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…
PwC warns AI sceptics ‘have no place’ as firm accelerates shift to automated services
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’…
UK government backs away from AI copyright overhaul as licensing emerges as the battleground
UK government report on copyright and AI signals retreat from opt-out reforms, prioritising transparency and licensing. What it means for SMEs, creators and tech firms. Read more: UK government backs…
Rolls-Royce scraps 2030 all-electric target as demand softens
Rolls-Royce abandons its 2030 all-electric pledge, citing softer customer demand and changing regulations as luxury carmakers rethink EV strategies. Read more: Rolls-Royce scraps 2030 all-electric target as demand softens
Government urged to act as £2.5bn Chelsea sale funds remain frozen
Pressure mounts on the UK government to release £2.5bn from Chelsea’s sale as ministers prepare legal action against Roman Abramovich over Ukraine war funds. Read more: Government urged to act…
Candela raises €30m as electric ferries gain momentum amid fuel price surge
Electric vessel maker Candela secures €30m funding to scale hydrofoil ferry production as rising oil prices accelerate demand for zero-emission maritime transport. Read more: Candela raises €30m as electric ferries…