Legal AI firm Harvey signs Suits star Gabriel Macht in rare B2B brand deal
Legal tech firm Harvey partners with Suits actor Gabriel Macht in a rare B2B celebrity deal as it pushes global growth and AI adoption in law firms. Read more: Legal…
Farmers launch High Court challenge over inheritance tax reforms amid consultation row
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 named most recommended business bank as fintech unicorn momentum builds
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…
AI-generated legal claims add to cost burden on British businesses
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…
Tata Steel transition fund opens with grants of up to £1.5m for Welsh businesses
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 sets 50% domestic steel target as tariffs ramp up on imports
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 firms fined as minimum wage breaches hit 60,000 workers
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 to sell 150 pubs as operator reshapes estate amid mounting cost pressures
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 pivots funding to back high-growth firms and future ‘industry giants’
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…
Peter Jones Foundation and FRP relaunch national entrepreneur of the year competition for 2026
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…