‘Abandoned’: UK citizens trapped in Sudan concerned as Government has ‘severely limited’ ability to help April 24, 2023 British nationals trapped in Sudan have said they feel “abandoned” by the UK Government as the Foreign Secretary warned that help will remain “severely limited” until a ceasefire is reached. James Cleverly has faced questions about why British diplomats had been prioritised over other UK citizens following a night-time evacuation mission to rescue embassy staff [...]
Quantum investments buoyed by government interest despite shaky markets October 5, 2022 Investments in quantum startups have been buoyed by increasing government support worldwide, despite a worsening economic climate, the boss of the UK’s only listed quantum investor has said today. The London-listed fund, which floated at the end of 2021, has also seen a “significant” uptick in the quality and number of potential investee companies coming [...]
Barratt boss hits out at government’s ‘deeply unfair’ levy to fix cladding crisis May 5, 2022 The boss of one of the UK’s largest property developers has today hit out against the government for its “deeply unfair” levy on housebuilders to solve the cladding crisis. London-listed Barratt Developments has set aside £480m to fix the cladding on buildings it built above 11 metres, however it is expecting to pay another £400m [...]
Electric dreams: Is the government really prepared to save car industry after Britishvolt chaos? March 6, 2023 The collapse and revival of Britishvolt raises questions over how the government can revive the car industry - if it wants to.
Government will have to be ‘brave’ in the face of local opposition to meet net zero goals, former energy head warns August 8, 2023 The government will have to be "brave" in the face of local opposition to its electrification plans, a former head of energy has warned.
Energy firms welcome Government support package for households September 8, 2022 Energy firms have broadly welcomed the announced support package for households this winter, but called for more focus on demand.
Travel businesses need to be eligible for government energy cap September 8, 2022 Travel businesses should be eligible for the government’s cap on energy bills, according to travel association ABTA. ABTA, which represents UK travel agents, said the sector should receive financial support as it is heading into the low travel season with many companies still recovering from the pandemic’s impact. “With a fiscal statement expected later this [...]
Smoking laws light up the path for a small government September 7, 2022 A Johnson government, with its tendency to lean towards state intervention, and a pandemic, which lead to restrictions not seen for decades, has left the UK in an era where the big hand of Whitehall is the norm. Rolling back the size of the state was put front and centre of Liz Truss’ leadership campaign, [...]
Automotive sector calls on government to secure industry’s long-term future November 29, 2022 The UK automotive industry has called on the government to “take rapid action” and secure its long-term future, as the sector could contribute an additional £14bn to the economy. According to analysis published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), the sector’s recovery is expected to gain momentum next year after two [...]
Exclusive: ‘Price cap not fit for purpose’ as Government slashes support October 17, 2022 The energy price cap is "no longer fit for the purpose" and should be reviewed, argued energy specialist Cornwall Insight.