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Sean speaks to chief executive of British cycling brand Rapha, Fran Millar, and former World Cycling Road Race Champion and four-time British Road Race Champion Lizzie Deignan.

And as brewer and bar owner Brewdog announce the closure of ten bars, Sean Farrington hears from a drinks industry analyst how the craft beer scene might be losing its fizz. Also, the cost of UK government borrowing is up. We find out what this means for the Chancellor's spending plans and what this might mean for taxpayers in the months to come.

Sean Farrington talks to YouTuber, influencer and investor Caspar Lee about respect and recognition in an industry reckoned to support 45,000 jobs. And on the day after the Football Governance Bill becomes law, we ask a sport finance expert if the changes will make a real difference to those fans fed up with how their clubs are run. Also, water, water everywhere, not a moment to think. After the Independent Water Commission's deluge of recommendations for the water industry, we ask a consumer champion what the changes might mean to you the customer.

Ahead of a major report into the water industry, Sean Farrington speaks to an infrastructure finance expert to find out what the government can do to meet its ambitions. And, are you saving enough for your retirement? We discuss what can be done to head off the looming pensions crisis. Also, it's the Royal Welsh Show this week. How have farmers been coping with the rain and shine we've experienced over the past few weeks?

Felicity Hannah reviews the week's business news with her Friday panel - where she will be discussing the regulation of Buy Now Pay Later products and finding out why graduation gown makers have been selling more and more smaller versions for children. Download the podcast via the BBC Sounds app.

More than half of UK airports have raised or introduced drop-off fees over the past year. Reaction to that. Also - Jaguar Land Rover has confirmed up to 500 jobs are at risk following the launch of a new managers' voluntary redundancy scheme. We bring you the views of a car industry expert. And as 270,000 people descend upon Portrush in Northern Ireland for this year's Open Championship, we hear how the golf tournament is set to benefit one local ice cream parlour.

The "negative" narrative around savers investing money in stocks and shares must change. That's according to Chancellor Rachel Reeves. Sean Farrington reacts to her Mansion House speech. We also establish why Thames Water is "extremely stressed". And more on what impact the Government's new EV grant scheme will have on charging points.

Is a £3,750 government incentive enough for you to switch to an electric car? Sean Farrington delves into the world of EVs. We also revisit the power of AI - this time a British developer has created a tool that can mimic regional accents. And with Oasis back in their hometown of Manchester we hear from some of the local businesses cashing in on their return.

Up to 800,000 customers at Betfair and Paddy Power and other companies suffer from a major data breach at parent firm Flutter that exposed personal details and account activity.

London’s Heathrow says it wants to hike the fees that it charges airlines to use the airport by around 17%. The airlines respond by saying the proposal is unjustified. Virgin Atlantic says it “demonstrates Heathrow’s inability to invest capital wisely and efficiently”. Also, Felicity Hannah looks at a content-sharing deal between ITV and Disney. And Oasis return to their home city. We join the fans in Manchester ahead of their money-making comeback gig.

Felicity Hannah looks at the jobs market and wage growth, as well as the future of high speed rail in the North of England. Plus, Shell plans to move its HQ to the UK. And, what financial pressures is the NHS under at the moment?

The government is due to decide very soon whether to adopt “zonal pricing” – i.e. whether people should pay different amounts for their energy depending on whereabouts in the country they live. All indications are that Downing Street will reject the idea but it’s yet to be confirmed. Will Bain looks at the pros and cons of zonal pricing. Also, Elon Musk is left looking for a new CEO for his social media platform X as Linda Yaccarino resigns. And chipmaker Nvidia becomes the first company ever to notch up a $4 trillion stock market valuation.

Sean takes a look at the rise of the use in technology in sport. From automated line-calling, VAR & AI data analytics - we ask how tech is shaping the future of sport.

President Donald Trump has vowed tariffs of 50% on imports of copper into the US. The announcement sent prices for the metal soaring. It’s the president’s latest salvo in a tariff war which has hit companies in all sorts of sectors. Sean Farrington hears from the co-founder of a company that makes electric toothbrushes in China and sends them to the US. We also hear from a bicycle manufacturer that exports from Indonesia and Vietnam to the US. Elsewhere, we’re at the Great Yorkshire Show to talk to farmers about inheritance tax.

US President Donald Trump says countries will now have until August 1 to agree new trade deals with the White House. He’d initially set a deadline of July 9 – this Wednesday – but has pushed it back by three weeks. All the same, he’s doubled down on a threat to hit two of the US’s biggest trading partners - Japan and South Korea – with tariffs of 25% unless they reach a deal by the new date. Sean Farrington speaks to a senior US economist about this latest twist in the tariffs story. We also look at a proposal to impose a wealth tax in the UK. Would it work?

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says he expects a busy 72 hours as countries try to make trade agreements with the US before the Wednesday deadline. Sean Farrington speaks to one expert representing international busines.The UK government wants bereavement leave for pregnancy losses to be set in law - what benefit could that be for both employers and employees?And would you work harder for your company if you could benefit from dividends? We look at the rise in businesses doing just that.

After the week where the UK government passes its welfare bill, and US President Donald Trump passes his flagship budget bill, Felicity Hannah speaks to a panel to take apart what it could all mean for the local and global economy.Plus, how much is being spent around the Oasis reunion tour, and on what?

Following Rachel Reeves' tearful Commons appearance we assess the market impact it made. Will Bain has more on the government’s long-awaited 10 Year Health Plan. And as drinking becomes more prevalent among Gen Z, we get the thoughts of the co-founder of MOTH cocktails.

Sean spoke to Padel boss Sam Kemp from R3 Sports, Women's football consultant Andrea Ekblad and Sportswear CEO Mike Tomkins from M&M Direct.

A look into the welfare bill vote after the government offered more big concessions. Sean Farrington also delves into the recommendations that have been outlined following a review of the UK pensions system. And as YouTube urges the government to acknowledge content creators as a profession, we'll hear from one YouTuber over the impact its having on her.