New business openings across the UK hit their lowest rate in more than a decade last year, official figures show. Data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) shows 316,000 …
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Darts: Venues, clubs and businesses thrive from Ally Pally showcase
The nights rolling in at 4pm and no longer being able to resist the temptation of turning on the heating can only mean one thing: the annual darts pilgrimage to …
New purist Porsche 911 Carrera T goes back to basics
Want the purest Porsche 911 experience? The new 2025 Carrera T does without all-wheel drive or a towering rear spoiler. Instead, Porsche has gone back to basics, with an ‘emphasis …
The ‘perfect storm’ is upon us — Britain needs more start-up support
The largest annual festival of entrepreneurship and start-up events in the world is officially upon us, with a “perfect storm” paving the way for this year’s celebrations in Britain. Global …
Don’t sit back and watch Thames Water ‘car crash,’ ministers told
The government can’t sit back and watch the Thames Water “car crash,” a major union has warned. GMB’s warnings come after a Guardian investigation alleged Britain’s biggest water company is …
Revolut set to take on Hargreaves Lansdown after winning trading licence
Revolut is set to allow customers to buy UK-listed stocks on its platform from next year after winning a trading licence from the City watchdog. In an announcement today, Europe’s …
Former Kennedys partner fined £27k in last minute settlement
A former Kennedys real estate partner has settled his case with the legal watchdog moments before a hearing was set – but a case will still proceed against the firm’s …
‘Vital the government hears directly from UK plc:’ Consultation on captive insurance reform launched
The UK government has launched a consultation into a new regime for a captive insurance industry, as a chief executive warns it is vital the government hears directly from UK …
Vistry boss under fire as shareholder spat heats up
Vistry has tried to placate shareholders after scrutiny over the multiple roles its boss Greg Fitzgerald holds at the housebuilder and competing companies. Fitzgerald has served as executive chairman since …
Tickets to watch Nadal Davis Cup farewell going for £20,000
Tickets to watch what could be Rafael Nadal’s last match in professional tennis at this year’s Davis Cup are going for £20,000. Spain’s quarter-final against the Netherlands in Malaga, which …