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BBC Radio 5 Live

News and views on business and the world of personal finance. Plus the very latest from the financial markets around the globe

Wake Up to Money

Sean Farrington looks at the long wait for a driving test in England, Scotland and Wales. Plus, what does England's performance in Australia mean for cricket clubs back here?

Test Target Trouble

Sean Farrington takes a look at the financial regulator's plans for cryptocurrencies. Also on the programme - as an investigation into record unemployment for young people launches, we delve into why it's at all time high. And it's 250 years since the birth of the author Jane Austen - hear why she's as relevant as ever when it comes to entertainment and tourism.

Crypto concerns

Felicity Hannah hears how businesses can respond to staff calling in sick during the flu outbreak, and why some pharmacies are experiencing a shortage of vaccines. 
And, with just ten days left until Christmas, the director of a shopping centre tells us whether Gen Z is driving a resurgence of the in-person retail experience.

Flu season

Felicity Hannah speaks to the CEO of the Magnum Ice Cream Company as it finishes its first week as a listed company. Plus, what does the latest Knives Out tell us about Hollywood?

Melting Point

Sean Farrington looks at the US Federal Reserve's decision to cut interest rates and what that could mean for the Bank of England.

We talk to the outgoing boss of GSK on why they're focusing investment in the US over the UK.

And finally, we look at ticket prices for next year's World Cup.

Golden Tickets

Sean Farrington discusses the rising bills that could hit the pub sector, in the wake of business rates changes. 

Elsewhere, he'll turn his attention to the US, where the Fed will announce its decision on rates.

And, will consumer demand keep up with increasing chocolate prices?

Cocoa Hops

Sean Farrington looks at Paramount's $108bn hostile bid, as the battle for Warner Brothers continues to heat up.

Elsewhere, he'll be discussing a bill on railways that returns to Parliament today which could see passengers buying tickets directly from the government.

And, he'll take a look at some new data that shows just how much money shoppers have been spending in the last month.

Going hostile

Will Bain discusses the Employment Rights Bill as it heads back to the Commons.

Elsewhere, he'll look ahead to the first day of trading for the brand new Magnum Ice Cream Company and check out some of the details in the $72 BILLION deal made by Netflix to buy Warner Bros.

And, he'll find out what's next for Lando Norris and the new sponsorship deals that could be heading his way after his F1 triumph.

Netflix & Bill

Felicity Hannah hears from the boss of Waterstones and gets an update from Tunbridge Wells.

Elsewhere, the reviews website Trustpilot's share price has PLUNGED by almost 30%, wiping more than £200 million pounds from its value. We ask what's happening to the FTSE 250-listed firm.

And it's the Christmas tradition that's become a global multi-million-dollar franchise - Fliss speaks to one of the founders of the company behind The Elf on the Shelf.

Books, shelves & elves

Sean Farrington hears about the business of cricket as the 2nd Ashes Test match commences. We speak to a business owner in Tunbridge Wells as water outages persist for thousands of properties. And what does the future hold for Britain's Nuclear industry? We find out.

Going hostile

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