Business

Growth Lending has unveiled a £150 million strategy to support the expansion of healthcare and social care providers across the UK, pledging to deliver flexible capital to a sector grappling with rising demand and tight access to finance. The specialist lender, best known for backing high-growth B2B businesses, will target ambitious operators in social care, primary care, education, and health-led …

Chancellor Rachel Reeves used her keynote address at the Labour Party conference to draw sharp battle lines with Nigel Farage and Reform UK, declaring them the “single greatest threat” to Britain’s way of life and living standards. In a speech heavy on rhetoric but light on new policies, Reeves sought to contrast Labour’s agenda of economic stability and long-term planning …

The UK government has unveiled the next three train operators that will return to public ownership, as ministers push ahead with the phased dismantling of private rail franchises. The Department for Transport (DfT) confirmed that Greater Anglia services will be renationalised first, on 12 October 2025, followed by West Midlands Trains on 1 February 2026, and Govia Thameslink on 31 …

Mounting speculation that Chancellor Rachel Reeves may target retirement savings in her November Budget is already sending ripples through financial markets and prompting British expatriates across Europe to explore moving their pensions out of the UK. Wealth manager deVere Group has reported a sharp rise in enquiries from expats in Portugal, Spain, France and the Netherlands, with savers increasingly considering …

In today’s fast-moving business world, inclusivity is often spoken about but less often practiced in meaningful ways. True inclusivity goes far beyond ticking boxes, it’s about creating spaces where every voice is heard, respected, and valued. For SME and SMB leaders, this isn’t just about doing the right thing; it’s about shaping company cultures from the offset that fuel creativity, …

Britain’s labour market is showing signs of strain, with new data revealing a fall in job openings and growing pessimism among businesses, fuelling fears that the economy may be sliding towards recession. Recruitment site Adzuna reported vacancies fell by 2.1 per cent year-on-year in August, driven by softer demand and higher employment costs, including the National Living Wage and employer …

A quarter of Britain’s richest families are weighing up leaving the country as fears mount over Labour’s tax raid on private schools and speculation of further levies in next month’s Budget. A new survey of high-net-worth individuals by wealth manager Saltus reveals widespread disillusionment among affluent households, with VAT on private school fees cited as a key factor driving many …

Karachi: Lucky Investments Limited (“Lucky Investments”) has been recognized as the Emerging Islamic Finance Entity of the Year in South Asia at the 10th Islamic Finance Forum of South Asia (IFFSA) Conference & Awards 2025, held in Colombo, Sri Lanka. The award is testament to stellar performance of Lucky Investments since launch of its first fund in April 2025. The …

Bridges are more than just pathways; they are symbols of human innovation, determination, and architectural brilliance. From spanning vast rivers and valleys to connecting distant lands, the highest and longest bridges in the world stand as testaments to engineering excellence. These structures not only solve logistical challenges but also showcase the artistic and scientific progress of modern civilization. The Highest …

Glasgow-based recruitment technology platform Willo has raised £3 million ($4 million) in fresh funding to combat the growing wave of AI-generated job applications, with a first-of-its-kind “blue tick” feature that automatically verifies candidate credentials. The funding round, led by Peter Bauer, the founder of cybersecurity giant Mimecast, marks the largest in Willo’s history and takes total investment in the fast-scaling …