Scores of politicians and business leaders appeal for money to improve junctions at Ely and Haughley.

Lord Storey says he fears Merseyside was "not a high priority" on the government's growth agenda.

The restaurant says it cannot afford to stay open in the face of increased national insurance costs.

The charge aimed to close a tax loophole and recover backdated taxes, but has left many facing big bills.

The £100 limit on contactless cards could also be scrapped, as regulators respond to the prime minister's plea.

Reynolds - who took over from Tulip Siddiq - has faced questions about potential conflicts of interest.

Emma Reynolds - who replaces Tulip Siddiq - lobbied against restrictions on Chinese businesses in a previous job.

The chancellor has been criticised for making the trip while the government is under pressure from rising borrowing costs.