UK annual inflation drops to 15-month low
Britain's annual inflation rate dropped sharply in July to a 15-month low, official data revealed Wednesday, off the back of lower energy prices and in line with economists' expectations.
Driving Economic Growth Through Affordable Mini Digger Hire: An Unexplored Catalyst
Exploring the potential of budget-friendly mini digger rentals as an untapped driver of economic expansion.
Improved levels of care for teen mothers in Thailand
Teen mothers in Thailand are now receiving postpartum treatments and less stigmatisation.
CMA Clears UnitedHealth Group's £1.2 billion acquisition of EMIS following thorough investigation
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has provisionally approved UnitedHealth's £1.2 billion takeover of EMIS, citing no competition concerns, fostering collaborative healthcare technology advancements.
UK export finance secures £50 million loan for Trifast's global expansion
UK Export Finance secures a £50 million loan for Trifast's global expansion, driving innovation in industrial fastenings and uplifting partnerships, export growth, manufacturing support, innovation and economic development.
Driving Digital Transformation with the 8 Best UK IT Services Companies of 2023
Explore how the top 8 IT services companies in the UK are catalysing digital transformation through innovative solutions in 2023.
Landmark judgment upholds CMA's battle against unethical Pharmaceutical pricing practices
Competition Appeal Tribunal upholds CMA's verdict against Advanz Pharma for exorbitant pricing of liothyronine tablets, imposing £84M fine, marking a pivotal victory against pharmaceutical exploitation.
UK retail sales face July slump due to rainy weather, analysts optimistic for rebound
July's inclement weather caused a dip in UK retail sales, with indicators pointing to its substantial influence. However, analysts are optimistic about a potential resurgence in the second half of the year.
Retail industry has surpassed construction as the worst-affected sector
The retail sector has claimed a dominant position in UK business administrations, constituting a significant 16 per cent of all filings in H1 2023, as highlighted by a recent analysis.
PayPal debuts US dollar-backed stablecoin for payments
PayPal on Monday launched a stablecoin digital currency backed by US dollars to be used for transactions at its global online payments platform.
Many heat network customers are in line to receive fairer prices for their energy bills
Plans are being put in motion by the government to provide better consumer protection for heat network customers and reduce their energy bills.
UK travellers to be offered travel insurance against extreme heatwaves
July proved to be the hottest month in decades across the globe.
WHO declares that babies should be exclusively breastfed for the first six months of their lives
WHO and UNICEF encourage businesses to allow breastfeeding mothers in the workplace while new mothers speak out about the pressure to breastfeed.
Britain moves closer to a resilient social care workforce with £600 million funding
The government has announced £600 million in funding to build the social care workforce in the next two years and also prepare for the incoming winter.
Back on track: Europe's night trains make bumpy comeback
Night trains have made a comeback in Europe thanks to their low-carbon footprint, but after years of neglect, the renaissance has had a bumpy ride.
Amazon third-party sellers to receive fairer exposure from online retailers
CMA's concerns over unequal promotion on Amazon Marketplace have led the e-commerce platform to commit to ensuring Amazon third-party sellers are better treated.
Stocks advance cautiously ahead of central bank rate moves
European and US stocks mostly made cautious advances on Tuesday as investors awaited central bank rate decisions, while stimulus pledges by Chinese leaders dominated Asian trading.
IMF raises 2023 economic outlook but warns of slowing global growth
The International Monetary Fund has slightly upgraded its outlook for world growth this year on the back of resilient service sector activity in the first quarter and a strong labor market, the lender said Tuesday.
Will innovative finance tackle the sustainable development goals and save the planet?
The world is halfway to the 2030 deadline of the UN Sustainable Development Goals. As challenges abound, a crucial issue needs attention: how to foot the bill.
Holidaymakers 'risk their lives' by buying cocktails in popular Spanish town
The peak summer travel season is ongoing in most parts of Europe.
UK officially joins CPTPP trade group, opening doors to new opportunities
UK formally joins CPTPP trade group, opening doors to new opportunities for British businesses with reduced tariffs and increased investment.
How did this British startup earn nearly £30 million in sales during the pandemic?
British startup Luxtripper showed the way to recover from COVID-19 setbacks by building a resilient system within the past three years of turbulent times, gaining 144.87 per cent growth and £27.9 million in sales.
Barts Health NHS Trust faces ransomware threats from Russian organisation BlackCat
BlackCat issued a threat to Barts Trust, stating that the organisation had three days to establish contact regarding the cyber attack and data theft.
Government offers pay rises to millions of UK public sector workers
The offer comes amidst a backdrop of widespread strikes across the public sector over the past few months, with the government suggesting pay rises of between six per cent and 6.5 per cent for 2023-24.
Study reveals funding shortage forces UK SMEs to halt operations
A study by Manx Financial Group reveals that a significant number of UK SMEs have been forced to reduce or halt their operations due to a lack of funds.
A new set of clean maritime tech investments takes Britain closer to fulfilling its net zero target
In four rounds of competition, the best innovative technologies for the UK maritime sector like alternative fuels, offshore vessel charging systems, sustainable ferries, etc., were demonstrated.
UK food and drink sector expected to reach £315.2 billion by 2028
The UK food and drink sector is projected to reach £315.2 billion by 2028, a 19 per cent increase from 2023, according to IGD.
UK water crisis pollutes privatisation legacy
Britain's biggest water supplier staving off renationalisation, trains derailed by strikes and consumers suffering huge energy bills -- the nation's vital sectors are mired in chaos decades after their controversial privatisation.
Can the new NCSC's Active Cyber Defence programme enhance the UK's cybersecurity?
The NCSC's Active Cyber Defence programme focuses on transparency, automation, and collaboration to tackle evolving cyber threats and enhance cybersecurity resilience in the UK.
Businesses report record number of suspicious emails and URLs in 2022
A new report reveals a record-breaking 7.1 million suspicious emails and websites reported to authorities in 2022 – equivalent to one every five seconds.