Bristol’s new arena sets sights on hosting the Brit Awards
Bristol's new 20,000-seat Aviva Arena, built on Concorde's former home at Filton Airfield, aims to host the Brit Awards and attract global tours when it opens in late 2028. Read…
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GB News makes its pitch for a slice of public broadcasting funds
Loss-making broadcaster GB News has urged the government to open up public service media grants to competitive tender, arguing funding should not be reserved exclusively for the BBC. Read more:…
Businesses shoulder a £200 billion National Insurance Bill as payroll tax receipts surge 40% since pandemic
HMRC data reveals national insurance contributions have risen nearly 40% to £198bn since 2019-20, as employer NIC hikes, minimum wage increases and rising costs pile pressure on British businesses. Read…
Budget tax breaks worth £100m come into force for founders and start-ups
Budget measures expanding EMI scheme eligibility, EIS and VCT limits now in force, with the government expecting £100m in additional investment for Britain's fastest-growing companies. Read more: Budget tax breaks…
Vince calls on Miliband to halt North Sea oil exports as Iran war rattles supply
Labour donor Dale Vince tells Ed Miliband to halt North Sea oil exports and shield Britain from Iran-driven fuel shortages, as crude tops $109 a barrel. Read more: Vince calls…
Easter and Eid collision sends British lamb prices to a record high
British lamb prices surge to record highs as Easter and Eid drive demand, with supermarket legs topping £16/kg and the UK flock at its lowest in living memory. Read more:…
Labour’s tax uncertainty is pushing Britain’s wealthiest towards the exit
Two-thirds of Britain's ultra-wealthy have considered leaving the UK, with inconsistent tax policies cited as a bigger factor than high rates, according to a new BDO survey of multi-millionaires. Read…
Reform UK becomes first British political party to launch its own podcast
Reform UK is launching a weekly podcast offering behind-the-scenes access to Nigel Farage and senior party figures, becoming the first British political party to produce its own show. Read more:…
OpenAI’s flagship UK data centre hits the buffers in blow to Starmer’s AI ambitions
OpenAI's flagship Stargate data centre in Tyneside has stalled with no updated timeline, casting doubt over the government's AI infrastructure ambitions and Keir Starmer's growth agenda. Read more: OpenAI’s flagship…
Amazon bets on Whole Foods to salvage its troubled UK grocery ambitions
Amazon is repurposing its shuttered Fresh convenience stores as Whole Foods outlets in London, but with cumulative losses exceeding £200m, questions remain over the strategy's viability. Read more: Amazon bets…