade war

In his exclusive BBC interview, the Canadian Prime Minister indicates how he plans to tackle Trump.

Uber starts allowing customers to pay in cash

Taxi app giant Uber said trials showed some people preferred paying in cash or did not have a bank card.

Uber starts allowing customers to pay in cash

Taxi app giant Uber said trials showed some people preferred paying in cash or did not have a bank card.

Warren Buffett, 94, stepping down as Berkshire Hathaway CEO

The veteran investor told his company's annual meeting that he would hand over the reins to Vice-Chairman Greg Abel.

Tariffs on car parts entering the US come into force

Import taxes were eased after carmaker outcry, but it's "still a big tariff", analysts say.

Wall Street stocks bounce back from Trump tariff losses

Investors were buoyed by a better-than-expected jobs report and rising hope of US-China trade talks.

M&S supplier resorts to pen and paper after cyber attack

What's going on behind the scenes in the aftermath of the cyber attack on M&S.

Co-op cyber attack affects customer data, firm admits, after hackers contact BBC

The firm previously said there was "no evidence that customer data was compromised".

US jobs grow by more than expected despite tariff turmoil

Employers added 177,000 roles in April as the jobs market continues to prove resilient.

Who should you trust for a weather forecast?

Weather influencers can provide useful local information but are also accused of exaggerating conditions.

McDonald's sales drop as diners face 'uncertainty'

The burger chain says its US customers are "grappling with uncertainty".

'They wanted $4m': Lessons for M&S from other cyber attacks

The retailer is reeling from a ransomware attack - here's what other people did when in the same situation.

Co-op cyber attack: Staff told to keep cameras on in meetings

Experts say the instruction suggests the company fears hackers could be lurking on calls.

Tesla denies contacting headhunters to replace Musk

The electric car firm says a report that it is hunting for a successor is "absolutely false".

Pottery firm goes bust after more than 100 years