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PM May defends public sector pay cap after Corbyn attack
PM Theresa May defended the government’s stance on austerity and reiterated her support for the 1% public sector pay cap during PMQs on Wednesday, despite claims that government ministers want it scrapped.
TfL launches tunnels map to help those with claustrophobia
Londoners with claustrophobia or other anxiety conditions could find Tube journeys less stressful from Wednesday, as Transport for London launched a new map indicating which stations and parts of the TfL underground and rail network were in tunnels.
OECD report shows progress towards fairer international tax system
International tax systems are making progress in becoming fairer and more effective, a report led by OECD Secretary-General Angel Gurría has concluded.
Volvo to become first major carmaker to drop traditional engines
Chinese-owned carmaker Volvo has announced all the cars it sells from 2019 onwards will not be powered by an internal combustion engine.
US calls for global action following North Korea missile launch
US secretary of state Rex Tillerson has called on nations across the world to condemn the actions of North Korea, after Pyongyang claimed to have launched an intercontinental-ballistic missile on Tuesday.
Lloyds reveals board shake-up ahead of new three-year plan
Lloyds Banking Group has revealed a major restructure of the company’s board, with chief executive Antonio Horta-Osorio announcing a new three-year strategic plan for the bank.
Qatar economic outlook downgraded by Moody's amid Gulf crisis
Ratings agency Moody’s downgraded its outlook on Qatar’s long-term debt as the Gulf state attempts to come to an agreement with its neighbours following a recent diplomatic crisis in the region.