
Pharmaceuticals face 100% tariffs in US – unless firms strike a deal
The order does not affect generic medicines, the most commonly used in the US.
THURSDAY, 16 APRIL 2026, 03:10

The order does not affect generic medicines, the most commonly used in the US.

Work at plants in Solihull, Halewood and outside Wolverhampton restarted in October.

Around 2.7 million people are set to receive a pay rise this week as the national minimum wage goes up by 50p to £12.71 for over 21s.

The triple lock guarantees that the state pension is not overtaken by inflation or wage increases.

Live Well North East holds fitness classes for parents which cost £4 but offers free childcare.

Bills including council tax, water, internet and broadband have increased, as well as food and fuel.

The US president called on nations that need Gulf oil to take the lead to keep the Strait of Hormuz open.

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A restaurant in Leamington say rising costs and falling footfall are behind their decision to close.

Topps Tiles says eight stores have already closed – with the rest to shut over the next six months.

The announcement comes days after former CEO Pieter Elbers quit in the backdrop of a flight cancellation crisis.

Rising living costs are pushing more people to rely on affordable food groups.

The price of Brent crude oil to be delivered in May rose by a record 64% in March as the conflict disrupted energy supplies.

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