CML reports 25pc drop in lending to lowest level in 2 years.
Ernst & Young ITEM Club predicts "rebalancing" of economy.
It is a "done deal", according to one well-informed source.
Deadline this week in long-running battle for the brewer.
Warning over effects of 'rushed' tax revamp for foreign wealth.
There are no plans to freeze withdrawals from property funds.
Ray Webster is to help overhaul the loss-making no-frills carrier.
Betting technology firm has delayed its float on Aim.