Business

Asda has widened a recall of eleven George handbags after regulators found excessive DEHP, a phthalate that may damage the reproductive system. Customers can return the bags for a full refund.

US seasonal chocolate sales fell $33.1 million in nine weeks as cost-of-living pressures and health trends reshape Halloween, NIQ data shows.

Boots has cut the price of the Oral-B iO2 Electric Toothbrush from £100 to £35, a 65 per cent saving, ahead of Christmas.

easyJet will pay the £66.50 passport fee for babies when families book a holiday by 26 November 2026, a small saving that says much about post-Brexit travel costs.

A Manchester indoor skydiving deal drops from £100 to £14, raising questions about access, consumer power, and the liberal case for affordable leisure.

Admiral Group confirms 500 UK job cuts with some roles moving to India, raising questions about corporate responsibility amid record profits.

A liberal critique of Amazon Prime Day: how to shop ethically, avoid overconsumption, and invest in products that align with civic and environmental values.

As Lidl begins demolition work in Edge Hill, the owner of the Royal Arms pub says his business is shaking, both literally and commercially. This case raises questions about corporate responsibility, community cohesion, and the true cost of urban regeneration.

Sainsbury's has recalled three Tu tote bags over excessive phthalate levels, exposing regulatory gaps in UK chemical safety and raising questions about consumer protection post-Brexit.

Martin Lewis's 4pm curtain rule offers a simple, affordable way to cut energy bills. This analysis explores the practical advice and its broader civic and political implications for UK households.

A 27-year-old London consultant earning £130,000 says he feels 'broke', highlighting the gap between high income and real financial security in the UK's capital.

A Scottish mother's tribunal victory against Purplebricks exposes how employers penalise part-time working parents, revealing the gap between inclusion rhetoric and workplace reality.

As the 2026 eclipse approaches, hotels are cancelling confirmed bookings and demanding up to 12 times the original price. This practice undermines consumer trust and market integrity, raising urgent questions about regulation and consumer protection.

Saudi Arabia is opening its property market to international investors through new ownership laws and a dedicated promotional push. A liberal analysis of the reforms and their implications.

Whitbread’s closure of 261 restaurants, including Beefeater and Brewers Fayre, will cost 3,800 jobs and reshape Britain’s high streets. A liberal analysis of the social and economic impact.

A £13 eye cream from Boots is winning over consumers with its accessible price and evidence-based formula. This article explores how the product reflects liberal-left values of transparency, affordability, and individual empowerment.

As WestJet faces a potential strike, travellers discover that insurance bought after the strike vote may not cover cancellations. This analysis explores the limits of consumer protection and what travellers can do.

The Lossga cabin bag, currently retailing for £17.84 on Amazon, has emerged as a pragmatic solution for travellers seeking to circumvent the punitive ancillary fees imposed by low-cost airlines.

Record prices at the Tattersalls Ireland Derby Sale demonstrate the enduring vitality of the bloodstock industry, a sector where cross-border commerce between Ireland, Britain, and France continues to flourish irrespective of political headwinds.

As SHEIN sponsors Parklife 2026 and Creamfields, Thomas Reynolds examines the ethical cost of fast fashion's grip on British festival culture.