Organised crime gangs are being targeted by the police and prison service as part of a nationwide crackdown on drone drops into prisons. Prison Service working with police to tackle threat of drones as part of Plan for Change.
Change isn't just about policy - it’s about narrative. In this video, I explain the storytelling method that can transform public opinion and reshape our politics.
The latest annual report on common animal-associated infections shows more than 1,500 cases of Lyme disease in 2024. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is reminding people of the steps they can take to protect themselves against tick bites this summer, as the latest annual data shows that there were 1,581 laboratory confirmed cases of Lyme disease reported in 2024.
Business leaders from across business representative organisations, small and large businesses have endorsed the launch of the UK Government's new Small Business Plan. Business leaders from across business representative organisations, small and large businesses have endorsed the launch of the UK Government's new Small Business Plan.
Since 2005, the UK's per capita electricity generation has fallen 22%. This has also coincided with a period of rising electricity prices and a long period of stagnation and economic growth falling behind past trends.
The TRA proposes that an anti-dumping measure on bicycles and bicycle parts from China be maintained, benefitting UK producers by up to £9 million per year. The Trade Remedies Authority (TRA) has (31 July 2025) published its initial findings proposing that an anti-dumping measure on bicycles and certain bicycle parts imported from China be maintained until 30 August 2029.
Businesses will benefit from faster and cheaper dispute resolution as major reforms to arbitration law come into effect today. New law comes into force today to strengthen UK's world-leading status in arbitration.
Everyone says the doctor's strike is about pay. And yes, doctors in the UK are being grossly underpaid.
HMRC is actively pursuing dishonest agents who make false Stamp Duty Land Tax repayment claims. Landmark Court of Appeal decision confirms that properties needing repair remain chargeable to residential rates of SDLT.
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has warned people to be wary of social media adverts featuring a company called Quantum AI, which claims to use artificial intelligence (AI) technology and quantum computing to trade in cryptocurrency and generate high returns for investors. The adverts feature AI-generated deepfake videos, such as BBC or This Morning segments, fake newspaper articles and photos of high-profile people such as Elon Musk, Martin Lewis, Jeremy Clarkson, Kier Starmer or David Beckham.
The last few months have been busy for Royal Mail. In late April, Czech businessman Daniel Kretinsky's EP Group acquired its parent company, International Distribution Services, for £3.6 billion - a value well below the May 2021 peak of £6 billion.
There has recently been a huge increase in reports of scam text messages relating to parking fines. The messages typically say that an unpaid parking fine has been found on your vehicle and this is a 'final warning'.
Although swings in net exports continue to affect the data, recent indicators suggest that growth of economic activity moderated in the first half of the year. The unemployment rate remains low, and labor market conditions remain solid.
Consumers are being warned of the potential dangers of counterfeit Labubu dolls. The collectible dolls from the Pop Mart 'Monsters' series have become hugely popular and a 'must-have' item for many, following promotion by influencers and celebrities.
UK Government unveils its Small Business Plan to support SMEs across the country. Government to tackle late payments with the most significant legislative reforms in 25 years - an issue that costs the UK economy £11bn a year and shuts down 38 businesses every day.
Householders across Scotland continue to be targeted by doorstep callers who claim to be from a broadband provider, or say they are installing broadband on behalf of the local council. One woman was recently visited by a cold caller who said he worked for SKY and was offering the chance to upgrade her broadband for a reduced price.
The proportion of workless households increased in 59% of local areas of Great Britain between 2023 and 2024, compared with 41% where it decreased. North Ayrshire, Clackmannanshire, South Tyneside, and Dundee City appeared in the 10 areas with the highest percentage of workless households in both 2023 and 2024.
A service to help refugees and people seeking asylum integrate into their local areas is being supported with £8 million in funding over the next two and a half years. Delivered by the Scottish Refugee Council, the Scotland-wide integration support service will provide advice, information and resources to help people fleeing war and persecution settle into their new home.
The UK Government will struggle to achieve an 80 per cent employment rate unless it further incentivises firms to employ disabled workers - via return-to-work recruitment incentives and a new Right to Reintegration - according to new research published by the Resolution Foundation. The report Opening Doors notes that while the headline employment rate for disabled people has risen from 44 to 54 per cent between 2014 and 2025, new analysis reveals that when accounting for the rising prevalence of disability among the working-age population, disability-related labour market exclusion has actually deteriorated.
UK chancellor Rachel Reeves would like Britons to invest more in stocks - particularly UK stocks - rather than keep their money in cash. She has even urged the UK finance industry to be less negative about investing and highlight the potential gains as well as the risks.
