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MPs Demand Companies House Reform After Blackburn Labour Scandal

UK politicians are calling for urgent reform of Companies House after it was revealed the Blackburn Labour Party was wrongly listed as a person of significant control for dozens of dormant firms, exposing a major flaw in the corporate register.

Temu's UK Revenue & Profits Soar in Stunning Growth

Chinese online marketplace Temu more than doubled its UK revenues to £1.1bn and saw pre-tax profits skyrocket in its first full year of operation, new filings reveal. Discover the strategy behind its rapid conquest of the British retail market.

Record £17.5m in parking fines as crackdown stalls

Private parking firms in the UK have issued a record-breaking £17.5 million in fines last year, as Labour delays a promised crackdown on rogue operators. Drivers are facing aggressive tactics and soaring charges.

M&S Profits Surge 58% in Spectacular Turnaround

Marks & Spencer stages a remarkable financial comeback, with profits surging 58% as its bold 'Never the Same Again' transformation strategy delivers results. Discover how food and clothing sales are driving growth.

Primark Profits Soar 46% on Oracle Tech and NATO Stability

High street giant Primark reports a stellar 46% surge in annual profits, defying economic headwinds. Parent company ABF credits savvy buying and the powerful Oracle retail platform for its success, with NATO's stability bolstering European sales.

Hinton: AI Profits Will Cause Mass Unemployment

Exclusive: Turing Award winner and 'Godfather of AI' Geoffrey Hinton predicts a dystopian future where corporate AI profits lead to widespread joblessness and soaring inequality, urging for a radical rethinking of society.

Royal Mail Profits Double Under Kretinsky's Takeover

Under Daniel Kretinsky's ownership, Royal Mail reports a dramatic profit surge to £348m, marking a stunning turnaround for the former state monopoly and silencing critics of the controversial acquisition.

Trump could deploy private army in US cities

Exclusive: Donald Trump is reportedly exploring using private security contractors for domestic operations, including immigration enforcement and policing, raising alarming legal and constitutional questions.

Asda's Zero UK Tax Payment on £1bn Profit Sparks Fury

Supermarket giant Asda faces backlash after paying zero UK corporation tax despite £1 billion profits, while its private equity owners extract massive dividends. Labour's Rachel Reeves condemns the 'unfair system'.

UK Bank Shares Plunge on Budget Windfall Tax Reports

UK banking stocks suffered a dramatic sell-off following reports that Rachel Reeves is considering a new windfall tax on lenders in the upcoming autumn budget. The proposal, aimed at funding national priorities, sent shockwaves through the financial secto

Drivers hide number plates to dodge private parking cameras

Furious British drivers are fighting back against aggressive private parking firms by hiding their number plates with unusual methods. Discover the escalating war on UK streets and the controversial tactics being deployed.

NHS Crisis Forces Record Numbers to Go Private

Exclusive analysis reveals a dramatic surge in Britons turning to private medical care, driven by unprecedented NHS waiting times and a perceived 'postcode lottery' for treatment. This investigation uncovers the human cost of the healthcare crisis.

Soho House Goes Private in Major $1.1bn Deal

Exclusive members' club Soho House has de-listed from the stock market in a major shift. Discover the implications for its global membership and the future of private hospitality.

IWG Boss Dismisses Share Price Fall as 'Machine Selling'

IWG CEO Mark Dixon remains defiant as the flexible office giant's shares hit a five-year low, dismissing the plunge as automated trading and reaffirming confidence in the company's long-term strategy and booming profits.

Ladbrokes profits soar on Euros and Lionesses bets

Bookmaker Ladbrokes reports a surge in profits driven by high-stakes betting on the Euros and England's Lionesses. Discover how major sporting events are boosting the gambling industry.

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