Banknotes, beavers and a very British backlash

The prime minister is set to announce “a series of measures to make life easier” for those struggling with the cost of living in the coming days, Downing Street says. No 10 says Andy Burnham’s plans are to “give people some room to breathe”. He will also focus on ways of “improving high streets” as…

“Advertising on our platform is already helping thousands of British businesses reach new customers, increase sales and create jobs, while our new ad-free option gives people greater control over their experience,” said Kris Boger, TikTok’s UK managing director.

“I’ve seen the apps and I don’t like them,” says a DHS official who left this year. “It’s rife for abuse.I imagine they’re being used in ways they were not intended.” He highlighted the risks of misidentification, noting that facial recognition often has elevated error rates for people of colour. “I have no confidence that…

Sean FarringtonBusiness presenter and Michael Sheils McNameeBusiness reporter Getty Images The head of global theme park giant Merlin Entertainments says its “biggest competition” is people choosing to stay at home on their phones and other devices. Fiona Eastwood says a day out at one of its UK attractions – which include Legoland, Thorpe Park and…