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Elon Musk's ambition to bring electric cars, rockets, satellites and artificial intelligence under one corporate roof raises important questions for investors, regulators and the future of both businesses. The possibility of Tesla and SpaceX joining forces could produce one of the most influential technology companies in the world.
Scotland is being warned to prepare for unsettled weather as Storm Austen brings the prospect of heavy rain and disruption, with further strong winds possible over the weekend. The main concern is the combination of persistent rainfall and already wet ground.
Britain's rising inflation rate has increased the pressure on the Bank of England to consider raising interest rates, while mortgage borrowers are already facing higher costs. The latest figures from the Office for National Statistics show annual CPI inflation rising from 3.1% in August to 3.5% in September, above economists' expectations.
The UK will provide additional defensive military support to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, given escalating Houthi attacks in the region. The UK will provide additional defensive military support to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, given escalating Houthi attacks in the region.
A major North Sea gas project is set to begin production, but the benefits for energy security may be greater than the savings on household bills. Britain's long-running Jackdaw gas field controversy has reached a significant turning point, with the Government approving the project after years of delays, legal challenges and arguments over climate change.
Ukraine and Russia continue to fight over territory and security, while the United States and Iran remain locked in a dangerous confrontation. Both conflicts are showing the limits of military power, and the consequences reach far beyond the battlefield.
ONS figures show inflation climbing to 3.5%, adding to pressure on families, businesses and the Government Britain's inflation problem has taken another unwelcome turn, with the annual rate rising to 3.5% in September as higher petrol and diesel prices pushed up the cost of living. The latest figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS), published on 21 October, show that the Consumer Prices Index (CPI) increased from 3.1% in August to 3.5% in September.
Government scheme aims to open doors to Britain’s technology industry, but work experience must lead to real jobs The UK Government has announced plans to offer 10,000 work experience opportunities for young people hoping to enter Britain’s digital and technology industries. The programme, backed by some of the country’s best-known technology employers, is intended to help young people gain practical experience, strengthen their CVs and find a route into employment.
The BBC announced it will close its channels BBC Three and BBC Scotland, alongside radio station BBC Radio 4 Extra, moving them to online-only streaming in the spring of 2027. The cuts are part of a broader £500 million savings plan that also includes over 100 job losses in BBC News.
Rising interest payments and public spending put pressure on the Chancellor ahead of the Budget. The UK government's latest financial figures reveal the scale of the challenge facing the Treasury, with borrowing approaching £100 billion in the first six months of the financial year and national debt passing £3 trillion for the first time.
Military and medical experts test plans for treating wounded service personnel, raising questions about Britain's security, the lessons of Ukraine and how prepared the country really is. The Government has announced that the Armed Forces, NHS and international partners have been testing Britain's ability to treat military personnel injured in a future conflict.
The expected approval of a major gas field has brought Britain's energy security back into focus. But the decision still awaited on the much larger Rosebank oil development could prove even more consequential.
A £2 billion Energy Wealth Fund promises to turn oil and gas revenues into investment in cleaner energy. The real test will be whether the money creates lasting jobs, strengthens energy security and benefits Scotland.
Mexico is preparing billions of dollars of new investment in renewable energy, joining countries around the world racing to expand their electricity supplies. Britain is investing heavily too, but turning ambitious plans into affordable energy and lasting jobs remains a major challenge.
Billions of pounds are being invested in artificial intelligence, but could the race to build smarter machines leave ordinary consumers paying more for computers, phones and other electronic goods? The global race to develop artificial intelligence is creating enormous demand for computer chips. While much of the attention has focused on the fortunes being made by technology companies, a less welcome consequence is emerging: the equipment needed to power AI could make some everyday technology more expensive.
ONS figures show factory-gate prices rising at their fastest rate since April 2023, with crude oil and refined petroleum products driving the increase. Households could face further pressure if businesses pass on higher costs.
The word “debt” brings to mind mortgages, credit cards and unpaid bills. But government debt is a different kind of financial relationship, and some of the money is owed to ordinary savers.
New rules promise cheaper home charging for drivers in England, but Scottish motorists face a different system of permissions and grants. Electric car owners without a driveway have long faced an awkward problem.
When investors become nervous about wars, energy supplies or the prospects for the world economy, they often move their money into assets regarded as safe havens. The US dollar and Swiss franc are two of the main beneficiaries.