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Ahead of its exit from the European Union, the UK is currently negotiating to secure free trade agreements with several countries, but what does this kind of deal actually mean?When two countries agree to a free trade agreement, that does not normally mean the

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Drivers are avoiding parking spots that require payment by phone as cash remains a more popular way to pay, according to the AA.The motoring organisation’s survey of 16,000 members suggests seven out of 10 would look for parking elsewhere rather than use the

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Media giant Walt Disney plans to start its own online streaming services for movies, shows and sports in a shift aimed at bringing productions directly to consumers.The plans come as the firm grapples with falling television subscriptions and challenges from online

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Volkswagen is offering customers in Germany discounts of up to 10,000 euros (£9,000) if they trade in their old diesel vehicles and buy a new car. VW will also offer incentives of 1,000-2,380 euros for customers buying alternative energy vehicles, such as electric and

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A ship that can carry more than 10% of the UK’s predicted barley harvest is set to leave British shores.The Federal Cedar is due to carry the crop, grown in the East of England, to help farmers in southern Europe struggling with drought conditions.It will be

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Firms could face fines of up to £17m or 4% of global turnover if they fail to protect themselves from cyber-attacks, the government has warned.The crackdown is aimed at making sure essential services such as water, energy, transport and health firms are safeguarded

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The UK labour market is tightening, with employers finding it harder to recruit staff, according to a survey of employment agencies.The survey says that pay rates for both permanent and temporary staff are rising quickly due to a continuing fall in the number of job

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When Real Madrid take on Manchester United in the Uefa Super Cup final on Tuesday night, they will be playing not only for more silverware, but to add even more supporters to their near 500 million-strong global fanbase.When you are already Champions League and La

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Media playback is unsupported on your device The town of Ubrique in southern Spain is beautiful but remote. It doesn’t have an airport or a train station and even buses are irregular.Its position, nestled at the bottom of a valley surrounded by big hills, means

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Ubrique in southern Spain is beautiful yet remote. Despite the difficulty in reaching the town, some of the world’s best-known designers come here to get their leather products made. Why are brands so keen to have items made here? And how can Ubrique ensure its

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