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UK Sanctions on Russia to Intensify as Starmer Targets Putin’s War Economy

Prime Minister Keir Starmer will announce strengthened UK sanctions on Russia on Tuesday, aiming to curb Moscow’s military capabilities. The move comes as Russia continues its...

UK Steel Industry Future Strengthened by Major £500m Rail Contract

British Steel has secured a £500m five-year deal to supply train tracks for Network Rail, boosting the UK steel industry future. This agreement could help...

Winter Fuel Payment U-Turn Three-Quarters of Pensioners to Receive Support

The government has confirmed a major winter fuel payment U-turn, restoring benefits for millions of pensioners. Nearly nine million older adults in England and Wales...

OECD Warns UK Growth at Risk from Debt and Trade Barriers

The UK growth prospects is under threat from rising government debt and global trade tensions, according to the OECD. The influential policy group downgraded...

UK Steel Industry Dodges Trump’s 50% Tariff Hike For Now

The UK steel industry has narrowly escaped a sharp tariff increase imposed by US President Donald Trump. While the US raised steel and aluminum...

Nationalisation Debate Intensifies as Treasury Warns Defra Over £4bn Thames Water Bill

The nationalisation debate intensifies as the Treasury pressures Defra over Thames Water’s financial crisis. Britain’s largest water company faces collapse if private rescue bids...

Microsoft Data Centre Linked to £3 Million Bribery Allegations as SFO Launches Investigation

A major Microsoft data centre bribery investigation has triggered arrests and property raids across the UK after serious allegations surfaced involving two British construction...

P&O Ferries Auditor Resigns Amid Delays and Past Controversies

P&O Ferries has been dealt another blow as its long-time auditor has resigned. This marks the latest in a string of events, including the...

Peel Hunt Calls for ISA Reform to Boost UK Equity Investment

UK ISA reforms could soon redirect billions of pounds into the UK economy. Investment bank Peel Hunt has called for bold changes to revive...

UK Growth Forecast Slashed as Trump’s Tariffs Hammer Business and Consumer Confidence

The UK economy is facing a sharp slowdown over the next two years, as global trade tensions—driven by U.S. President Donald Trump’s new tariffs—weigh...

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