UK Economy Shows Zero Growth in April as Sectors Struggle
Britain's economic growth ground to a halt in April with zero growth, raising concerns ahead of the upcoming budget announcement as construction and manufacturing sectors struggle.
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Dyson profits plummet 50% in challenging year
British tech giant Dyson faces a challenging year with profits nearly halving to £447m, as founder Sir James Dyson warns of 'difficult global conditions' impacting the premium appliance market.
The Fall of Wedgwood: How a British Icon Crashed
An investigation into the dramatic decline of Wedgwood, the iconic British pottery brand that once graced every middle-class home. Discover the business missteps and changing tastes that led to its downfall.
Cyber attack forces Jaguar Land Rover to pause production
Jaguar Land Rover has been forced to suspend production at its UK factories for a week in October following a significant cyber attack on a key parts supplier, causing major disruption.
King Charles visits BAE Systems nuclear submarine shipyard
The Monarch toured the shipyard where the new Dreadnought-class submarines are being built, meeting workers and emphasising the national importance of the defence project.
King Charles presides over major US-UK submarine contract signing
In a significant boost for British manufacturing and the AUKUS alliance, the US Navy has signed a multi-billion pound deal with BAE Systems in Barrow-in-Furness for nuclear submarine development, with the King presiding over the ceremony.
Renault's Electric Comeback: Regaining the Va-Va-Voom
Renault surges back to profitability with a bold €3bn cost-cutting plan and a renewed focus on affordable electric vehicles, signalling a major turnaround for the historic brand.
Stoke-on-Trent's Potteries Face an Existential Crisis
The iconic home of Wedgwood and a centuries-old ceramics industry confronts a perfect storm of economic pressures, energy costs, and a struggle for its very identity. Can the Potteries reinvent itself for the 21st century?
Vanilla Ice's £4.5M Property Empire: From Rap to Real Estate
90s rap icon Vanilla Ice unveils his astonishing property success, transforming a £3.5k investment into a £4.5 million fortune through strategic renovations and market savvy. Discover his secrets.
Jaguar Land Rover factories shut after major cyber attack
Exclusive: A severe ransomware attack has forced Jaguar Land Rover to halt production at its UK factories, raising major concerns over cybersecurity in Britain's critical manufacturing sector.
Worker Crushed by Machine at Palermo's Pizza Factory
A devastating industrial accident at a Palermo's Pizza factory in Wisconsin has claimed the life of a worker, who was tragically crushed by a dough machine. The incident has prompted a major investigation by OSHA.
Hyundai's £5.5BN Georgia EV Plant to Create 8,500 Jobs
In a landmark deal for US clean energy manufacturing, Hyundai Motor Group has confirmed a colossal £5.5 billion investment for a new electric vehicle and battery plant in Georgia, marking the largest economic development project in the state's history.
Clarks Opens Museum to Mark 200th Year in Street
Iconic British shoemaker Clarks unveils a treasure trove of memories with a new museum in its Somerset hometown, celebrating two centuries of craftsmanship, from the original 'Brown Peter' to modern designs.
Jaguar Land Rover Staff Data Compromised in Cyberattack
Jaguar Land Rover investigates a significant cyberattack compromising UK staff data. The breach, linked to a third-party vendor, exposes personal details including national insurance numbers.
Jaguar Land Rover Halts Production Amid Pay Dispute
Jaguar Land Rover suspends production at its Halewood plant following a significant vote by Unite union members to reject the company's pay offer and initiate industrial action.
AstraZeneca shifts cancer drug production from UK to Ireland
Pharmaceutical giant Merck to manufacture flagship cancer drug Lynparza at new €1 billion Irish facility, dealing significant blow to UK's life sciences sector and raising fresh post-Brexit trade concerns.
Family Firms: Labour Tax Plans Threaten Manufacturing Crisis
Exclusive: British family-owned manufacturers warn of investment freezes and potential closures as Labour's proposed tax changes threaten generational businesses. Industry leaders demand urgent government consultation.
Jaguar Land Rover Halts UK Production Amid Supply Crisis
Jaguar Land Rover announces a temporary shutdown of its UK factories, citing global supply chain disruptions. The move impacts production of key models and raises concerns for the British automotive sector.
Jaguar Land Rover Hit by Major Cyber Attack, Production Disrupted
UK automotive titan Jaguar Land Rover is grappling with a significant cyber attack that has disrupted production and compromised sensitive data. The incident raises serious concerns about cybersecurity in the British manufacturing sector.
Sustainable Textiles: Fashion's Green Revolution with Lauren Choi
Discover how Lauren Choi's innovative textile company is transforming fashion with mushroom leather and algae dyes, making sustainability the new industry standard.
Ford cuts 3,800 European jobs to fund electric vehicle push
Ford unveils sweeping European restructuring plan, slashing 3,800 jobs across Germany and the UK to accelerate its transition to an all-electric future, with Cologne set to become an EV manufacturing hub.
JLR Halts Production After Major Cyber Attack
Jaguar Land Rover's UK manufacturing operations have been brought to a standstill by a sophisticated cyber attack, halting production and sparking major supply chain disruptions.
Google's £1bn UK AI Investment Boost Amid Trump Visit
Chancellor Rachel Reeves secures landmark £1 billion Google investment in UK AI infrastructure, marking a significant vote of confidence in Britain's tech economy during high-profile Trump meeting.
Big Pharma's Billion-Pound Bet on Post-Trump UK
Major pharmaceutical giants AstraZeneca, MSD (Merck), and Eli Lilly announce massive new investments in UK research and manufacturing, signalling a major vote of confidence in the British life sciences sector following the US election result.
Tyson Foods axes high-fructose corn syrup
In a significant move, US food giant Tyson Foods announces it will remove high-fructose corn syrup from its products, responding to growing consumer demand for healthier ingredients.
Lancashire Crisps Saved in Rescue Acquisition Deal
Beloved British crisp brand Lancashire Crisps has been saved from collapse after being acquired out of administration, securing jobs and the future of the iconic Northern snack maker.
Scotland Accuses UK Government of Economic Sabotage Over Yorkshire Deal
John Swinney claims Westminster is deliberately undermining Scottish economy by diverting a major foreign investment to Yorkshire, sparking a major constitutional row.
UK's £1.2bn AUKUS Shipyard Investment for Nuclear Subs
The UK and Australian governments commit £1.2bn to modernise Henderson Shipyard, positioning it as a cornerstone of the AUKUS nuclear submarine programme and safeguarding thousands of skilled jobs.
Toyota's $8bn Kentucky EV Bet: 700 New Jobs
Toyota announces a massive $8 billion investment in its Kentucky facility, creating 700 new jobs and launching a new three-row electric SUV, signalling a major shift towards electrification.
Cyber Attack Halts Jaguar Land Rover Production
UK manufacturing giant Jaguar Land Rover is grappling with severe production delays after a sophisticated cyber attack targeted its internal servers, causing significant disruption to its UK operations.
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