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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A proposed UK holiday tax could cost 33,000 jobs and reduce tourism spending by £1.8bn, with industry leaders warning it would harm growth and competitiveness. Read more: Holiday tax could cost 33,000 jobs and £700m in lost revenue, industry warns
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