1. Macroeconomic & Policy Outlook: Why Rates May Stay High Longer Inflation Persistence & Policy Caution Inflation in the UK remains significantly above the…
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UK Supermarkets Warn: Rising Business Rates May Drive Food Inflation Higher in 2025
What’s happening: supermarkets and business rates The warning from retailers Leading supermarket chains in the UK (Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons, Aldi, Lidl, Marks &…
UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves and Oxbridge Delegation Seek Multi-Billion Gulf Investments
UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves is leading a high-profile delegation to Saudi Arabia, marking the first visit by a British finance minister to the Gulf region…
Pound Sterling Falls Against US Dollar Amid Ongoing UK Labor Market Uncertainty
As of October 27, 2025, the British pound (GBP) is experiencing downward pressure against the U.S. dollar (USD), influenced by persistent uncertainties in the UK’s…
New Report Reveals Brexit’s Economic Impact on the UK Is Far Worse Than Predicted
A recent report from the Greater London Authority (GLA) reveals that Brexit has significantly impacted the UK’s economy, making it nearly £140 billion smaller than…
UK Chancellor Signals Imminent Gulf Trade Deal to Boost Post-Brexit Economy
On October 27, 2025, UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves expressed optimism about finalizing a trade agreement with the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), comprising Saudi Arabia, the…
The 20 Leading Plumbing Firms in London (with their postcodes)
. # Company Address Postcode 1 Pimlico Plumbers Pimlico House, 1 Sail Street, Vauxhall, London SE11 6NQ (plumbermarket.co.uk) 2 Homecure Plumbers 100 Highbury Park, London…
City Plumbing teams up with Virtualstock to boost retail technology.
What the partnership covers City Plumbing partnered with Virtualstock to significantly expand its online product range. Within weeks of going live, they had added…
Labour Chancellor acknowledges Brexit’s economic harm during IMF meeting.
What happened Rachel Reeves, the UK Chancellor of the Exchequer, addressed a high-level meeting of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and explicitly acknowledged that…
FTSE 100 soars to a new peak following upbeat reports on the UK economy.
What happened On 15 May 2025, the FTSE 100 rose to 8,633.75 (up ~0.57%) after data showed the UK economy grew by 0.7% in…
Elliott: Does the UK have the courage to pursue its clear path to major economic growth?
The case that there is a clear path to major growth 1. Structural strengths and opportunities The U.K. still retains major advantages: language, institutions,…
Grocery chains pressure the Chancellor: Prioritize ending high inflation.
What is happening The major retail/grocery sector has formally written to the Chancellor (Rachel Reeves) ahead of the Autumn Budget pressing for action. For…
The UK economy loses nearly £48 billion due to uncompensated care work
Key Facts & Figures A report by Carers Trust (in partnership with Phoenix Group) found that the total “lost labour” of unpaid carers in…
Automation is Britain’s best defense against the economic drag of an aging workforce.
Automation is increasingly recognized as a vital strategy for the UK to counteract the economic challenges posed by an aging workforce. As the proportion of…
Smart Manufacturing in Britain: How Industrial IoT Is Transforming UK Factories
What is Smart Manufacturing / IIoT in the UK Context Smart manufacturing refers to factories that are digitally connected, where machines, sensors, software, data…
STEM Education in the UK: Inspiring the Next Generation of Scientists and Innovators
1. Context and Why STEM Education Matters “STEM” refers to Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. In the UK (as elsewhere) there is a strong…
UK Health Tech Boom: How AI and Biotechnology Are Transforming Patient Care
The UK is at the forefront of a health tech revolution, where artificial intelligence (AI) and biotechnology are transforming patient care across the National Health…
Beyond London: The Rise of Regional Tech Hubs Across the UK (Full List)
The landscape of the UK’s tech industry is rapidly diversifying, with numerous regional cities emerging as formidable tech hubs beyond London. Here’s an in-depth look…
How the UK Is Leading the Conversation on Responsible AI and Science
How the UK Is Leading the Conversation on Responsible AI and Science — Full details (2025) Below is a comprehensive, evidence-backed briefing on how the…
The Future of Consumer Tech in the UK: Top Gadgets, Trends, and Predictions for 2025
The Future of Consumer Tech in the UK — Top Gadgets, Trends & Predictions for 2025 (Full details) Nice — here’s a deep, evidence-backed briefing…