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Since 2010, Amazon has invested over £2.4 billion in Durham and Tees Valley and more than £4 billion in the North East

New report reveals Amazon’s £2.4 billion investment in Durham and Tees Valley

The UK has entered a recession

UK enters recession as economy shrinks

The Bank of England has made a new announcement on the interest rate. (Credit: Aaron Chown/PA Wire)

Bank of England announces that interest rate will remain at 5.25%

The UK's economy has grown by 0.2% in August, with car manufacturing leading the economic boost over the past three months. (Credit: Getty Images)

UK economy grew by 0.2% in August as service sector provides boost

UK economy records zero growth in February - ONS

Dismal weather heralds the arrival of the UK Chancellor’s Autumn Statement as people shop in the centre of Bolton.

UK economy will be the only one to shrink in 2023, warns IMF

Rishi Sunak could announced the unfreezing of fuel duty and a freeze on personal allowances at his next budget in March, a move being described as a 'stealth tax raid' (Photo: Dan Kitwood/Getty Images)

Rishi Sunak could launch a 'stealth tax raid' with next month's budget - here's ...

The UK is on course for its first 'double dip’ recession in 50 years - but what ...

The UK economy has recovered from a recession - but are things back to normal?

The recession was caused by the coronavirus pandemic (Getty Images)

Here’s what happened during the UK’s last recession - and how long experts think...

Britain is in recession for the first time since the financial crisis. Photo by PA.

UK in recession after economy slump

The initiative would allow international arrivals to live on the island while working remotely. (Credit: Shutterstock)

Barbados says it will offer UK residents the chance to live and work remotely th...

Upon arrival in Mallorca, they passed signs instructing tourists to keep their hands clean through regular washing, and to keep their face masks on while in the airport. (Credit: Shutterstock)

German tourists are now allowed to fly to Spain for 'safe corridor' trial - here...

Hartlepool MP Mike Hill quizzes former chancellors in new select committee role

Compared to other countries internationally the number of bank holidays in the UK is low, with just eight taking place annually. (Credit: Shutterstock)

Here’s why you could get an extra bank holiday this year

Sicily will pay money towards your flights and hotel costs if you visit later th... Stephanie Rendall

The new measures aim to aid businesses through the ongoing health crisis (Photo: Shutterstock)

Pubs and restaurants will be allowed to turn into takeaways during the coronavir...

The Chancellor said the government would “stand behind businesses small and large" (Photo: Getty Images)

Government to offer financial support to businesses in hospitality, retail and l...

How the UK voted on Leave and Remain

How Brexit will hit different UK regions and industries

British consumers are facing a hike in food prices of at least 5% as a result of extreme weather this year, economists warn

Extreme weather could see households spend more on food

The European Union flag and national flags in front of the European Parliament.

Poll claims people are now split 50/50 on Brexit

Housing benefit claims are taking up to three weeks.

Hartlepool housing benefit applicants are waiting three weeks for claims to be c...

Chancellor Philip Hammond

Iain Wright: My three concerns about latest Budget

David Cameron. Picture by PA.

David Cameron: The ups and downs of his leadership as he prepares to bow out

What are the two sides of the EU debate saying about the economic risks of staying or leaving?

'In' or 'Out': what does an EU vote mean for the the economy?

George Osborne. Pic by PA.

Budget 2016: Sweet drinks hit but beer and petrol frozen as George Osborne misse...

Paul Smith in his office located at The Innovation Centre. Picture by FRANK REID

A mixed start to the year for job opportunities in Hartlepool

Hartlepool provided the biggest ups and downs of a busy start to the Tees Valley economic year, a new report has shown.

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A Union Flag and Saltire Flag are pictured in Edinburgh.

Scotland votes: Key questions answered

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