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Cybercrime is a growing problem in the UK. Recent government research suggests that two thirds of big UK businesses have been hit by a cyber attack in the past year. That's also reflected in a new survey carried out by the Federation of Small Businesses. In the first report of its kind, they asked over a thousand companies for their experience and found that many had been hit more than once. Security Minister John Hayes says a lot of work is being done to ensure that companies have the information they need to protect themselves. He also says tougher penalties are needed.

This year a handful of music festivals have folded, leaving ticket holders disappointed. How easy is it to run a successful festival and keep it going year after year? The Association of British Festival Organisers says there are as many as 1000 festivals each year, but that figure fluctuates. Organisers say that they should be run like a proper business and that the financial risks are high.

Have you ever considered hiring a top chef to cook a special meal in your home? Former Masterchef finalist Luke Owen is available to hire for private dining parties. He prepares everything in your kitchen and even does the washing up. But is this part of a broader trend? It can cost up to 拢90 per head and is a unique experience, but is it good value?

Presenter: Winifred Robinson
Producer: Jess Quayle.