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Five carmakers go on trial over emissions cheat claims
Posted onEmer MoreauBusiness reporter Getty Images A major lawsuit against five leading carmakers accused of cheating on emissions tests is set to begin at the High Court on Monday. The trial is the latest chapter of what has become known as the “dieselgate” scandal, with the companies facing allegations they used software to allow their cars…
Serial rail fare evader faces jail over 112 unpaid tickets
Posted onOne of Britain’s most prolific rail fare dodgers could face jail after admitting dozens of travel offences. Charles Brohiri, 29, pleaded guilty to travelling without buying a ticket on Govia Thameslink train journeys a total of 112 times, Westminster Magistrates’ Court heard. He could be ordered to pay more than £18,000 in unpaid fares and…
Salisbury foodbank asks for reverse advent calendar donations
Posted onA foodbank is asking donors to consider trying a “reverse advent calendar” this year – giving 24 items to help provide Christmas hampers to families in need. Salisbury Foodbank in Wiltshire, part of the Trussell Trust network, said it was in need of donations to make up packages for 200 local families. Manager Maria Stevenson…
How is the Budget affecting businesses in Surrey?
Posted onZac Sherratt,South East, Adrian Harms,Dorkingand Jack Fiehn,Farnham BBC Pub landlord Martin Groves said the Budget ‘could have been a lot worse’ Businesses in Surrey have given mixed reactions to Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ Budget, which outlined spending and taxation plans for the years ahead. Key measures announced on Wednesday include scrapping the two-child benefit cap, freezing…
