UK government considers rescue deal for Speciality Steel amid fears of collapse
The UK government is exploring emergency options to save Speciality Steel UK (SSUK), a major South Yorkshire steelmaker employing more than 1,400 people, as fears mount it could collapse into administration following a critical court hearing next week.Business Secretary Jonathan
UK economy shrinks again in May, fuelling fears of faltering recovery
The UK economy shrank for the second consecutive month in May, in an early setback for new Chancellor Rachel Reeves and a sign that the fragile recovery may be stalling.According to figures released this morning by the Office for National
MPs warn UK must not weaken listing rules for Shein amid human rights concerns
MPs have raised serious concerns that the UK could “compromise the integrity” of its financial markets by watering down listing rules to accommodate controversial fast-fashion giant Shein.In a strongly worded letter to the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), the cross-party Business
PPE Medpro trial ends with defence accusing DHSC of ‘bad claim’ and pandemic scapegoating
The High Court trial between PPE Medpro and the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) drew to a close on its twelfth day, as the defence delivered a final volley of arguments accusing the government of failing to mitigate
Sandbanks bubble bursts as buyers flee Labour’s ‘tax bombs’ for sunnier shores
Sandbanks, long considered Britain’s most exclusive coastal enclave, is facing a sharp slowdown in demand as punitive tax changes under both the Conservative and Labour governments send high-net-worth buyers fleeing to tax-friendlier destinations abroad.The Dorset peninsula, which once topped global
Poundland faces stock shortages as big brands tighten terms following £1 sale
Poundland is battling to keep shelves stocked after major consumer goods suppliers including Nestlé and Procter & Gamble reportedly tightened credit terms in response to mounting concerns over the retailer’s financial stability.The high street discount chain, which operates about 800
From Manila to Seoul: BlueWater Day Spa marks 20 years with global glow and local soul
A new era of wellness begins as BlueWater Day Spa unveils its newest brand ambassadors. From left: Korean actor and ambassador Choi Bo Min and Filipino actor-singer Teejay Marquez pose for the official campaign reveal.For 20 years, BlueWater Day Spa