Danish energy giant Ørsted has cancelled the Hornsea 4 windfarm due to rising costs and interest rates, dealing a significant setback to the UK’s renewable energy targets.
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HMRC criticised for misusing terminology in ‘don’t get caught out’ campaign on tax scams
Blick Rothenberg warns HMRC’s latest anti-scam campaign risks confusing taxpayers by mislabelling tax evasion and fraud as tax avoidance, which is legal and legitimate.
Trump’s tariff war may have catalysed UK-India trade deal, says Blick Rothenberg
Trump’s global tariff war may have accelerated UK-India trade talks, according to Blick Rothenberg, as businesses push for post-Brexit deals to ease cross-border friction.
As wealthy Americans flee Trump’s chaos Britain is cashing in
As Trump’s policies unsettle America’s elite, wealthy individuals, academics, and students are increasingly looking to the UK — offering a golden opportunity for Britain’s economy.
Business Is Personal: Why hospitality still wins in a digital world
In today’s interconnected world, the foundation of successful business lies in authentic human connections. Leaders who embrace in-person meetings tap into the unique benefits of face-to-face interactions – such as building trust, interpreting nonverbal cues and fostering creativity that virtual meetings often lack.
Klarna hits 11 million UK customers as 2024 revenue surges 30% in breakout year
Klarna celebrates a milestone 11 million UK customers and 30% revenue growth in 2024, doubling its merchant base and solidifying its role in the British retail landscape.
Coffee pod ads banned by UK watchdog over misleading composting claims
The ASA bans Lavazza and Dualit ads for misleading consumers by labelling coffee pods as “compostable” when they require industrial processing, not home composting.
The Co-operative Bank launches £10,000 prize draw for charity and community customers
To mark 10 years as Best Charity Banking Provider, The Co-operative Bank is offering a £10,000 prize draw for charity and community account holders with £5,000+ balances.
Packaging tax could be ‘catastrophic’ for small food businesses, brands warn
Small food businesses warn that the new packaging tax could be catastrophic, forcing price rises, cashflow problems and business closures amid soaring operational costs.
Men’s sexual health app faces £400k HMRC clawback as R&D tax crackdown bites
The founder of Mojo, a men’s sexual health and wellbeing app, has warned that HMRC’s aggressive crackdown on research and development (R&D) tax credits risks punishing genuine innovators, as his company battles a demand to repay more than £400,000.
Brands warn UK must restore VAT-free shopping to attract US tourists amid tariff fears
British luxury brands urge government to reinstate VAT-free shopping for tourists, warning that Trump’s new tariffs could push US shoppers to Europe, bypassing the UK.
Made Smarter launches £1M fund to drive digital adoption in North West manufacturing
Made Smarter unveils a £1M funding round for SME manufacturers in the North West, offering grants and expert support to boost digital transformation and productivity.
Small businesses embrace AI for quick productivity wins, study finds
New research reveals UK small businesses are using AI to boost efficiency, with productivity gains of up to 133%. From marketing help to rota planning, AI is proving to be a powerful tool for SMEs.
Charity shops go digital to compete with booming second-hand fashion apps
UK charity shops are expanding online to compete with second-hand apps like Vinted and Depop, as high street sales decline due to rising costs and fast-fashion donations. Discover how leading charities are adapting.
London finance sector sees seasonal hiring boost, but Trump tariffs and global instability cloud outlook
The City of London’s financial services sector experienced a modest hiring rebound in the first quarter of 2025, according to Morgan McKinley’s latest London Employment Monitor.
