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Q&a: Us Bank Regulation Details

The US Senate has passed sweeping changes to the US banking system. But what hurdles remain, and what will the new likely regulations mean?

Opik Shock Spoils Lib Dems' Night

The Conservatives gain a shock seat, while mid Wales' two other seats remain Liberal Democrat.

'i Struggle To Have Any Sort Of Decent Life'

Why it matters to you on the last TV debate

Cameron Attacked On Revamp Delays

A Bradford resident quizzes David Cameron on the Conservatives' record over the stalled regeneration of the city centre.

General Motors Repays $8.1bn

US car giant General Motors has repaid $8.1bn (£5.2bn) in loans it received from the US and Canadian governments.

Scotland Emerges From Recession

The latest growth figures for Scotland show the country's economy grew by 0.2% at the end of last year.

Eu Can Afford To Increase Its Climate Ambition

The economic recession has led to a sharp fall in EU emissions, making the current target to cut emissions by 20% before 2020 almost worthless.

Reading Hopefuls' Economy Pledge

The parliamentary candidates standing for the Reading West seat say the struggling economy is their priority.

Building Jobs Vital, Says Scott

The leader of the Scottish Liberal Democrats says his party is all for a construction industry which is "going places".

Councils Warned On Gay Equality

Devon and Cornwall councils are being warned not to use the recession as an excuse to cut services for homosexual people.

Budget Calculator 2010

Find out how Budget measures will affect you with our calculator developed with accounting firm KPMG LLP (UK).

The Full Story: Budget 2010

All the action with key points, analysis and reaction to Alistair Darling's last Budget before the general election.

Why Are We Grinding Our Teeth So Much?

Some dentists are reporting that we are grinding our teeth more, as stress and even fears over the recession grip us. What's wrong with us?

Threat To '25,000 Council Jobs'

A BBC survey says at least 25,000 English council jobs are at risk in the next few years as Gordon Brown defends the government's help for councils.

Champagne Sales Lose Some Sparkle

Exports of champagne fell by almost a third last year as overseas sales of French wines and spirits recorded their biggest ever annual decline.

Us Unemployment 'to Remain High'

US unemployment will remain high this year, the Federal Reserve warns, despite the economy growing strongly.

Small Business Challenge For Us Firms

For many small entrepreneurs in the US, credit has been difficult or impossible to find since the banking crisis.

Oil Crunch 'just Five Years Away'

A group of business leaders warn the government of an impending oil crunch.

Surprise Fall In Us Unemployment

The US unemployment rate unexpectedly fell in January, to its lowest level in five months, official figures show.

George Osborne Mp Transcript

On Sunday 31 January Sophie Raworth interviewed Shadow Chancellor, George Osborne MP.