Business confidence weakens sharply as hiring falls
Key surveys reveal UK business confidence fell sharply at the end of 2025, with hiring declining amid rising costs. Discover the mixed outlook for 2026.
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Labour's Business Pledge Fails Amid Tax and Policy Chaos
Labour's claim to be the 'party of business' rings hollow as new taxes, rising costs, and policy reversals cripple UK firms. Business confidence hits a new low. Read the full analysis.
Weymouth Pedalo Firm Closes, Blames Labour Tax Hikes
A family-run pedalo business on Weymouth Beach shuts after 50 years, citing soaring costs from Labour budgets and regulations. Discover the impact on UK seaside tourism.
UK Family Firms: 78% Pessimistic, Prefer 1970s Tax Climate
A stark new survey reveals deep pessimism among UK family businesses, with most viewing the 1970s as a better era for tax and regulation. Read the full report on the growing disconnect with government.
Sainsbury's meal deal includes hot curry, shoppers amazed
A Sainsbury's customer was stunned to find a hot Thai green chicken curry in the meal deal selection. The discovery, hailed as a 'game-changer', is part of the supermarket's upgraded premium options.
One UK Pub Closed Every Day in 2025, Data Reveals
New data shows 366 British pubs were demolished or converted in 2025, a rate of one per day. Industry leaders warn of a 'drastic' situation as business rates are set to rise. Read the full analysis.
UK Airport Tax Hike to Drive Up Air Fares
UK travellers face higher ticket prices as regional airports grapple with 'unprecedented' property tax increases. Find out which airports are worst hit.
FTSE 100 Climbs as US Economy Outperforms Forecasts
The FTSE 100 closed higher on Tuesday, buoyed by stronger-than-expected US economic growth and a rise in UK business confidence. Discover the key market movers and economic data driving sentiment.
TGI Fridays UK files for administration again
The UK operator of TGI Fridays has filed to appoint administrators for the second time in December, seeking a rescue deal for its 49 restaurants and 2,000 staff. Read the latest on the chain's future.
Chancellor Reeves' tax policies threaten UK pubs and economy
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces backlash as new business rates and NI hikes cripple pubs like Pudsey's Marsh Inn. Experts warn of 2,000 closures. Is Labour's economic stewardship failing? Read the full analysis.
DIY Giant Toolstation Enters Administration, 100+ Jobs Lost
Major UK DIY supplier Toolstation has entered administration, with staff told to stay home and more than 100 roles set to be cut. Get the latest updates on this breaking story.
UK's Top 20 Engineering Feats Ranked in New Poll
From the London Underground to the World Wide Web, discover the UK's most impressive engineering feats in a new ranking. 94% of Brits take pride in this heritage. Explore the full list and insights.
London business activity hits 13-month high
London's private sector surges with strongest growth in over a year, outpacing national average as business confidence soars across the capital.
SpudBros accused of bullying small business over name
Fast-growing potato bar chain SpudBros faces bullying allegations after demanding small business Spud Brothers change its name in a bitter trademark dispute that's left the food industry divided.
Scottish Tax Gap Crisis: Business Leaders Sound Alarm
Industry experts warn Scotland's tax competitiveness is at risk as the revenue gap with the rest of the UK fails to narrow, despite temporary relief measures for businesses facing new tariffs.
Newcastle: UK's fastest-growing business city
Exclusive analysis reveals Newcastle's remarkable economic transformation, with business growth rates surpassing London and Manchester. Discover the sectors driving this Northern powerhouse revolution.
SpudBros accused of bullying small business in trademark row
A family-run potato business faces David vs Goliath battle after SpudBros allegedly threatened legal action over similar branding in what's being called corporate bullying of small UK enterprises.
Dick Smith: Albanese failing Australian business
Australian entrepreneur Dick Smith delivers scathing criticism of Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's leadership, claiming Australian businesses are 'going backwards' under his government amid cost of living pressures.
Corporate Jargon Secretly Drives Business Success
Groundbreaking research reveals that seemingly pointless corporate language like 'blue-sky thinking' and 'touching base' actually builds crucial team cohesion and drives company performance.
Dragons' Den's Biggest Business Failures Exposed
Discover the jaw-dropping stories behind the biggest investment disasters and entrepreneurial nightmares that even the sharpest Dragons couldn't salvage.
Trump's Bold Bid for London Stock Exchange Expansion
Exclusive: Donald Trump's financial ambitions take aim at London's financial crown jewel as his team explores strategic moves for North American expansion of LSEG operations.
Real-Life Succession Battle in British Tech Dynasty
The latest episode of The Guardian's 'Gina' podcast reveals a dramatic power struggle within a British tech empire that mirrors the hit TV series Succession, featuring boardroom coups and family betrayal.
Real-Life Succession: Tech Heiress's Power Battle
The gripping story of Gina, a modern tech dynasty heiress, battling corporate intrigue and family betrayal in a high-stakes power struggle that mirrors the hit TV drama.
Real-Life Succession: Tech Family Feud Exposed
A gripping podcast reveals the explosive boardroom battle that tore apart a tech dynasty, exposing the brutal reality of family business succession when billions are at stake.
Real-Life Succession: Inside the Billion-Dollar Dynasty Battle
Exclusive insight into the gripping corporate power struggle that mirrors HBO's Succession, featuring family betrayal and high-stakes tech empire warfare.
Real-Life Succession: The Gina Corporate Drama
Dive into the gripping corporate drama unfolding in Episode 3 of The Guardian's podcast series, revealing a modern-day succession battle that mirrors the hit TV show.
Real-Life Succession: Tech Empire Family Feud
A gripping tale of family betrayal, corporate espionage, and the dramatic power struggle behind one of Britain's most successful tech companies. Discover how a daughter's quest for control turned into a boardroom war worthy of television drama.
Real-Life Succession: Tech Dynasty Power Struggle
A gripping new podcast reveals the explosive family power struggle behind a global tech empire, where corporate ambition clashes with blood ties in a drama mirroring the hit TV series.
Australian CEO Bonus Scandal: Time for Corporate Reform
As Australian executives pocket record bonuses while workers struggle, experts question whether the cult of CEO worship has gone too far. Discover why corporate leadership needs radical reform.
SF's Mission Hunan closes after 35 years due to homeless housing
A cherished family-run Chinese restaurant in San Francisco is shutting its doors after 35 years, blaming a nearby homeless housing development for devastating business and safety concerns that drove away customers.
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