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The latest national business headlines

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Here are some of the top business stories making the national headlines.


UK long-term borrowing costs hit highest since 1998 ahead of October Budget

Long-term government borrowing costs have risen to a 28-year high, putting further pressure on Prime Minister Andy Burnham ahead of his first Budget next month. Read more via BBC News

Price rises gather pace in UK shops amid higher energy costs

In-store inflation rises to an annual 1.5% in August, according to a survey for the British Retail Consortium. Read more via The Guardian

Schools to offer technical subjects to pupils from age 14 in England, Burnham says

Secondary school pupils in England will be able to study subjects like manufacturing and AI in addition to core academic learning under reforms outlined by Prime Minister Andy Burnham. Read more via BBC News

UK agrees £3.7bn trade deal with six Gulf states

The UK has struck a trade deal with a group of six Gulf states which it says will be worth £3.7bn to the economy. Read more via BBC News.

Tom Hammersley

Senior Content and Social Media Lead at Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce.

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