George Weston, the chief executive of Primark owner Associated British Foods, said it was preparing for a big jump in business costs.

Police footage showed Liam Doeg taking part in widespread disorder in Sunderland in August, repeatedly attacking officers over a period of hours.

Heightened’ policy uncertainty led to growth slowing again in October, according to a closely watched business survey.

The NHS will review its guidance on testing for prostate cancer in light of Sir Chris Hoy’s “powerful” call for more men to be screened, the Health Secretary has said.