Britain’s largest car park operator NCP has filed notice of intention to appoint administrators, putting more than 1,000 jobs at risk across its 800 UK parking sites.
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HMRC investigations into big businesses now last nearly three and a half years on average
HMRC tax investigations into the UK’s largest businesses now last an average of 41 months, with more than 2,100 open cases as the tax authority intensifies efforts to close the £47bn tax gap.
Automotive skills shortage reaches critical levels as 92% of UK employers struggle to recruit
The UK automotive sector faces the most severe talent shortage in the economy, with 92% of employers struggling to recruit skilled staff, according to ManpowerGroup’s 2026 Talent Shortage Survey.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
John Lewis to sell via ChatGPT and TikTok in youth push
John Lewis plans to sell products through ChatGPT and TikTok Shop as part of a multimillion-pound AI-powered shopping strategy aimed at attracting younger customers.
AI bias risks locking women out of tech-driven economic growth, MPs warn
New research from the Women and Work APPG warns AI systems risk reinforcing gender inequality in recruitment, promotion and pay unless women are better represented in technology development and governance.
Fish and chip shops ‘under pressure’ as Iran war oil surge hits costs
Fish and chip shops across the UK could face rising energy and transport costs as oil prices surge amid the Iran conflict, putting further pressure on already tight margins.
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.
Channel 4 Sales relaunches B Corp competition offering £600,000 in TV advertising for sustainable businesses
Channel 4 Sales has opened entries for its 2026 B Corp competition, offering £600,000 in free TV advertising to five UK B Corp businesses to boost national awareness and growth.
