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BVCA rebrands to UK Private Capital

The British Private Equity & Venture Capital Association changes name to UK Private Capital, reflecting its expanded role in the UK's £13,000 company-strong investment landscape. Discover the strategic move.

Private Equity 2026: AI Caution & Slower Deals

Private equity deals will take longer in 2026 as firms use continuation vehicles. AI caution grows, while £893tn of 'dry powder' fuels public-to-private deals. Expert analysis inside.

AI Chatbot Trained to Spot Mental Health Issues in Uganda

A groundbreaking AI project in Uganda is using helpline calls to train a therapy chatbot in local languages, aiming to bypass stigma and address the severe mental health workforce shortage. Discover how technology could reshape global care.

Private MRI scans offer faster results amid NHS waits

Facing long NHS waiting lists, patients are turning to private scans for results in days. Services like Scan.com offer MRI scans from £300 with direct booking. Discover a quicker path to diagnosis.

Oakley Capital buys GLAS in £1bn+ finance deal

Private equity firm Oakley Capital, backer of Time Out, secures a majority stake in loan administration leader GLAS. The £1bn+ deal signals major growth in private credit. Discover the details.

Spire Healthcare Sets Takeover Bid Deadline

Spire Healthcare, the UK's largest private hospital group, has set a 20 January deadline for suitors to express takeover interest. Learn about the shareholder pressure and potential sale.

11 PE-Backed Firms Fail UK Climate Disclosure Rules

A new report identifies 11 portfolio companies owned by major private equity firms as non-compliant with UK mandatory climate-related financial disclosures. Discover the firms involved and the regulatory implications.

Ofcom fines porn firm £1m over child safety failures

Ofcom issues a £1m fine to a pornography company for weak age checks. As threats like deepfakes and AI chatbots grow, experts demand faster action to protect children online. Read the full analysis.

FCA to regulate ESG ratings providers in UK

The Financial Conduct Authority will now oversee ESG ratings agencies to tackle transparency and conflict of interest concerns. A consultation is open until March 2026.

PFI NHS Buildings: Design Flaws & High Costs

Architect Martin Cook warns against repeating PFI mistakes for NHS buildings, citing poor design quality and escalating maintenance costs. Learn why this procurement model failed.

Illegal weight-loss drugs sold via Trustpilot in UK

Exclusive investigation reveals unlicensed weight-loss drugs being sold by companies with glowing Trustpilot reviews. Experts warn of serious health risks and call for urgent online regulation.

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