Government poised to water down business rates for pubs
The UK government is set to offer a major reprieve to struggling pubs by scaling back planned business rates increases. Get the latest political news and updates.
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105 Private Schools Close After Labour's VAT Move
The Labour government's VAT imposition on private school fees has led to 105 closures in 12 months, sparking warnings of a detrimental impact on the state sector. Watch the video for the full analysis.
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.
Charity Sector Faces Ominous Financial Crunch in 2026
Britain's voluntary organisations are battling rising demand and falling funds. As Labour's 'covenant' is tested, we examine if the sector can survive doing more with less.
UK charities face funding crisis and rising demand
Britain's voluntary sector faces a severe financial crunch in 2026, with rising demand, falling donations, and government underfunding threatening vital services. Read the analysis and what must be done.
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.
Brits Drink Less Than Ever, Pubs Close Daily
UK adults are drinking less alcohol than at any time since 1990, averaging 10.2 drinks weekly. This trend, driven by health and cost, sees pubs closing daily. Discover the full impact.
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.
Pubs fear they won't survive 2026 due to cost crisis
UK pubs face a bleak festive season with bookings down 20%. Over 400 closed in 2024, with one shutting daily in 2025. Industry calls for urgent government action on business rates.
UK Q3 growth confirmed at 0.1% as economy slows
Official figures confirm UK economic growth slowed to 0.1% in Q3 2025, with a cyber attack on Jaguar Land Rover impacting manufacturing. Get the full analysis of the ONS data.
Warwick Ward Machinery enters administration, 89 jobs lost
Warwick Ward Machinery Ltd, a major UK plant dealer, has collapsed into administration after 55 years, with most of its 89 staff made redundant. Economic pressures and debt from an employee buyout cited as causes.
Girl, 7, finds joy through tech after blindness diagnosis
Brave Katie-Rae Edmunds, 7, who has had three open heart surgeries and is now blind, finds laughter again through Lifelites' sensory technology. Support our Christmas appeal to help more children.
CMA investigates ABF's Hovis acquisition
The Competition and Markets Authority has begun a formal investigation into Associated British Foods' purchase of Hovis. Discover the potential impact on the UK bakery sector.
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.
UK borrowing at £11.7bn, higher than forecasts
UK public sector borrowing fell to a four-year low for November but exceeded expectations, partly due to the government's reversal on winter fuel payments. Read the full analysis.
UK borrowing higher than expected after winter fuel U-turn
UK public sector borrowing fell to a four-year November low of £11.7bn but exceeded forecasts, partly due to the government's reversal on winter fuel payments. Discover the full impact on the nation's finances.
Government borrowing higher than expected in November
UK public sector borrowing fell to a four-year November low of £11.7bn but overshot forecasts due to winter fuel payment reversal. Explore the fiscal details.
UK farming sector 'bewildered and frightened', review finds
A major review by Baroness Minette Batters calls for a 'new deal' for UK farming, citing inheritance tax fears and payment uncertainty. Read the key recommendations and the government's response.
Public sector pay gap closes, pensions remain superior
Official Treasury guidance reveals state workers' pay has caught up with the private sector, with far more generous pensions. Chancellor Rachel Reeves urges pay restraint. Read the full analysis.
HP to Cut 6,000 Jobs in AI Restructuring Plan
HP announces up to 6,000 job cuts worldwide as it embraces AI to accelerate innovation. The move comes alongside a lower profit outlook and aims to save $1bn annually.
Kendall Resets AI Policy: Artists Must Be Paid
UK Technology Secretary Liz Kendall pledges to reset AI copyright debate, siding with artists against tech firms scraping work without payment. Read the latest developments.
Microsoft 'ripped off NHS' claims MP in contract row
Labour MP Samantha Niblett alleges Microsoft overcharged NHS in £700m deal as MPs call for more contracts with British tech firms. Read the full investigation.
ADHD engineer creates credit card-linked tech nails
London robotics engineer Eneni Bambara-Abban reveals how her ADHD inspired revolutionary wearable tech including payment-enabled nails and smart clothing. Discover how she's inspiring STEM diversity.
Australian Public Service Wages Jump 3.4%
New data reveals Australian public servants are enjoying their fastest wage growth in 15 years, outstripping private sector increases and raising questions about economic fairness.
King Charles honours NVIDIA chief in Chinese AI deal
The monarch's recognition of Jensen Huang comes amid heated debate over UK-China tech collaboration and its implications for global AI supremacy and scientific ethics.
Ukraine's Brave1 drone system devastates Russian forces
Ukraine's cutting-edge 'Brave1' drone defence system is systematically dismantling Russian military positions, with devastating new footage revealing the destruction of armoured vehicles and soldier positions in a high-tech battlefield revolution.
Blair: UK must lead quantum race or history won't forgive us
Former PM Tony Blair urges immediate action as Britain risks falling behind global rivals in the quantum computing revolution, calling it an economic and security imperative.
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