July 27 (Reuters) - The following are the top stories on the business pages of British newspapers. Reuters has not verified these stories and does not vouch for their accuracy.

The Times

- Another 50 million pounds ($64.69 million) being pledged by British Gas to help customers struggling with energy bills as it seeks to head off criticism of its record half-year profit.

- UK's Information Commissioner's Office said it had asked UK Finance, the banking trade body, to remind members of "their responsibilities to the public" when handling sensitive information.

The Guardian

- Lawyers for the British billionaire Joe Lewis have accused prosecutors of making an "egregious" mistake, as the 86-year-old pleaded not guilty to multiple counts of securities fraud and conspiracy.

- British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Chancellor Jeremy Hunt have been accused of "damaging UK plc" and failing to follow due process amid concern over anonymous briefings that triggered the early-hours resignation of NatWest boss Dame Alison Rose.

The Telegraph

- The chief executive of Lloyds Banking Group has said he is in no rush to sell The Telegraph after seizing control from the Barclay family in a dispute over debts secured against the business.

- Vauxhall owner Stellantis has warned of a coming "invasion" of cheap Chinese cars as it pressures its suppliers to cut costs to compete.

Sky News

- THG, the London-listed online health and beauty retailer, is in advanced talks to buy City AM, the London-based business newspaper which is teetering on the brink of administration.

- Lloyds Banking Group has revealed a fresh £700 million ($905.66 million) provision for bad loans in the tough economy but raised dividends to shareholders on the back of rising profits.

The Independent

- The European Union has passed a new law to cover the continent in fast charging stations in order to meet the growing demand of electric cars.

($1 = 0.7729 pounds) (Compiled by Bengaluru newsroom)