Hakluyt Taps Sedwill and Boro for Board Roles

Strategic advisory firm Hakluyt strengthens its board with former cabinet secretary Lord Mark Sedwill and Economist Group CEO Lara Boro, enhancing its geopolitical and digital expertise.

Raylo Raises £30m for US Launch

Tech rental service Raylo has secured £30m in funding from Citibank and NatWest, valuing the company at £150m. The investment will support its US expansion and new partnership with LG.

Very Deep Poverty at 30-Year High in UK

The Joseph Rowntree Foundation reports 6.8 million people in the UK are living in very deep poverty, the highest level in over three decades.

Washing Machine Destroys £1,000 of Clothes

A reader's faulty Grundig washer-dryer repeatedly burnt and shrivelled clothes, causing £1,000 in damage. Despite warranty repairs, the issue persisted, leading to a consumer rights battle.

Freedom Fibre and Truespeed Close to Merger

Two leading UK broadband altnets, Freedom Fibre and Truespeed, are in advanced merger talks, backed by investors including Aviva and Equitix, aiming to create a major player with over 400,000 premises.

US Dollar Plunge: Global Impact and UK Effects

The US dollar's dramatic decline continues with no end in sight, driven by Trump policies and market fears. Explore the global ramifications and specific implications for UK travellers, businesses, and investors.

EasyJet's £5.99 Bag Price Ruled Misleading by ASA

The Advertising Standards Authority has banned easyJet from claiming large cabin bags cost 'from £5.99', after an investigation found prices averaged £30, deeming the marketing misleading for consumers.

BA Plane Loses Wheel in Las Vegas Take-Off

A British Airways Airbus A350-1000 bound for London lost a rear wheel during take-off from Las Vegas, but landed safely in the UK with no injuries reported.

UK Businesses Need Clear China Strategy Framework

Business leaders call for a predictable UK-China strategy to replace reactive policy, enabling firms to manage risk, diversify supply chains, and leverage service sector opportunities amid complex global trade dynamics.

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