For the first time, small boat migrants arriving in the UK face being detained and returned to France. For the first time, small boat migrants arriving in the UK face being detained and returned to France.
UK government launches campaign to raise awareness of EU’s Entry/Exit System. British travellers are being advised to prepare for incoming EU border checks as the government today launches a new awareness campaign around the changes.
Defence Industrial Strategy will unveil reforms to champion British defence businesses to increase export sales through cutting red tape and expanded financial backing. Red tape cut to shorten the time it takes for British businesses to complete international export deals.
The number of eligible children taking up the offer of a free school meal has increased for the second year running, according to the latest statistics. More than two thirds of those eligible (67.7%) were able to benefit from a balanced and nutritious meal as part of their school day in 2023-24, up over three percentage points on the previous year (64.3%).
Vulnerable people across the UK will be shielded from the most dangerous content online, as new laws are set to be introduced to prevent devastating self-harm material from reaching people of all ages. Vulnerable people to be protected from self-harm content as Online Safety laws to be toughened.
We are told that central banks are neutral and above politics. The truth is, they’re not.
The Women's Business Council (WBC) brings together business leaders who work to boost women’s representation in the workplace. the government refreshes the Women’s Business Council (WBC) to support the growth mission and Plan for Change, unleashing productivity by supporting women at work WBC will help put more money in working women’s pockets new members confirmed, representing business sectors up and down the country Working women will benefit from a refreshed WBC, supporting the government’s Plan for Change by tackling barriers to workplace equality and boosting economic growth.
Highlands & Islands Enterprise (HIE) is funding transformational projects. £2.8 million awarded to Ross-shire Engineering (RSE) to establish an R&D hub developing sustainable water-treatment technologies—forecasting 500 new jobs over three years £24 million committed for upgrading Kishorn Port to support floating offshore wind foundation manufacturing.
Defence Industry Boost. The UK Government’s new Defence Industrial Strategy, backed by a £250 million investment, is expected to generate substantial economic benefits in Scotland—including the Highlands.
This winter at least 880,000 pensioners across Scotland are set to receive Pension Age Winter Heating Payment to help with heating their home. From November, eligible people of State Pension age will get a payment between £101.70 and £305.10 depending on their circumstances. Most people will receive their payment automatically – no action is needed.
EU countries are still purchasing Russian energy in 2025—notably LNG, and to lesser extents pipeline gas, oil, and nuclear fuel. However, the EU has clearly committed to a full phase-out by end of 2027, with milestones set for contract restrictions and bans.
The new Business and Trade Secretary The Rt Hon Peter Kyle MP is flying to Washington on Sunday evening to meet White House senior advisors, CEOs and business leaders to make progress on the UK Tech partnership and strengthen the UK US relationship ahead of the State Visit. The visit comes only one day after he spoke with over 100 business leaders on Saturday afternoon where he set out his priorities for the department including doubling down on economic growth, the Government’s central mission.
Screening of newborn babies to detect and treat a rare condition which causes progressive muscle wastage will begin early next year. Scotland will become the first country in the UK to begin national screening for Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) which affects movement, breathing and swallowing.
Pioneering scheme to unleash potential from Scotland-based businesses and research institutions. Scotland to receive share of £250 million funding to forge long-term partnerships that will boost the local economy and benefit the UK Armed Forces. Builds on Scotland being key to innovation in the space and maritime sectors, driving job creation and cutting-edge research and development.
UK jobs and skills will be the driving force behind making the country a defence industrial leader under a transformative new strategy to be launched next week. £182 million boost for defence talent pipeline, delivering on economic growth through the Plan for Change.
Stablecoins are being sold as safe, secure cryptocurrencies. In reality, they are shadow banking in disguise – with the same risks that nearly destroyed the global economy in 2008.
“CARROTS are one of our nation’s most versatile yet underappreciated foods,” says leading nutritionist Dr Laura Wyness. Dr Wyness, who has 20 years’ experience as an author, podcast host and public speaker on nutrition and public health, heard through a colleague about a small group of farmers who have joined together to organise British Carrot Day 2025.
The Social Enterprise in Scotland: Census 2024 was published (2 September) at the Social Enterprise Summit Scotland in Stirling. The 2024 census highlights the enduring innovation, transformation and impact of Scotland’s social enterprises, cementing their role as a driving force for inclusive and democratic economic growth and community wealth building.
July’s retail sales estimates were delayed by two weeks because of concerns over the ONS’ data. Contrary to some analysts' fears, they showed a 0.6% rise in sales volumes, while online spending soared by 2%, says the home delivery expert Parcelhero.
It’s been another bad week for the UK economy, with UK bond yields rising to the highest level for 30 years. Not only that, but the Pound has had a bumpy ride.
