New Iran Tariffs and UK Illegal Working Crackdown
President Trump announces major tariffs on Iran trade partners. Meanwhile, the UK sees record arrests in an illegal working crackdown, and Labour faces pressure to quit X. Get the full briefing.
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Record illegal worker arrests in UK enforcement surge
UK immigration enforcement visits and arrests for illegal working soared to record levels in 2025. Discover the government's crackdown strategy and its impact on businesses.
Trump Delays Tariff Hikes on Furniture and Cabinets
President Trump postpones planned 30% and 50% tariffs on imported furniture and cabinets for a year, citing ongoing trade talks. Read the full details and implications.
China Imposes 42.7% Tariffs on EU Dairy Products
Beijing announces provisional tariffs up to 42.7% on EU dairy imports, retaliating against EU electric vehicle duties. The move escalates a tense trade standoff.
UK-US Agree Zero Tariff Deal on Medicines
The UK and US have agreed a three-year deal to maintain 0% tariffs on pharmaceuticals, aiming to boost trade and secure NHS access to new treatments. Read the full details.
UK and US agree zero tariff deal on medicines
The UK and US have agreed a three-year deal to maintain 0% import tariffs on pharmaceuticals, aiming to secure NHS access to cutting-edge treatments and boost investment. Read the full details.
UK-US set for zero-tariff pharma deal amid NHS price row
The UK is poised to strike a deal with the US removing tariffs on pharmaceuticals, following warnings of investment cuts. The agreement hinges on the NHS paying more for American medicines. Read the full details.
Canada unveils support for steel and lumber sectors
Canada's PM announces a £285m support package for steel and lumber industries crippled by US tariffs. Discover the new quotas and freight subsidies.
Trump's Pasta Tariffs Threaten UK Food Prices
Former President Donald Trump's proposed 25% tariff on EU pasta imports could significantly increase food costs for British consumers and disrupt supply chains.
Crackdown on illegal Fire Sticks targeting football pirates
A major nationwide operation is targeting sellers and users of illegal Amazon Fire TV sticks pre-loaded with unauthorised streaming apps for Premier League matches and premium content.
Aston Martin profit warning over Trump tariffs
British luxury car manufacturer Aston Martin faces significant financial headwinds from Trump-era tariffs and supply chain issues, prompting profit warnings and strategic reviews.
Trump tariffs threaten Christmas festival cancellations
Traditional Sinterklaas celebrations in Rhinebeck and beyond could be cancelled as Dutch organisers struggle with soaring costs from Trump's aluminium and steel tariffs, putting festive traditions at risk.
Trump's 25% Canada tariffs risk Reagan-era trade war
Donald Trump's proposed 25% tariffs on Canadian goods echo Ronald Reagan's 1980s trade war, risking economic damage and diplomatic fallout between the historic allies.
Trump threatens 25% tariffs on Canadian steel
Former President Donald Trump threatens to reignite trade tensions with a 25% tariff on Canadian steel, risking collateral damage to UK manufacturing and global supply chains.
TikTok landlords boast of letting to illegal migrants
Shocking investigation reveals landlords openly advertising properties exclusively for illegal immigrants on TikTok, sparking Home Office investigation into Britain's shadow rental market.
Krone halts US exports over hidden tariffs
German agricultural machinery manufacturer Krone suspends all US exports, blaming complex 'hidden tariffs' that make American market unprofitable despite strong demand.
Trump's Pasta Tariffs Threaten Italian Producers
Italian pasta producers face devastating 25% tariffs under Trump's new trade war, threatening centuries-old family businesses and the future of authentic Italian pasta exports to the US market.
Trump's $17 Trillion Tariff Plan Under Fire
Former President Donald Trump's controversial proposal to impose universal 10% tariffs on all imports could trigger the largest tax increase in modern history, raising serious concerns among economists and trade experts.
Business Chiefs Sound Alarm Over Trump's 10% Tariff Plan
Top US CEOs issue stark warnings as Donald Trump proposes sweeping 10% universal tariffs, threatening a new global trade war and price hikes for consumers.
Trump Tariffs Threaten Halloween Candy and Costume Prices
Former President Donald Trump's proposed 10% tariff on all imports could send the price of Halloween costumes, decorations, and candy soaring, industry leaders warn, threatening a chilling effect on the annual celebration.
US Court Strikes Down Trump Tariffs as Unconstitutional
A landmark US court ruling has struck down Donald Trump's signature tariffs on foreign steel and aluminium, declaring them an unconstitutional overreach of presidential power. The decision sends shockwaves through global markets and UK trade policy.
Illegal Traveller encampment invades Surrey's 'Millionaires' Village'
Residents of affluent Windlesham, Surrey, are in a standoff with an illegal Traveller site. Local authorities have begun legal action after caravans occupied a local field, prompting serious safety and environmental concerns.
Trump Visit Forces UK to Shelve US Steel Tariff Cuts
Plans to slash US steel tariffs have been abruptly shelved ahead of Donald Trump's UK visit, in a major diplomatic move to avoid a political row. The decision, seen as a concession to the former President, raises questions about UK trade policy independen
Trump's New EU Tariffs Spark Market Sell-Off
Global markets reel as former President Donald Trump announces sweeping new tariffs on the EU, targeting key industries from cars to pharmaceuticals. The move sends the pound and euro tumbling and casts a shadow over Novo Nordisk's major UK investment pla
Trump & Mandelson Deal Cuts Scotch Whisky Tariffs
In a major boost for Scotland's economy, former political heavyweights Donald Trump and Peter Mandelson have brokered a groundbreaking agreement to dramatically reduce punitive US tariffs on Scotch Whisky, ending a long-standing trade dispute.
Volkswagen Secures US Deal to Avoid Trump Tariffs on Luxury Cars
Exclusive: Volkswagen Group secures a pivotal agreement with the US Trade Representative, exempting its luxury car imports from crippling 25% tariffs and securing its $4bn South Carolina investment.
Trump's 25% Tariff on Hyundai & Kia Stuns Markets
In a dramatic escalation of his immigration policy, former President Donald Trump has announced a staggering 25% tariff on all Hyundai and Kia vehicles entering the United States. The move, which sent shockwaves through financial markets, is a direct reta
Trump's 'Department of War' Plan & Radical Tariffs
Exclusive: Donald Trump's seismic proposals to rebrand the Pentagon and impose massive tariffs on immigrant-sending nations send shockwaves through US political and defence establishments. Our live coverage analyses the implications.
Starmer backs Digital ID cards as Macron demands migration action
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer pushes for digital ID cards to modernise Britain, while French President Macron calls for urgent action against illegal working and Channel crossings in a landmark cross-Channel summit.
UK House Prices Drop as US Tariffs Hit Global Markets
UK property market faces sharp correction as mortgage rates bite, while new US tariffs on China trigger global factory slowdown and market volatility.
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