Birmingham bin strike escalates as agency staff join walkout
Agency workers covering for striking Birmingham bin crews have themselves voted for strike action over alleged bullying and harassment, deepening the long-running dispute. Read the latest.
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Starmer's Budget: Welfare Reform & Economic Growth
PM Keir Starmer defends Budget decisions, outlining welfare system reforms and a £250bn industrial strategy to boost growth and lower living costs for Britons.
Sydney recycling plant explosion rains concrete debris
Massive chemical recycling plant explosion in Sydney sends fireball 500ft high, injuring firefighters and raining concrete debris. Investigation underway into cause of inferno.
Industrial chemist Bill McNally dies aged 89
Bill McNally, the industrial chemist whose pipeline protection work earned two Queen's Awards, has died aged 89. Discover his remarkable journey from Bootle to international success.
UK Budget must prioritise tax certainty for growth
Ahead of the November Budget, EY's Chris Sanger argues for a stable, predictable tax system aligned with the UK's 10-year Industrial Strategy to boost investment and competitiveness.
UK Industry Energy Crisis: Urgent Action Needed
UK manufacturers face devastating energy costs as key factories close. The government's delayed support scheme must be fast-tracked to prevent further deindustrialisation.
UK Manufacturing Output Plummets Since Pandemic
UK manufacturing output falls at its fastest rate since the pandemic, new CBI data reveals. As the Budget looms, the sector pleads for certainty. Read the full analysis.
JPMorgan aims to double UK private banking business
JPMorgan's UK private banking head reveals ambitious five-year growth strategy to double business, focusing on wealthy entrepreneurs and international clients.
Homeless man crushed in bin lorry tragedy in Northampton
Sajmir Beca, 30, died after seeking shelter from cold in industrial bin. The incident highlights dangers faced by rough sleepers during winter months.
MHA revenue up 13% after London listing success
MHA reports impressive 13% revenue growth to £56.1m following its London stock market debut. Discover how the accounting firm plans to expand its private equity and international services.
How Sports Tribes Drive Fandom and Commercial Growth
Discover why tribal identity is crucial for sports success and how governing bodies can nurture organic growth while balancing commercialisation challenges in modern fandom.
NHS Doctors' Strike: Veteran Exposes Pay Crisis
Retired consultant reveals junior doctors worked 80-100 hour weeks for 'pittance' as current strikes continue. Read why decades of being 'cheap labour' fuels NHS discontent.
UK wages won't recover 2021 purchasing power until 2044
New analysis reveals UK workers have lost over £4,000 in spending power since 2021, with real wages not expected to recover until 2044. Discover the economic factors behind this decline.
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Inflation falls to 3.6% amid rising food costs
UK inflation eased to 3.6% in October, but food prices climbed to 4.9%. The Bank of England faces pressure on interest rate decisions. Read the latest economic analysis.
Joseph Wright's Derby: Art, Industry & Inspiration
Explore Derby through the eyes of Joseph Wright. A new London exhibition celebrates the artist inspired by the Peak District's landscapes and the Industrial Revolution.
Hedgehog vs Fox: The Business Growth Strategy
Entrepreneur Richard Harpin reveals why focusing on fewer products drives international expansion. Learn how 'de-evolution' can accelerate your business growth through disciplined decision-making.
Why hair grows slower in winter and how to fix it
Hair expert explains the science behind slower winter hair growth and reveals simple routine changes and supplements to boost growth during colder months.
SNP: Scotland's £28m fishing fund 'an insult'
SNP minister Mairi Gougeon condemns UK government's £28m fishing allocation for Scotland as 'unacceptable insult'. Holyrood to vote on demanding fair share.
Executive MBA Drives Finance Leader's Global Growth
Discover how Harry Young's Executive MBA at Bayes Business School equipped him with the strategic toolkit to steer his company's international expansion and M&A strategy.
CEOs say Labour not doing enough for business
BGF CEO Andy Gregory reveals business leaders feel Starmer and Reeves lack empathy for entrepreneurial challenges. Survey shows tax rise fears are hindering long-term investment plans across the UK.
Agency staff join Birmingham bin strike
Agency workers hired to cover Birmingham's long-running bin strike are now joining the industrial action over claims of bullying and unsustainable workloads, potentially extending the dispute until 2026.
Haldane: Budget Speculation Hurting UK Growth
Former Bank of England chief Andy Haldane warns daily tax rise speculation is causing businesses and consumers to 'hunker down', stifling growth. Read his urgent call for reform.
Ninety One Assets Jump 20% Amid Positive Flows
Asset manager Ninety One reports 20% AUM growth to £143.2bn as quarterly flows turn positive. Discover how emerging markets performance drove this recovery.
UK Business Activity Rebounds Before Budget
UK private sector activity saw its largest monthly rise this year in October, but growth faces threats from Autumn Budget speculation. Discover the key economic trends.
NHS: Doctor strike turnout shows decline
NHS chief reports encouraging signs of reduced junior doctor strike participation as five-day walkout continues. Health Secretary criticises impact on patients.
Farage is today's Enoch Powell, says minister
Business Secretary Peter Kyle warns that without sustained economic growth, trust in democracy diminishes and far-right parties like Reform UK gain appeal. Read the full analysis.
Explosion near Buenos Aires airport injures 15
A huge explosion at an agrochemical factory near Buenos Aires sent a mushroom cloud into the sky, injuring at least 15 people and causing major flight disruptions. Follow for live updates.
JLR cyber attack cost £200m, hit UK economy
A major cyber attack on Jaguar Land Rover cost the firm nearly £200m and was a significant factor in the UK's economic contraction in September. Discover the full impact.
Five-Day NHS Doctor Strike Begins in England
Junior doctors in England begin a five-day strike over pay erosion. Learn how this 13th walkout since 2023 affects NHS services and the ongoing dispute with the government.
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