The government’s crime and policing bill will go before Parliament today, February 25, but detractors have said it does not go far enough to protect delivery drivers. Although delivery drivers …
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UK newspapers join creative industry in protest against AI copyright plans
UK newspapers have joined forces with musicians, authors, and other creatives to oppose government proposals that could allow AI firms to train models on copyrighted material, without compensation. Newspapers such …
Afghanistan coach Trott admits ‘concern’ about gender apartheid
Afghanistan cricket coach Jonathan Trott admits he is “concerned” by the gender apartheid enforced by the Taliban regime which has led to calls for an England boycott. The England and …
Gatwick expansion rationale not impacted by Heathrow third runway, regulator says
The UK’s aviation regulator has put its weight behind Gatwick Airport’s proposals for a second runway as it accepted a range of financial commitments from the hub over the next …
UK unveils ‘National Data Library’ plans for public services
The UK government has officially launched its plans for the National Data Library (NDL), a landmark initiative designed to streamline the use of public sector data. In Tuesday’s report, the …
On the Beach: Summer bookings soar after record year
On the Beach is expecting another bumper summer of travel in 2025 after reporting a surge in advanced bookings. The London-listed travel firm said total transaction value (TTV) growth, a …
London Stock Exchange boss: UK needs to change ‘perverse’ view on retail investment
Julia Hoggett, chief executive of the London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG), called for the UK to change its “perverse” attitude towards retail investment. Speaking on the Following the Rules podcast, …
Analysts slap 359p price target on Barclays shares after results
Analysts have reiterated their ‘Buy’ rating on Barclays shares after the lender beat expectations when it reported results earlier this month. The FTSE 100 lender booked a profit before tax …
‘Manchester is more attractive for business students than London’ – Gary Neville’s UA92
Manchester has become a more attractive destination for business students than London, according to the boss of Gary Neville’s University Academy 92 (UA92). Chief executive Sara Prowse pointed to the …
UK government aligns with US with AI regulation delays
The UK government has postponed its plans to introduce legislation regulating artificial intelligence (AI), as ministers reassess their approach in light of the US’s de-regulatory stance on AI. The proposed …