Category : Business Innovation


Rachel Reeves Confirms 22% Tax on ISA Interest

Rachel Reeves confirms a 22% tax on interest from stocks and shares ISAs as part of reforms before leaving office. The tax-free limit for under-65s is cut to £12,000 from April 2027.

Ceredigion Farmer Wins Sustainable Agriculture Award

Peter Loxdale from Castle Hill Farm, Llanilar, wins the NFU Cymru/Wynnstay Sustainable Agriculture Award for balancing productivity with environmental stewardship, including soil health, wildlife, and community support.

Business confidence hits 2026 low, IoD warns Burnham

Business confidence in the UK has fallen to its lowest point this year, with the IoD's optimism index dropping to -61. The lobby group warns Andy Burnham to focus on delivery over government machinery changes.

Thomas Hardy Holdings Reports Record Year

Thomas Hardy Holdings achieved record turnover of £27.5m in 2025, up 39%, with pre-tax profits soaring 132% to £4.1m. The group forecasts further growth in 2026.

Binzhou's Shift to Intelligent Manufacturing

Binzhou, a city in China's Shandong province, is undergoing a major industrial transformation from traditional manufacturing to intelligent manufacturing, driven by innovation and technology.

New First Time Buyer ISA May Cost Savers £630

Labour's proposed First Time Buyer ISA could leave savers £630 worse off than the Lifetime ISA, according to AJ Bell. The new product's lack of detail on bonuses and limits raises concerns.

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