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UK city centre locked down and bars 'closed' as police seal off area

A serious traffic incident in Nottingham city centre led to the arrest of a driver and the closure of businesses in the area as police investigate.

Mar 22 β€’ 19:51 UTC
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National & Local

Minister claimed thousands of pounds on expenses for promotional videos

Labour minister Al Carns claimed around Β£3,000 in expenses for promotional videos, including a video of him doing pull-ups at a fire station.

Mar 21 β€’ 17:00 UTC
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National & Local

British gas company and 5 major businesses plummet into administration

A significant number of UK businesses, including notable brands, have entered administration, reflecting ongoing economic distress.

Mar 21 β€’ 00:11 UTC
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National & Local

Fish and chip shop owners warn that weight loss jabs are having a real impact on businesses

Fish and chip shop owners in the UK are adjusting their portion sizes due to declining sales attributed to weight loss injections affecting customer appetites.

Mar 20 β€’ 13:28 UTC
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National & Local

Energy firms warned against ripping off businesses as Middle East crisis pushes up prices

Energy Secretary Ed Miliband and Ofgem have cautioned energy firms to maintain fair pricing amid rising global energy costs due to the Middle East crisis.

Mar 19 β€’ 01:59 UTC
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National & Local

Data breach could force SMEs to close as TV star warns of 'traitorous' threat

A former cyber expert warns that a significant number of small UK businesses risk closure due to cyber threats and data breaches.

Mar 18 β€’ 16:28 UTC
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National & Local

The 10 UK towns and cities hit worst by store closures as businesses struggle

UK high streets are experiencing significant business closures due to rising costs and decreasing consumer spending.

Mar 18 β€’ 10:27 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Half a million lose power as storm lashes US from midwest to east coast

A powerful storm system left half a million homes and businesses in the US without power, particularly affecting the Midwest and East Coast.

Mar 17 β€’ 14:16 UTC
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National & Local

'Business owners are struggling with energy bills - this is one way to save'

The UK government is extending an energy-saving digital tool to help small businesses cope with high energy bills.

Mar 17 β€’ 06:30 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Labour MPs have no reason to oppose new welfare reforms, says minister

The UK government's new welfare reforms aim to address youth unemployment by providing financial incentives for businesses to hire young people on benefits.

Mar 16 β€’ 15:30 UTC
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National & Local

Royal Mail warns 63 UK postcodes they won't receive mail on time – full list

Royal Mail has issued a warning that 63 UK postcodes will experience delays in mail delivery, affecting homes and businesses in England, Wales, and Scotland.

Mar 16 β€’ 10:05 UTC
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National & Local

Businesses to get Β£3,000 state bonus for hiring unemployed young people

The UK government will provide a Β£3,000 bonus to businesses for hiring young unemployed individuals as youth unemployment reaches an 11-year high.

Mar 16 β€’ 08:15 UTC
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National & Local

Major drive to get under 25s on benefits into work as businesses offered Β£3,000

A new initiative in the UK aims to reduce youth unemployment by offering businesses Β£3,000 to hire young people on benefits.

Mar 16 β€’ 07:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Businesses affected by one of world’s longest Covid lockdowns to receive $125m from Victorian government

Victorian businesses impacted by extensive Covid-19 lockdowns will receive $125 million from the state government following a class action settlement.

Mar 16 β€’ 03:26 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡ͺ Postimees
National & Local

WSJ: Elon Musk's Tesla will start supplying electricity to the British

Tesla has secured a license to supply electricity to households and businesses in the UK, marking a significant milestone for Elon Musk's company in expanding its energy business.

Mar 15 β€’ 07:30 UTC
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National & Local

UK food company and 4 more huge businesses plunge into administration

Five prominent UK businesses, including a food distributor, have entered administration amidst a larger trend of company collapse in the country.

Mar 14 β€’ 00:11 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Tesla becomes an electricity provider in Britain

The UK's energy regulator Ofgem has granted Tesla a license to supply electricity to households and businesses throughout Great Britain.

Mar 13 β€’ 08:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Elon Musk's Tesla given go-ahead to supply electricity in Great Britain

Tesla, led by Elon Musk, has received approval to supply electricity to households and businesses across Great Britain, expanding its energy operations.

Mar 12 β€’ 09:17 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

UK companies struggling to hire young people amid cost pressures, MPs told

UK businesses are facing challenges in hiring young workers due to rising costs that have impacted profit margins and recruitment plans, according to reports to MPs.

Mar 11 β€’ 14:58 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Senate Democrats introduce bill to shield small businesses from Trump’s new tariffs

Senate Democrats have proposed a bill aimed at exempting small businesses from tariffs imposed by Donald Trump, addressing the financial strain these tariffs have put on them.

Mar 10 β€’ 17:53 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Sky News
National & Local

More than Β£150,000 raised for businesses hit by Glasgow fire

Over Β£150,000 has been raised through crowdfunding for businesses affected by a recent fire in Glasgow, with government support promised for recovery efforts.

Mar 10 β€’ 14:49 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Sky News
National & Local

Scotland's busiest station still closed after 'Blitz-like' fire

Glasgow Central Station remains closed for the third consecutive day following a significant fire at a nearby vape shop that affected local businesses and led to widespread train cancellations.

Mar 10 β€’ 02:56 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Small business owners doubt they’ll see refunds after supreme court invalidates Trump’s tariffs

The US Supreme Court invalidated former President Trump's tariffs, potentially allowing $175 billion in refunds for affected businesses, yet many small business owners remain skeptical about receiving these funds due to ambiguous claims processes.

Mar 9 β€’ 12:00 UTC
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National & Local

AD FEATURE: Income Tax reporting is changing - here’s what businesses need to do

UK businesses will soon face new income tax reporting requirements under the Making Tax Digital (MTD) scheme, starting in April 2026.

Mar 6 β€’ 06:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Sky News
National & Local

South East Water fined Β£22m for repeated supply failures

South East Water has been fined Β£22 million by the Ofwat regulator due to repeated failures in water supply affecting thousands of households and businesses in Kent and Sussex.

Mar 5 β€’ 06:51 UTC
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National & Local

Australian energy bills could surge as Iran conflict drives up global gas prices

Global gas prices are on the rise due to the conflict involving Iran, raising concerns about a renewal of energy shocks similar to those experienced in 2022, which severely impacted Australian energy bills and businesses.

Mar 3 β€’ 14:00 UTC
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National & Local

UK firms in Middle East face heightened threat from Iran hackers, agency warns

UK businesses operating in the Middle East are being advised to enhance their cyber defenses due to increased threats from Iranian hackers following recent US-Israeli military actions.

Mar 2 β€’ 18:27 UTC
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National & Local

Jacinta Allan says planned work-from-home law would affect all Victorian businesses

Jacinta Allan announced that the Victorian government's plan for a work-from-home entitlement will apply universally to all businesses, including small enterprises, amid necessary consultations.

Mar 2 β€’ 18:00 UTC
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National & Local

Trump administration warns tariff refund process β€˜will take time’

The Trump administration has informed businesses that the refund process for tariffs overturned by the US Supreme Court will be lengthy, following a recent Supreme Court ruling.

Feb 28 β€’ 02:56 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

DWP March deadline as Β£11,000 warning issued

The UK Department for Work and Pensions warns small businesses of an Β£11,000 cost if they lose employees to health issues ahead of a March 31 deadline to enroll in a free support training programme.

Feb 27 β€’ 09:49 UTC
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National & Local

Anyone with a drive in the UK to see Β£500 change from April 1

From April 1, UK households and businesses will see the cap on grants for installing electric vehicle chargepoints raised to Β£500, significantly easing the installation cost for many.

Feb 25 β€’ 06:32 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Group expands legal claim over South West Water sewage pollution

A legal claim against South West Water for sewage pollution is being expanded to include more residents and businesses in Devon and Cornwall.

Feb 25 β€’ 06:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
World

Donald Trump’s new 10% global tariff comes into effect

Donald Trump's new 10% global tariff has been implemented, bringing some relief to British businesses despite previous threats of a higher rate.

Feb 24 β€’ 08:11 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Senate Democrats call for government to start refunding $175bn in tariff money

Senate Democrats are urging the government to refund $175 billion in tariff revenues deemed collected illegally due to Trump-era policies.

Feb 23 β€’ 17:18 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Sky News
National & Local

'Staring down the barrel at higher costs': UK businesses face uncertain future over US tariffs

UK businesses are bracing for increased costs and uncertainty due to new US tariffs set to be implemented, following a Supreme Court ruling that affects trade policies.

Feb 23 β€’ 10:54 UTC
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National & Local

Abandoned shopping centre to be demolished after all 30 shops SHUT DOWN in 1 hour

Demolition has begun at the Priory Square shopping centre in Birmingham after all businesses were abruptly ordered to cease trading due to safety concerns.

Feb 22 β€’ 17:41 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

High energy prices threaten UK’s status as manufacturing power, business groups say

A report reveals that rising energy prices risk the UK's manufacturing status, with 40% of businesses cutting investments due to high electricity and gas costs.

Feb 22 β€’ 07:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
World

Trump tariff court ruling does little to end uncertainty for global business

A US Supreme Court ruling declaring Donald Trump's tariffs illegal introduces clarity on presidential powers but leaves international businesses in continued uncertainty about future trade policies.

Feb 20 β€’ 18:04 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Donald Trump's major tariffs blow is 'great news' for UK businesses

A ruling by the US Supreme Court against Trump's tariffs is seen as beneficial for UK businesses, according to an economist.

Feb 20 β€’ 17:33 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

β€˜Made in Europe’ EU industrial strategy could hit supply chains, UK minister warns

UK Minister Nick Thomas-Symonds warns that the EU’s β€˜Made in Europe’ strategy could disrupt supply chains and raise costs for businesses dealing with the EU.

Feb 19 β€’ 13:56 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

β€˜We are the forgotten little town’: will disenchantment in Denton leave it ripe for Reform?

Residents of Denton express disenchantment over local economic decline, with Reform Party support becoming more visible ahead of an upcoming byelection.

Feb 19 β€’ 11:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Mamdani threatens to raise New York property tax if wealth tax isn’t passed

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani has proposed budget measures that could either raise taxes on the wealthy or result in a significant property tax increase for residents and businesses.

Feb 18 β€’ 17:29 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

UK floods: Warning issued for days and months of misery to come

Heavy rainfall in the UK has led to flooding warnings, with predictions of continued adverse weather for weeks ahead, impacting homeowners and businesses primarily in the South West.

Feb 18 β€’ 13:57 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Embattled Sarah Ferguson closes six businesses in just days amid Epstein scandal

Sarah Ferguson has shut down six businesses in three days due to pressure from her association with Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 17 β€’ 19:40 UTC
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National & Local

'Vape capital of Britain' with 54 e-cigarette stores packed into two streets

The area of Cheetham Hill in Greater Manchester has become known as the 'Vape District', with 54 e-cigarette stores concentrated in just two streets, raising concerns among locals.

Feb 17 β€’ 14:46 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡° Politiken
National & Local

British economy is almost completely stalled

The British economy is struggling to grow, with only a 0.1% increase in GDP in the last two quarters, which has negative implications for Danish businesses that rely on exports to the UK.

Feb 12 β€’ 10:27 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Warning about the impact of 'tourist tax' on staycation prices: Money LIVE

Families may face higher costs for staycations due to a proposed 'tourist tax' that could affect both vacationers and small businesses.

Feb 12 β€’ 09:06 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Family holidays face hammer blow from new tourist tax proposals

The proposed 'tourist tax' in England could significantly increase costs for families planning holidays, potentially leading to decreased domestic tourism and pressures on small hospitality businesses.

Feb 12 β€’ 06:00 UTC
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National & Local

'I visited dismal UK market town and was shocked by what I saw within 10 minutes'

The article describes a journalist's visit to Burgess Hill, a UK market town in decline, highlighting its failed local economy and struggling businesses.

Feb 11 β€’ 15:42 UTC
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National & Local

Loughborough incident LIVE: Baxter Gate locked down in 'avoid area' warning

Emergency services have responded to a hazardous incident in Loughborough, prompting police to establish a cordon around Baxter Gate and evacuate nearby businesses.

Feb 11 β€’ 14:38 UTC

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