Stats boss quits as minister says new leadership needed
Sir Robert Chote quits as head of UK Statistics Authority, the body responsible for overseeing the Office for National Statistics.
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What is the triple lock and how much is the state pension worth?
The triple lock guarantees that the state pension is not overtaken by inflation or wage increases.
Exhausted, angry, heartbroken: Postmasters react as horror scandal laid bare
As the initial findings of the Post Office inquiry are released, sub-postmasters tell the BBC how they feel.
Post Office scandal had ‘disastrous’ impact on victims
The scandal may have led to 13 suicides, the report says, as it criticises the “formidable difficulties” for victims getting compensation.
Goodbye green ID books – big changes for Smart ID and passports in South Africa
The Department of Home Affairs sees the end of South Africa’s green ID books on the horizon, with some big changes planned for Smart ID and passport access this year.
Reserve Bank governor Lesetja Kganyago gets R10 million payday
South African Reserve Bank (SARB) governor Lesetja Kganyago has received a R10 million pay package.
The South African bank that was just named the best-performing bank in the UK
Investec has retained its crown as the best-performing bank in the United Kingdom.
Monzo gave account to fake 10 Downing St address
The digital bank has been fined £21m by the City regulator for anti-fraud failures.
Assume the 100ml airport rule remains, flyers told
Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander says passengers should check with airports about carry-on rules.
Hackers tried to ‘destroy’ M&S, chair tells MPs
Archie Norman says the hackers were “seeking to stop customers shopping at M&S” and that the motives were not clear.
Surprise twist in Vodacom’s R13 billion fibre deal
The Competition Commission announced an agreement with Vodacom over its proposed deal to acquire a significant stake in major fibre operator, Maziv.
Five things we now know about the Post Office scandal
A key report into the Horizon IT scandal details the huge impact on sub-postmasters and their families.
Big shift for South Africa’s property market
Property24 CEO Nalen Naidoo says early signs suggest a shift from renting to buying in South Africa, with possible interest rate cuts only driving the trend further.