News Archive
30/6/2025
UK Introduces New Trade Measures to Support Steel Sector
UK steel producers are to benefit from stronger trade safeguards that better protect against surges in cheap imports. These changes will adjust how much steel countries around the world can send to the UK. This will protect British jobs while making sure the UK still has a reliable supply. The changes will reinforce the Government's commitment as part of the Plan for Change to rebuild Britain's industrial strength and reversing decades of decline. Steel producers across the UK will benefit from stronger trade measures from 1 July, as the government moves to better protect domestic industry from unforeseen surges in foreign imports as part of the Plan for Change.30/6/2025
Laser Focus: DASA and Dstl funding accelerates novel laser detection tech
A novel laser detection system developed by Sentinel Photonics has evolved from a promising concept to commercial technology through DASA and Dstl support. Sentinel Photonics was founded in 2019 by former Dstl scientists who developed innovative laser detection technology.
30/6/2025
Delivery firms to bolster rider security checks to stop illegal working
Deliveroo, Uber Eats, and Just Eat commit to further strengthening security checks on delivery riders to prevent illegal working in the gig economy. Deliveroo, Uber Eats, and Just Eat will strengthen verification checks on delivery riders to clamp down on illegal working, following productive talks with the government.29/6/2025
Investing in entrepreneurship - £800,000 to support business creation and growth
A pipeline of programmes to build entrepreneurial ambition, capability and networks for Scotland's current and future entrepreneurs will be delivered with investment from the Scottish Government’s Ecosystem Fund. A total of 28 projects will deliver initiatives in 2025/26.29/6/2025
Is neoliberalism destroying our well-being?
Neoliberalism promised prosperity—but it's delivering obesity, anxiety, and inequality. Public services are failing, mental health is collapsing, and ultra-processed food dominates our lives.
29/6/2025
Businesses and consumers to benefit as Minister visits Taiwan
The Minister is in Taiwan for the 27th round of annual UK-Taiwan trade talks. Businesses and consumers to benefit as Minister visits Taiwan to boost investment and exports following Trade Strategy.29/6/2025
Is the Bank of England crashing the economy on purpose in pursuit of its own austerity agenda?
Quantitative tightening, high interest rates, and no growth, and all because the Bank of England's policies are damaging households, businesses, and the whole UK economy. Is it time to bring them under control?.
29/6/2025
Healthy food revolution to tackle obesity epidemic
New healthy food standard will see big businesses promoting healthier food and drink. Reducing daily intake by just 50 calories could lift 340,000 children and 2 million adults out of obesity.28/6/2025
Broadband target exceeded - R100 delivers more than 27,000 faster, ultra-reliable connections in a year
The Scottish Government has surpassed it's commitment to deliver gigabit-capable broadband connections to 20,000 homes and businesses last year. A record 27,000 premises were equipped with faster broadband in 2024-25.28/6/2025
How financially beneficial is it to create a new woodland in Scotland and what grants etc are available
Creating new woodland in Scotland can be financially beneficial—both through direct grants and long-term income streams—while also delivering environmental and social value. Here's a breakdown of the key financial aspects and support available.28/6/2025
Warning for higher rate taxpayers with more than £14,500 saved
PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 27th Jun 2025 Warning for higher rate taxpayers with more than £14,500 saved Adam French, Consumer Expert at Moneyfactscompare.co.uk, said: "The latest statistics from HMRC show how important it is for savers to be aware of their tax liability. Especially many of those who have fallen into paying the higher-rate tax of 40%, who's Personal Savings Allowance (PSA) has been halved from £1,000 to £500 as a result.28/6/2025
UKEF announces enhanced business support to supercharge international trade
UK Export Finance introduces new products that offer enhanced support and security for smaller businesses when trading internationally. Smaller businesses are set to benefit from extra government support to maximise orders from international buyers UK Export Finance (UKEF) unveils today, delivering on commitments set out in the government's new Trade Strategy. The export credit agency and government department plays a vital role in stimulating exports and enhancing accessibility for exporters of all sizes nationwide.28/6/2025
AI in education - how schools and further education colleges are making it work
A new report published today by Ofsted shares insights into how ‘early adopter' schools and further education (FE) colleges across England are integrating generative artificial intelligence (AI) into teaching, learning, and administration. The research was conducted through 21 interviews with schools, FE colleges and multi-academy trust leaders who have been embedding and using AI for at least 12 months.28/6/2025
What is really holding back incomes in the UK?
The Resolution Foundation says UK incomes will flatline until 2030. This isn't an accident—it's by design.
27/6/2025
The living standards outlook for Britain is bleak - but policy can determine whether poorer families' incomes rise or fall
The outlook for living standards across Britain is bleak, with typical incomes on track to grow by just 1 per cent (£300) over the second half of the decade. But a fair economic tailwind and the right policy interventions can transform this outlook - turning a period of falling incomes for poorer families into one of rising living standards, according to new Resolution Foundation analysis published on Thursday.27/6/2025
Is big business making you sick?
From addictive foods to lifetime drugs, corporations are profiting from your ill-health, and the NHS is left to foot the bill. This is how neoliberalism is eating the state from within..
27/6/2025
Thurso masterplan and community POD progress update
A new generation of community facilities is being planned for the Highlands. At a meeting of The Highland Council (Thursday 26 June), elected members approved the work to date in progressing the Highland Investment Plan workstreams - masterplan for Thurso and agreed to nominate the current Thurso High School site as the preferred location for the new Thurso Community Point of Delivery (POD).27/6/2025
What are stablecoins and why do people want them?
Stablecoins are promoted as financial innovation, but are the real winners those avoiding oversight, whether as tax dodgers, money launderers, or crypto speculators? .
27/6/2025
UK plan to cut energy bills for industrial firms threatens to leave small businesses out in the cold
The UK government aims to cut energy bills for large businesses by up to a quarter over four years, thanks to a £2 billion investment within its new industrial strategy. The aim is to make British manufacturers of steel, cars, chemicals, glass and other industrial sectors more competitive with foreign firms.27/6/2025
