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UK 'Tempest' programme will support 20,000 jobs a year through 2050
Development of the UK's next-generation combat jet will support tens of thousands of jobs with very significant positive spill-over effects for the broader economy, a study conducted by consultancy PwC found.
Philly Fed manufacturing index jumps in October, new orders soar
Manufacturing activity in the US mid-Atlantic region accelerated sharply in October, the results of one of the most closely-watched surveys for the sector revealed.
Dunelm Q1 sales up on digital, in-store demand
UK home furnishing retailer Dunelm on Thursday reported a 37% jump in first-quarter sales, boosted by higher online demand, as well as a recovery in its stores after Covid-19 lockdowns were eased.
AO World revenues rise 57% after strong second quarter
Online electrical retailer AO World said it expected half-year revenue to rise by more than half driven by strong demand in the UK and Germany.
London to move from Tier-1 to Tier-2 Covid-19 restrictions on Saturday
Londoners will be subject to Tier-2 Covid-19 restrictions from Saturday, meaning that the mixing of households indoors and at pubs and restaurants will not be allowed.
Ryanair cuts winter capacity to 40% on new Covid restrictions
Budget airline Ryanair said it was cutting planned winter capacity by a third due to the latest round of travel restrictions across Europe.