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The Bank of England left interest rates unchanged today as war in the Middle East fuelled fears of an energy price inflation shock.

More than £50billion was wiped off the value of the London stock market today - taking losses since the start of the war on Iran to £225billion.

Markets have plunged into the red after fresh strikes on Iran's energy infrastructure have sent oil and gas prices soaring.

New data shows most car manufacturers adhered to the Government's Zero Emission Vehicle mandate by using loopholes and 'flexibilities' within the policy rather than selling a viable share of EVs.

This tough market with its hefty mortgage rate increases might actually be the best opportunity first-time buyers have had in years.

Rents are down in towns and cities across Britain. Certain locations have even recorded drops of more than 10% according to Hamptons.

Oil prices surged and stock markets slumped yesterday as Iran vowed to retaliate for an attack on its huge Pars gas field.

Almost three quarters of professionals within the industry said it is taking longer to fix vehicles because of an understaffing crisis that could soon cause a spike in garage bills.

Banks can now set their onwn contactless payment limits for customers from today March 19 under new plans from financial watchdog the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).

Rolls-Royce chief exec Chris Brownridge attributed the turnaround to a softening in government rules on the timetable for a transition to electric.