UK IT jobs: 91% of firms say less than a fifth of applicants are women Recruiter Technojobs.co.uk says overall there is a dearth of female applicants in the industry. Dec 22, 2014
Saudi oil minister Ali al-Naimi: We'll never cut production despite plunging prices Al-Naimi reiterated that his country is not conspiring to target US and Russian oil producers. Dec 22, 2014
FCA to regulate FX, swaps, repo, gold and oil indexes after market fixing scandals Market manipulation across several sectors has led watchdog to take formal charge. Dec 22, 2014
Barclays accountants PwC under investigation for bank's failure to protect £16.5bn in client assets The Financial Reporting Council has launched a probe into the bank's accountants. Dec 22, 2014
UK finance industry has highest number of workers since credit crisis TheCityUK reports financial and professional services industry is 80% more productive than other sectors Dec 22, 2014
Tesco crisis: FRC launches investigation into supermarket's accounting scandal The Financial Reporting Council joins the Serious Fraud Office in launching a probe. Dec 22, 2014
UK economic recovery: BoE predicts pay rises and increased hiring in 2015 MPC member Martin Weale also sees more permanent jobs being created. Dec 22, 2014
Amirah Droudis: Partner of Sydney siege gunman Man Haron Monis loses bail Amirah Droudis was on bail after being charged with murder of Man Haron Monis's wife. Dec 22, 2014
Oil prices rise but Opec production will keep them around $60 for 2014 Opec has admitted it is willing to let prices fall to around $40 per barrel before stepping in. Dec 22, 2014
North Sea oil: UK considers sweeping tax breaks to revive flagging industry Production has diminished over recent years and low oil prices are hurting exploration. Dec 22, 2014
UK house prices: Westminster becomes least desirable London borough to buy property Only 17% of Westminster homes coming on to the market in December have been sold, said online estate agents eMoov. Dec 22, 2014 UK Housing
London financiers expect a 21% bonus boost for 2014 despite banking scandals Managing directors see bonuses averaging £124,680 for this year. Dec 22, 2014
FX fixing scandal: Hong Kong finds 'no evidence' of market rigging after probing 10 banks However, the Hong Kong regulator said it found 'communication indiscretions' amongst traders. Dec 19, 2014
US states Nebraska and Oklahoma suing Colorado for marijuana legalisation The two states allege that Colorado's law is in violation of federal law. Dec 19, 2014
Number of illegal immigrants caught trying to enter UK quadruple in three years Home Office revealed 11,920 entry attempts were detected at ports in first four months of 2014. Dec 19, 2014
Army women tipped to serve in close combat units by 2016 However, concerns remain over whether women can cope with the physical demands of an infantry unit. Dec 19, 2014
UK house prices fall as rent drops for first time in eight months Monthly rents across England & Wales drop to £768. Dec 19, 2014 Mortgage Bank of England
The Interview tipped to cost Sony Pictures $200m following hack and cancellation It cost $80m to make and market and now it will cost at least additional $100m following cancellation. Dec 18, 2014 North Korea
Scottish devolution: IFS warns new recommended tax powers are 'unworkable' Scotland was promised devolution max in the event of voting to stay part of the UK in the independence referendum. Dec 18, 2014
Downton Abbey: Astounding cost of Crawley family's lavish lifestyle at Highclere Castle If you want to live in a sprawling castle, the annual energy costs alone will be eye-watering Dec 18, 2014