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Latest News:

  • UK and Ireland strengthen economic partnership as £937m investment set to create 850 jobs
  • F1 set to cancel Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix amid Middle East conflict
  • UK economy stalls in January as hospitality slowdown drags growth to zero
  • Maersk halts operations at Oman port after drone strike widens Iran conflict disruption
  • Savills agrees $1bn deal to buy Eastdil Secured in major US expansion push
  • Former RBS manager admits taking £600,000 in bribes from struggling business customers
  • UK economy stalls in January as growth fears mount amid Iran conflict
  • Jo Malone sued by Estée Lauder over use of her own name in Zara fragrance collaboration
  • Labour workers’ rights law could hit Gen Z jobs hardest, retailers warn
  • John Lewis reinstates staff bonus after four-year hiatus
The UK and Ireland have strengthened their economic partnership as leaders gathered in Cork for the second UK-Ireland Summit, where Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announced £937 million in new Irish investment expected to create around 850 jobs across the United Kingdom.

UK and Ireland strengthen economic partnership as £937m investment set to create 850 jobs

The UK and Ireland deepen economic ties as £937m in Irish investment creates 850 jobs and new energy interconnectors strengthen energy security at the UK-Ireland Summit in Cork.

Formula 1 is expected to cancel the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix as the escalating conflict in the Middle East continues to destabilise the region, with the decision likely to reduce the 2026 calendar to 22 races.

F1 set to cancel Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix amid Middle East conflict

Formula 1 is expected to cancel the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix due to escalating conflict in the Middle East, reducing the 2026 calendar to 22 races.

The UK economy stalled at the start of the year as households cut back on discretionary spending, with restaurants and food services experiencing a sharp decline in activity.

UK economy stalls in January as hospitality slowdown drags growth to zero

UK GDP showed zero growth in January as households cut spending on restaurants and hospitality, highlighting a fragile economy ahead of potential inflation shocks from the Middle East conflict.

Global shipping giant Maersk has suspended operations at the Port of Salalah in Oman after a drone attack struck oil storage facilities at the strategic logistics hub, intensifying concerns about global trade disruption as the conflict involving Iran spreads across the Gulf.

Maersk halts operations at Oman port after drone strike widens Iran conflict disruption

Shipping giant Maersk has suspended operations at Oman’s Port of Salalah after a drone strike on oil storage facilities, highlighting growing disruption to global trade routes amid the escalating Iran conflict.

Savills has agreed a deal worth close to $1 billion to acquire US property investment bank Eastdil Secured, marking a significant strategic move aimed at strengthening the British real estate group’s presence in the lucrative American market.

Savills agrees $1bn deal to buy Eastdil Secured in major US expansion push

Savills has agreed a $921m deal to acquire US property investment bank Eastdil Secured, strengthening its position in the American market as the estate agency posts a 14% rise in annual profits.

Entrepreneur and television personality Trinny Woodall has said artificial intelligence could become a powerful tool for women looking to advance in their careers, after pausing operations at her cosmetics company to train staff in AI skills.

Trinny Woodall says AI can help women gain an edge in the workplace

Trinny London founder Trinny Woodall says artificial intelligence can help women advance their careers after training 150 employees in AI tools at her £70m cosmetics company.

Just Eat Takeaway.com is expanding its push towards sustainable food delivery packaging by introducing a new range of plastic-free takeaway boxes across ten European markets, using a plant-based coating designed to replace conventional plastic linings.

Just Eat Takeaway.com rolls out plastic-free takeaway boxes across Europe

Just Eat Takeaway.com is introducing plastic-free takeaway boxes across 10 European markets using Xampla’s Morro™ plant-protein coating, offering a recyclable alternative to traditional plastic-lined food packaging.

A former Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) manager has admitted accepting more than £600,000 in bribes from struggling business owners while working in the bank’s controversial Global Restructuring Group (GRG), a division previously accused of mistreating thousands of small companies.

Former RBS manager admits taking £600,000 in bribes from struggling business customers

A former Royal Bank of Scotland manager has pleaded guilty to bribery after admitting he took more than £600,000 from struggling business customers while working in the bank’s controversial Global Restructuring Group.

The UK government has unveiled a new online tool designed to help households and businesses track the rollout of gigabit-capable broadband across the country, offering greater transparency over when faster connectivity will reach local communities.

Government launches postcode checker to track gigabit broadband rollout across UK

The UK government has launched a new postcode checker allowing households and businesses to track when gigabit broadband will reach their area as Project Gigabit expands rural connectivity.

  1. UK and Ireland strengthen economic partnership as £937m investment set to create 850 jobs
  2. F1 set to cancel Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix amid Middle East conflict
  3. UK economy stalls in January as hospitality slowdown drags growth to zero
  4. Maersk halts operations at Oman port after drone strike widens Iran conflict disruption
  5. Savills agrees $1bn deal to buy Eastdil Secured in major US expansion push
  6. Trinny Woodall says AI can help women gain an edge in the workplace
  7. Just Eat Takeaway.com rolls out plastic-free takeaway boxes across Europe
  8. Former RBS manager admits taking £600,000 in bribes from struggling business customers
  9. Government launches postcode checker to track gigabit broadband rollout across UK

Latest News…

The UK and Ireland have strengthened their economic partnership as leaders gathered in Cork for the second UK-Ireland Summit, where Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announced £937 million in new Irish investment expected to create around 850 jobs across the United Kingdom.

UK and Ireland strengthen economic partnership as £937m investment set to create 850 jobs

The UK and Ireland deepen economic ties as £937m in Irish investment creates 850 jobs and new energy interconnectors strengthen energy security at the UK-Ireland Summit in Cork.

Formula 1 is expected to cancel the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix as the escalating conflict in the Middle East continues to destabilise the region, with the decision likely to reduce the 2026 calendar to 22 races.

F1 set to cancel Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix amid Middle East conflict

Formula 1 is expected to cancel the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix due to escalating conflict in the Middle East, reducing the 2026 calendar to 22 races.

The UK economy stalled at the start of the year as households cut back on discretionary spending, with restaurants and food services experiencing a sharp decline in activity.

UK economy stalls in January as hospitality slowdown drags growth to zero

UK GDP showed zero growth in January as households cut spending on restaurants and hospitality, highlighting a fragile economy ahead of potential inflation shocks from the Middle East conflict.

Global shipping giant Maersk has suspended operations at the Port of Salalah in Oman after a drone attack struck oil storage facilities at the strategic logistics hub, intensifying concerns about global trade disruption as the conflict involving Iran spreads across the Gulf.

Maersk halts operations at Oman port after drone strike widens Iran conflict disruption

Shipping giant Maersk has suspended operations at Oman’s Port of Salalah after a drone strike on oil storage facilities, highlighting growing disruption to global trade routes amid the escalating Iran conflict.

Savills has agreed a deal worth close to $1 billion to acquire US property investment bank Eastdil Secured, marking a significant strategic move aimed at strengthening the British real estate group’s presence in the lucrative American market.

Savills agrees $1bn deal to buy Eastdil Secured in major US expansion push

Savills has agreed a $921m deal to acquire US property investment bank Eastdil Secured, strengthening its position in the American market as the estate agency posts a 14% rise in annual profits.

A former Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) manager has admitted accepting more than £600,000 in bribes from struggling business owners while working in the bank’s controversial Global Restructuring Group (GRG), a division previously accused of mistreating thousands of small companies.

Former RBS manager admits taking £600,000 in bribes from struggling business customers

A former Royal Bank of Scotland manager has pleaded guilty to bribery after admitting he took more than £600,000 from struggling business customers while working in the bank’s controversial Global Restructuring Group.

The UK economy unexpectedly stalled at the start of the year, intensifying concerns that escalating geopolitical tensions and rising energy prices could derail growth in 2026.

UK economy stalls in January as growth fears mount amid Iran conflict

UK GDP showed zero growth in January, raising fears that rising oil prices and the Iran conflict could slow growth further and push inflation higher in 2026.

British perfumier Jo Malone is being sued by Estée Lauder Companies for using her own name in a fragrance collaboration with high street retailer Zara, in a legal dispute that highlights the complexities of brand ownership when a founder sells the rights to their name. The American cosmetics giant purchased Malone’s original fragrance business, Jo Malone London, in 1999, acquiring not only the brand but also the commercial rights associated with her name. The deal allowed Estée Lauder to expand the luxury fragrance label globally, but it also placed contractual restrictions on Malone’s ability to use the “Jo Malone” name in connection with fragrance marketing in the future. The latest dispute relates to a collaboration between Zara and Malone’s newer brand, Jo Loves. The partnership, which began in 2019, produced a range of fragrances sold through Zara stores and online platforms. However, Estée Lauder has taken issue with the use of Malone’s name on the product packaging, which reportedly included the wording: “A creation by Jo Malone CBE, founder of Jo Loves.” Estée Lauder claims the wording breaches the terms agreed when Malone sold her original company. The group has filed legal action against Malone personally, her Jo Loves business and Zara’s UK arm, alleging trademark infringement, breach of contract and “passing off” — a legal claim that customers may be misled into believing the products are linked to the Jo Malone London brand. A spokesperson for Estée Lauder Companies said Malone had accepted clear contractual obligations when she sold the company more than two decades ago. The spokesperson said she had been compensated as part of the agreement and had complied with its terms for many years. They added that while Malone is free to pursue new business ventures, the company would act to protect the brand it had invested in building if contractual terms were breached. Zara UK has declined to comment on the case, and Malone has yet to publicly respond to the claims. Malone originally founded her fragrance business in the early 1990s, developing a reputation for distinctive scents inspired by British nature, gardens and seasonal ingredients. The brand quickly gained popularity for its elegant fragrances and minimalist design, expanding into candles, bath products and home fragrances before its acquisition by Estée Lauder. Following the sale, the brand grew into a global luxury fragrance powerhouse with boutiques around the world. However, Malone eventually stepped away from the company she founded. In 2011 she returned to the fragrance industry by launching Jo Loves, a new brand designed to reflect her continued passion for scent creation. The business focuses on niche fragrances and lifestyle products and operates independently of Jo Malone London. Despite this separation, the current lawsuit suggests Estée Lauder believes the Zara collaboration blurred the distinction between the two brands by prominently referencing Malone’s name in connection with fragrance products. The collaboration with Zara brought Malone’s fragrance expertise to a broader audience, with perfumes priced significantly lower than traditional luxury fragrances. Zara has increasingly developed partnerships with well-known perfumers as it expands its lifestyle and beauty offerings. However, the presence of Malone’s name on the packaging appears to have triggered legal concerns for Estée Lauder, which remains highly protective of the Jo Malone London trademark. Malone has previously spoken about regretting the decision to sell the commercial rights to her name when she sold the original company. Such arrangements are common in industries such as fashion and beauty, where founders’ names often become powerful global trademarks. When those brands are sold, the acquiring company typically retains exclusive rights to use the name within certain commercial categories. The dispute now places the focus on how those contractual restrictions should be interpreted. The case is expected to examine whether the wording used in the Zara collaboration constitutes commercial use of the “Jo Malone” name in a way that violates the original agreement. Trademark disputes involving personal names are relatively common in the luxury goods sector, particularly when founders attempt to launch new businesses in the same industry after selling their original brands. For Estée Lauder, the Jo Malone London label remains one of its most successful fragrance brands, making the protection of its intellectual property a priority. For Malone, the case highlights the long-term implications of selling a brand built around a personal identity. The legal proceedings are likely to centre on whether consumers could reasonably be confused about the origins of the fragrances and whether Malone’s involvement in the Zara collaboration breached the restrictions set out in the original sale agreement. The outcome could have wider implications for entrepreneurs who sell businesses tied closely to their own names, particularly in industries where branding and personal reputation are deeply intertwined.

Jo Malone sued by Estée Lauder over use of her own name in Zara fragrance collaboration

British perfumier Jo Malone is being sued by Estée Lauder Companies for using her own name in a fragrance collaboration with high street retailer Zara, in a legal dispute that highlights the complexities of brand ownership when a founder sells the rights to their name.

Young shoppers are transforming the landscape of payment disputes, according to a new report from Chargebacks911, as mobile-first habits and expectations for instant service reshape how consumers resolve transaction issues.

Labour workers’ rights law could hit Gen Z jobs hardest, retailers warn

Retailers warn Labour’s Employment Rights Act could reduce flexible and entry-level jobs, risking higher youth unemployment as Gen Z workers rely heavily on part-time roles.

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Entrepreneur and television personality Trinny Woodall has said artificial intelligence could become a powerful tool for women looking to advance in their careers, after pausing operations at her cosmetics company to train staff in AI skills.

Trinny Woodall says AI can help women gain an edge in the workplace

Trinny London founder Trinny Woodall says artificial intelligence can help women advance their careers after training 150 employees in AI tools at her £70m cosmetics company.

Just Eat Takeaway.com is expanding its push towards sustainable food delivery packaging by introducing a new range of plastic-free takeaway boxes across ten European markets, using a plant-based coating designed to replace conventional plastic linings.

Just Eat Takeaway.com rolls out plastic-free takeaway boxes across Europe

Just Eat Takeaway.com is introducing plastic-free takeaway boxes across 10 European markets using Xampla’s Morro™ plant-protein coating, offering a recyclable alternative to traditional plastic-lined food packaging.

The UK government has unveiled a new online tool designed to help households and businesses track the rollout of gigabit-capable broadband across the country, offering greater transparency over when faster connectivity will reach local communities.

Government launches postcode checker to track gigabit broadband rollout across UK

The UK government has launched a new postcode checker allowing households and businesses to track when gigabit broadband will reach their area as Project Gigabit expands rural connectivity.

The spirit of British enterprise took centre stage once again at the Lloyds British Business Excellence Awards 2025, held at London’s Grosvenor House Hotel, where the nation’s most innovative, resilient and purpose-driven businesses were celebrated in a glittering evening of recognition and entertainment

Lloyds British Business Excellence Awards and ITV partner for £500,000 TV advertising prize

The Lloyds British Business Excellence Awards has announced a major new media partnership with ITV for 2026.

The eco-friendly pet brand Piddle Patch, which rose to national prominence following an appearance on Dragons’ Den, has won a significant trademark infringement case in the UK courts after a judge ruled that a rival company deliberately attempted to profit from its brand recognition.

Dragons’ Den success story Piddle Patch wins landmark trademark infringement case

Piddle Patch, the eco-friendly dog toilet brand featured on Dragons’ Den, has won a High Court trademark infringement case against City Doggo Ltd in a ruling that could shape UK intellectual property disputes.

Artificial intelligence company Anthropic has filed an unprecedented lawsuit against the United States government after being formally labelled a “supply chain risk”, escalating a bitter dispute over the military use of advanced AI technology.

Anthropic sues US government after being labelled a ‘supply chain risk’ in AI dispute

AI company Anthropic has sued the US government after being labelled a “supply chain risk” following a dispute over military use of its technology and restrictions on autonomous weapons and surveillance.

The cyber defences of UK businesses are faltering as 50 per cent of businesses reported a cyber attack or breach over the past 12 months, according to the government’s latest Cyber security breaches survey 2024.

More companies paying ransoms as AI-powered cyberattacks intensify

The number of companies paying ransomware demands rose sharply in 2025 as hackers used AI to launch more sophisticated cyberattacks, with payments averaging $296,000.

Profiled…

Lord Alan Sugar has become the latest high-profile business leader to attack remote working, insisting that young people “just want to sit at home” and need to get their “bums back into the office.”

Most young Britons cannot name a single entrepreneur, survey finds

A YouGov survey shows 56% of 18–25-year-olds cannot name an entrepreneur, as Enterprise Britain calls for stronger government backing of startups.

We sit down with James Doyle, Managing Director of Endeavour Group, a building safety consultancy and training provider supporting duty holders responsible for some of the UK’s most complex and high-risk buildings.

Getting To Know You: James Doyle, Managing Director of Endeavour Group

We sit down with James Doyle, Managing Director of Endeavour Group, a building safety consultancy and training provider supporting duty holders responsible for some of the UK’s most complex and high-risk buildings.

Marketing & Social Media

John Lewis is preparing to enter a new era of retail by selling products through artificial intelligence platforms and social media, as the historic department store seeks to attract younger shoppers and modernise its business model.

John Lewis to sell via ChatGPT and TikTok in youth push

Channel 4’s commercial division, Channel 4 Sales, has announced the return of its B Corp competition for a second year, offering purpose-driven UK businesses the chance to win a share of £600,000 worth of national TV advertising airtime.

Channel 4 Sales relaunches B Corp competition offering £600,000 in TV advertising for sustainable businesses

If you have ever tried to defend creator spend in front of a CFO, you know the problem. The campaign can look busy on the surface. Views are high, comments are positive, and the creators are asking when the next deal is coming.

The Ultimate Guide to Calculating Real Influencer Campaign ROI

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Savills has agreed a deal worth close to $1 billion to acquire US property investment bank Eastdil Secured, marking a significant strategic move aimed at strengthening the British real estate group’s presence in the lucrative American market.

Savills agrees $1bn deal to buy Eastdil Secured in major US expansion push

Savills has agreed a $921m deal to acquire US property investment bank Eastdil Secured, strengthening its position in the American market as the estate agency posts a 14% rise in annual profits.

US startup Anchr has secured $5.8 million in seed funding to develop what it describes as the first end-to-end AI-native operating system for food distributors, targeting one of the most operationally complex yet technologically underserved sectors of the global supply chain.

Anchr raises $5.8M to bring AI-native automation to America’s food supply chain

US startup Anchr raises $5.8 million to build an AI-native operating system for food distributors, aiming to automate purchasing, inventory, sales and finance across the food supply chain.

Edinburgh-based remote working platform SWURF has secured a £200,000 investment round as it accelerates plans to transform the Scottish capital into one of the world’s most flexible working-friendly cities.

Scottish startup SWURF secures £200k funding to make Edinburgh the world’s flexible working capital

Edinburgh-based remote working platform SWURF raises £200,000 to expand its network of flexible workspaces and SWURF Pods as it aims to make the city the world’s flexible working capital.

AI marketing platform Mega has secured $11.5 million in Series A funding to accelerate the rollout of its AI-driven growth engine designed specifically for small and medium-sized businesses.

Mega raises $11.5M to replace marketing agencies with AI-powered growth engine for SMBs

Mega has raised $11.5 million in Series A funding to scale its AI-powered marketing platform that replaces traditional agencies with automated growth tools for SMBs.

A Scottish life sciences start-up developing technology to improve cancer diagnostics has secured £1.58 million in fresh funding as it launches its first commercial product in the United States.

BIOCAPTIVA raises £1.58m to transform liquid biopsy sample preparation

University of Edinburgh spin-out BIOCAPTIVA secures £1.58m funding and launches its msX liquid biopsy technology in the US to improve cancer diagnostics and research.

Mike Ashley’s retail empire has added another high-profile investment to its portfolio after Frasers Group quietly built a near 6 per cent stake in the German sportswear brand Puma.

Frasers Group builds 6% stake in struggling Puma

Mike Ashley’s Frasers Group has acquired a 5.77% stake in Puma, becoming the brand’s second-largest shareholder as the German sportswear giant battles losses and declining sales.

A major new life sciences facility has officially opened in Glasgow, marking a significant step forward for Scotland’s rapidly expanding healthcare innovation sector.

Glasgow opens new Health Innovation Hub to accelerate life sciences innovation

The new Health Innovation Hub in Glasgow has officially opened, creating a major life sciences facility supporting precision medicine, digital health innovation and clinical research.

Silverflow raises $40m Series B funding as cloud-native payments platform nears one billion transactions annually

Silverflow raises $40m Series B funding as cloud-native payments platform nears one billion transactions annually

Cloud-native payments platform Silverflow has secured $40m in Series B funding led by Picus Capital as it approaches one billion transactions annually and accelerates global expansion.

Sustainable sportswear brand Reflo has launched a £2.5 million crowdfunding campaign, giving members of the public the opportunity to invest in the fast-growing company alongside England captain Harry Kane.

Reflo launches £2.5m crowdfunding round inviting public to invest alongside Harry Kane

Sustainable sportswear brand Reflo has launched a £2.5m Crowdcube fundraising round, allowing the public to invest alongside England captain Harry Kane as the company accelerates global expansion.

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Legal

The eco-friendly pet brand Piddle Patch, which rose to national prominence following an appearance on Dragons’ Den, has won a significant trademark infringement case in the UK courts after a judge ruled that a rival company deliberately attempted to profit from its brand recognition.

Dragons’ Den success story Piddle Patch wins landmark trademark infringement case

Piddle Patch, the eco-friendly dog toilet brand featured on Dragons’ Den, has won a High Court trademark infringement case against City Doggo Ltd in a ruling that could shape UK intellectual property disputes.

UK Supreme Court rules Spain cannot avoid €120m renewable energy debt by claiming state immunity

UK Supreme Court rules Spain cannot avoid €120m renewable energy debt by claiming state immunity

The UK Supreme Court has ruled Spain cannot claim state immunity to avoid paying a €120m renewable energy arbitration award, allowing investors to pursue seizure of Spanish assets in England.

Supermarket giant Iceland is to close even more stores following a string of closures this year.

Iceland supermarket drops decade-long trademark dispute with Iceland and offers “rapprochement discount”

UK supermarket Iceland has ended its 10-year EU trademark battle with the country of Iceland and plans to offer Icelandic shoppers a “rapprochement discount” as the dispute concludes.

A High Court judge has ruled that thousands of people affected by a major data breach at Capita can continue with their legal action against the outsourcing group, in a decision being described as a landmark for large-scale data privacy claims in the UK.

High Court clears way for thousands to pursue Capita data breach claims

A High Court judge has ruled that thousands of claimants can continue legal action against Capita over a major 2023 cyber attack, marking a significant moment for UK data privacy cases.

UK-founded legaltech business Lawhive has raised $60 million (£47m) in Series B funding as it accelerates its expansion across the US consumer legal market and doubles down on its AI-driven operating model.

Lawhive raises $60m to scale AI-native consumer law firm across the US

UK legaltech Lawhive has raised $60m in Series B funding to expand its AI-native consumer law firm across the US, surpassing $35m in annualised revenue.

Pinterest has dismissed two engineers after they created and shared a software tool that identified colleagues who had been made redundant during a recent round of job cuts, according to reports.

Pinterest sacks engineers after internal tool exposed laid-off staff during AI-driven cuts

Pinterest has dismissed two engineers who created software to identify colleagues made redundant as the company cuts 15% of jobs and shifts further towards AI.

The Employment Rights Act 2025 received Royal Assent on 18 December 2025, and the Act will be implemented on a phased basis, through to 2027.

Implementation of the Employment Rights Act 2025: what employers need to know

The Employment Rights Act 2025 received Royal Assent on 18 December 2025, and the Act will be implemented on a phased basis, through to 2027.

The High Court has granted an urgent hearing to a judicial review challenging the Government’s proposed changes to inheritance tax reliefs for farms and family businesses, in a move that significantly raises the legal stakes around reforms currently passing through Parliament.

High Court fast-tracks judicial review into inheritance tax relief reforms

The High Court has granted an urgent rolled-up hearing for a judicial review challenging the Government’s proposed changes to Agricultural and Business Property Relief from inheritance tax.

Calling a colleague “old” because they struggle with computer skills does not, on its own, amount to age discrimination, an employment tribunal has ruled.

Calling colleagues ‘old’ over IT skills is not age discrimination, tribunal rules

An employment tribunal has ruled that calling a colleague “old” over poor IT skills does not amount to age discrimination, dismissing claims brought against kitchen retailer Harvey Jones.

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Made in Britain

An Argyll-based manufacturing firm is targeting 20 per cent year-on-year growth in the global awards sector after investing nearly half a million pounds in new production technology.

Custom acrylic manufacturer Midton targets 20% annual growth after £429,000 tech investment at Argyll foundry

Argyll-based Midton is expanding its acrylic awards manufacturing capacity following a £429,000 investment in new biomass-powered technology.

The Made in Britain organisation has raised concerns over Reform UK’s alleged use of a logo resembling its own, stressing political neutrality and lack of authorisation.

‘Made in Britain’ body challenges Reform UK over alleged unauthorised logo use

The Made in Britain organisation has raised concerns over Reform UK’s alleged use of a logo resembling its own, stressing political neutrality and lack of authorisation.

As the Labour Party Conference kicks off this weekend, Made in Britain, a trade association that unites domestic manufacturers through the official Made in Britain Trademark, has issued a cross-party call for MPs to actively support local manufacturers.

Made in Britain applications surge following Trump tariffs as businesses embrace UK-made goods

The UK’s leading manufacturing trade organisation, Made in Britain, has reported a 20% surge in membership applications in the wake of President Trump’s sweeping new tariffs on imported goods, as interest in “buying British” grows among businesses and consumers alike.

Made in Britain, the not-for-profit organisation behind the official trademark for UK manufacturing, has forged a new partnership with Lincoln-based digital marketing agency Carrington.

Made in Britain teams up with Carrington to drive UK manufacturing growth

Made in Britain, the official trademark for UK manufacturers, has appointed digital marketing agency Carrington to boost visibility for 2,100+ members, championing British-made products and sustainable growth.

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Newswire

Bitcoin has slipped below the $70,000 mark, erasing the gains made after Donald Trump’s return to the White House, as weakening investor demand and regulatory uncertainty weigh on the world’s largest cryptocurrency.

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