Near 20 per cent rise boosts Brexiters but two-thirds of trade still goes to bloc

Britain will continue to underspend compared to other developed nations

Concerns 15% rate would erode trust with the public

Judge to hear four cases arguing for greater protection in the ‘gig economy’

Jo Cox’s article urging Remain vote in EU referendum found at accused’s house

Former prime minister wants his voice to be heard in ‘vacant’ centre ground

US president-elect expected to stay at Buckingham Palace during state visit

Employers look for infrastructure spending and business rates reform

Aides say PM is not hinting at transitional deal to smooth exit

Europe’s most senior judge outlines potentially pivotal role in UK’s departure

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Investment in return for tackling worst excesses of capitalism

FT examines options to boost eight years of stagnant growth

Proportion of women non-execs at top 150 public companies reaches 30%

Capital deprives other cities of workers and damages overall economy, report says

MPs warn strategy proposals will be ‘collection of aspirations’ without timelines

UK lender prepares for first acquisition since taxpayer rescue

Seraphim wins £30m from government bank to build on Britain’s satellite lead

Town planner says development must not come at cost of quality of life

Schemes where workers are swapping pay for perks such as health checks, car parking and gyms are a growing cost for Exchequer