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Thursday 10th July
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Bank of England

Rate Decision

The Bank of England has decided to keep interest rates on hold at 5%.

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Houses

Job Cuts

The house builder Barratt has confirmed it's cutting more than 1,000 jobs due to the housing slump and the squeeze on mortgage lending.

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Tenner

Costly Cars

Rob visits an electric bike company which is benefiting from the increased cost of motoring.


Beach

Holiday Tips

We have some tips on what to do when your holiday turns into a disaster.


Markets

Markets News

Plus Adam with the latest news from the markets.


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