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Russia linked to UK cyber attacks, Nato general warns
A senior Nato official warns Russia could be aiding ransomware groups targeting major British firms like M&S and Jaguar, prompting calls for a more aggressive Western response.
Top 10 UK Independent High Streets Revealed
Discover the UK's top 10 independent high streets, from Brighton to Edinburgh, as revealed by new American Express research. Support local businesses and plan your next visit!
55 UK Christmas Gifts Under £55 - Budget Guide
Discover 55 affordable Christmas gift ideas under £55 for everyone on your UK list. Our editors have found brilliant presents from British businesses. Find the perfect budget gift now!
Climate action declining in UK boardrooms before COP30
New research shows climate change is falling down corporate agendas despite approaching COP30. UK businesses must reverse this trend to meet climate commitments.
Budget crackdown on dodgy vape shops and candy stores
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is planning a Budget crackdown on rogue high street businesses like vape shops and barbers to revive town centres. Discover the new strategy.
UK Employers Face Hiring Crisis as Vacancies Soar
British businesses are grappling with an unprecedented employment crisis as job vacancies hit record highs while workers increasingly leave their roles, creating a perfect storm for employers across sectors.
Southampton Boat Show faces brutal budget uncertainty
The prestigious Southampton International Boat Show faces unprecedented challenges as government budget delays create a 'brutal' atmosphere, leaving marine businesses feeling 'very attacked' and threatening the future of this cornerstone UK marine event.
Birmingham Council Bankruptcy "Probably Avoidable" Says Expert
Exclusive analysis reveals Birmingham City Council's financial collapse might have been prevented as expert questions Labour leadership's decision-making in Britain's second city.
Birmingham Council Bankruptcy: Inside Britain's Worst Council Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals how accounting failures and political paralysis pushed Birmingham City Council into the biggest local government financial crisis in UK history, forcing devastating cuts to essential services.
Surrey Labour splits over £1.2bn council debt crisis
Exclusive: Labour faces internal division in Surrey as two councils consider breaking away amid government pressure to address catastrophic local authority debt. The political earthquake threatens Starmer's authority in traditional Tory heartlands.
Woking gets £500m bailout in council shake-up
The bankrupt Woking Borough Council secures a massive government rescue package as Surrey County Council takes control of key services in a dramatic local government overhaul.
Woking Council declares bankruptcy with £1.9bn debt
Woking Borough Council faces financial collapse with a staggering £1.9bn deficit, joining a growing list of UK local authorities in crisis. Discover how risky investments and government funding cuts created this perfect storm.
Scottish hydro firms face ruin over backdated rates
Small-scale hydro businesses in Scotland are confronting financial catastrophe after being hit with staggering backdated rates demands from assessors, threatening the future of renewable energy across the Highlands.
Byron Bay backlash over alcohol restrictions
Exclusive: The idyllic coastal town of Byron Bay is divided as residents fight back against controversial new liquor laws they claim are killing the town's vibrant nightlife and threatening local businesses.
Council Tax Crisis: Local Authorities Demand Funding Overhaul
UK councils issue urgent warning to Chancellor Rachel Reeves as financial pressures threaten essential services including social care, libraries and bin collections.
Cardiff Council abolishes cabinet system in governance overhaul
Cardiff Council votes to abolish its cabinet model, returning to a committee system that promises greater transparency and cross-party involvement in decision-making.
NZ Government Dramatically Cuts Māori Council Representation
New Zealand's coalition government has dramatically reduced guaranteed Māori representation on local councils, cutting dedicated seats by more than half in a move critics call a devastating blow to indigenous rights.
Labour warned against local election complacency
Shadow Commons leader Lucy Powell cautions Labour against complacency in upcoming May local elections, warning that writing off contests could prove costly for Starmer's government.
Steven Bartlett: Some businesses should go under
Social Chain entrepreneur Steven Bartlett delivers hard truths about business survival in current economic climate, revealing why some companies are doomed to fail.
Council uses anti-gang laws on small business planning breaches
A Labour-led council faces criticism for deploying serious crime prevention orders - designed to combat organised crime - against small businesses for minor planning violations, raising concerns about disproportionate use of power.
Scottish Business Confidence Hits Record Low
New survey reveals overwhelming pessimism among Scottish businesses as economic stagnation bites, with concerns mounting over rising costs and political uncertainty.
Kent Council declares financial emergency amid budget crisis
Kent County Council faces financial meltdown, proposing unprecedented council tax hikes and sweeping service cuts to avoid effective bankruptcy. Local residents brace for impact as authority warns of 'difficult decisions' ahead.
Jaguar Land Rover cyberattack disrupts UK production
A sophisticated cyberattack has disrupted production at Jaguar Land Rover's UK factories, raising serious concerns about cybersecurity vulnerabilities in Britain's automotive manufacturing sector.
Cornwall's £111k tourism website backfires spectacularly
Visit Cornwall's costly digital overhaul sparks controversy as anti-tourism messaging clashes with economic realities, leaving local businesses counting the cost of declining visitor numbers.
Labour unveils radical devolution plans for local power
Senior Labour figures Lucy Powell and Bridget Phillipson announce ambitious plans to devolve significant powers from Whitehall to local communities, marking a fundamental restructuring of British governance.
Nottinghamshire Council Reverses Journalist Ban
A Reform UK-led council in Nottinghamshire has reversed its decision to bar local journalists from meetings following widespread criticism and accusations of undermining democracy.
Northern Ireland Banknotes Rejected in Lancashire
Businesses in Southport are rejecting Northern Irish banknotes amid political tensions and economic uncertainty following Brexit, creating frustration for tourists and residents alike.
Supreme Court rules against business COVID insurance claims
Thousands of UK businesses face devastating financial consequences as Supreme Court rules in favour of insurers in landmark FCA test case.
Gen Z's Side Hustle Revolution: Teens Building Businesses
Exclusive report reveals how UK teenagers are leveraging social media and digital tools to launch micro-businesses, transforming the traditional entrepreneurial landscape and generating substantial incomes while still in education.
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