Farmers and business owners launch a High Court challenge against UK inheritance tax reforms, arguing the government failed to properly consult on major APR and BPR changes. Read more: Farmers…
Allica Bank has been named the UK’s most recommended business bank in the 2026 Banking & Finance Awards, as the fintech reaches a $1.2bn valuation and expands SME lending. Read…
More than a third of UK firms face rising AI-generated legal claims, increasing costs, cyber risk and pressure on in-house legal teams, new research finds. Read more: AI-generated legal claims…
Businesses in South Wales can apply for grants of up to £1.5m under a new Tata Steel transition fund aimed at boosting jobs, investment and green industry growth Read more:…
UK aims to produce 50% of its steel domestically as import quotas are cut and a 50% tariff introduced, sparking industry support and political criticism. Read more: UK sets 50%…
Nearly 400 UK employers fined £12.6m after underpaying 60,000 workers £7.3m, as minimum wage rates rise again in April 2026. Read more: Nearly 400 firms fined as minimum wage breaches…
Greene King plans to sell 150 pubs and convert another 150 as it adapts to rising costs, changing consumer behaviour and pressure across the UK hospitality sector. Read more: Greene…
Innovate UK will refocus its £1.1bn budget on high-potential startups, scaling back broad support to prioritise early-stage tech firms and drive UK economic growth. Read more: Innovate UK pivots funding…
The Peter Jones Foundation and FRP relaunch the UK’s National Entrepreneur of the Year competition for 2026, offering young founders grants, mentorship and national exposure. Read more: Peter Jones Foundation…
PwC’s US CEO says partners resisting AI risk being replaced as the firm moves towards automated services and subscription-based pricing models. Read more: PwC warns AI sceptics ‘have no place’…