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Public pay policy has not changed, says Hammond
Philip Hammond insisted Westminster's policy on public pay has not changed and that the "right balance" needed to continue to be struck between what is fair for workers and taxpayers.
Commodities: Crude enjoys moderate rally but still faces downside glut risk
Crude-oil futures made moderate gains but still face downside risk as it struggles to bust through firm resistance.
Ministers call for post-Brexit cooperation on drug regulation
The UK wants to maintain cooperation with the European Union on drug regulation after its departure from the bloc, cabinet ministers Greg Clark and Jeremy Hunt have said.
UK construction growth softens amid political uncertainty
UK construction activity weakened more than expected last month, according to a survey published on Tuesday that revealed the lowest levels of optimism about growth this year.
Banks to ensure borrowers can cope with rate rises, Bank of England says
Amid new worries about sub-prime lending, the Bank of England is looking for banks to tighten up their mortgage requirements to ensure home owners can cope with a potential interest rate rise.