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Changes in attitudes and inflation mean knowing how much and when to tip during the festive season is becoming a minefield.

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The Ministry of Justice has been accused of breaching the civil service code with an “unfounded political diatribe” against ...

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Unions have threatened Rachel Reeves with strikes over a proposed 2.8 per cent pay rise for teachers, medics and civil servants. The Chancellor unveiled the plans on Tuesday night, insisting that ...