The Organizing Committee for the Saudi Automotive Sector Award, in its 14th edition for the year 2026, has announced its decision to extend the nomination period for all award categories and divisions. This step comes with the support of the Saudi Automobile and Motorcycle Federation (SAMF) and under the strategic sponsorship of “GP” Finance. The […]
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UK mobile operators VodafoneThree, Virgin Media O2 and EE warn they may ration signal access and introduce surge pricing after being excluded from Rachel Reeves’s energy support scheme. Read more: Mobile operators warn of signal rationing as energy costs spiral
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The UK government has unveiled a £30m funding package for video game developers, doubling support for the sector through its Creative Industries Sector Plan and Industrial Strategy. Read more: Government doubles down on gaming with £30m funding package as sector eyes global growth
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Britain’s private sector barely grew in March as the Middle East conflict drives up costs and dampens confidence, raising the spectre of stagflation for SMEs already under pressure. Read more: The spectre of stagflation returns as Britain’s private sector grinds to a near-halt
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Workplace pension start-up Compound has raised £500,000 with backing from Monzo co-founder Paul Rippon and Fuel Ventures to challenge legacy providers in a market plagued by poor technology and rising opt-out rates. Read more: Monzo co-founder backs pension start-up Compound in £500,000 raise to shake up workplace savings
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UK manufacturers face a £1 billion surge in business rates from April 2026, with Make UK warning that 25,000 jobs are at risk as the sector battles rising energy and employment costs. Read more: Manufacturers bracing for £1 billion business rates bombshell as April cost crisis deepens
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UK retail sales fell 0.4% in February as shoppers cut spending, with economists warning the Iran war could further weaken demand and confidence. Read more: UK retail sales fall as shoppers tighten spending ahead of energy shock
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Barclays is scaling back lending to smaller borrowers after losses linked to private credit firm collapses, shifting focus to larger corporate clients. Read more: Barclays pulls back from small business lending after private credit losses
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The Salesforce everywoman in Technology Awards 2026 celebrate outstanding women in tech, highlighting innovation, leadership and diversity across the sector. Read more: Tech trailblazers recognised at Salesforce Everywoman Awards
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UK pubs could make just 3p profit per £1 spent on a pint as rising wages, energy and beer duty squeeze margins and threaten closures. Read more: UK pubs making just 3p profit per £1 as rising costs squeeze margins
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