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.
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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.
Six Affordable UK Country House Hotels with Spas
Beat the January blues with our pick of six charming UK country house hotels, each featuring a spa and rooms for under £160 per night. Perfect for a post-festive reset.
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.
UK Property Hotspots 2025: Plymouth, Stafford, Wigan Lead Growth
New Lloyds data reveals the UK's top property hotspots for 2025, with Plymouth seeing a 12.6% surge. Discover where values soared and where they fell sharply. Explore the full regional analysis now.
US expat's UK culture shock over pillow sizes
An American woman moving to the UK reveals her biggest surprise: UK pillows are larger, making her US bed linen useless. Discover the everyday items that differ across the Atlantic.
US expat's UK culture shock over pillow and butter sizes
An American woman moving to the UK shares her surprising packing mistakes, from ill-fitting bed linen to wrong-sized baking trays. Discover the everyday items that aren't standard globally.
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.
2025 on track to be UK's hottest year ever
The Met Office confirms 2025 is tracking to beat 2022 as the UK's warmest year on record, with an average temperature of 10.05°C. Discover the climate data and what it means for Britain's future.
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.
Family finds travelling world cheaper than UK rent
Chloe and Connor Ellis sold their Barnsley home and are now globetrotting with their two young sons, discovering that exploring Southeast Asia costs less than monthly rent in the UK. Follow their journey.
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.
UK business insolvencies surge 32% as crisis deepens
New data reveals a 32% spike in UK business distress as thousands of companies face collapse amid high interest rates and economic pressures, with construction and hospitality sectors hit hardest.
Wizz Air Launches Premium Cabin on European Routes
Hungarian airline Wizz Air shakes up European travel with new premium seating offering extra legroom, priority services and enhanced comfort at competitive prices.
Single mum builds £1.2M business from £50
After a devastating breakup left her with just £50, one determined mother transformed her life by creating a revolutionary baby product company that's changing parenting across the UK.
Harvard professor's 'easy A' marketing course exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals how a Harvard Business School marketing professor awards suspiciously high grades in what students call an 'easy A' course, raising questions about academic standards at the elite institution.
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.
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