GAC International held its first dedicated global launch event at Auto China 2026, unveiling three key models and an upgraded global strategy. Overseas sales surged, with over 400,000 users worldwide.
Fletchers Group acquires EMG Solicitors and JE Bennett Law to form one of the UK's largest Court of Protection practices, led by EMG founder Emma Gaudern.
EcoFlow launches OCEAN 2 Plus at Solar and Storage Live London 2026, a scalable home battery system with up to 300 kWh storage, 10,000-cycle lifespan, and smart energy management for UK homes.
Zymurgorium, a major UK distillery known for gin and beers, has collapsed into administration after a decade. Joint administrators appointed on April 13.
A deal to end the Birmingham bin strike includes agency worker permanency, quashed discipline, and job security. Unite warns it will walk away if there are U-turns.
Lloyds Bank announces UK's first Plain Vanilla Listed Bond conversion, transferring £1.4bn to make corporate bonds more accessible to retail investors.
The British Army will phase out Land Rovers after 70 years, replacing them with a new Babcock GLV based on Toyota Land Cruiser and Hilux, developed under the MoD's Light Mobility Programme.
The FCA's £9.1bn motor finance compensation scheme proceeds after the Finance and Leasing Association and major lenders decline legal action, despite concerns.
Thomas 'Bomber' Kavanagh, head of the Kinahan gang's UK arm, was jailed for 21 years in 2022 for a £30m drug smuggling ring. His plot to fake a weapons cache added six more years.
NatWest is notifying customers about changes to how it processes biometric data from May 20, 2026, shifting from consent to legitimate interests for fraud prevention.
Nationwide issues update on UK building society rule changes. Katharine Braddick, new PRA chief, discusses leverage buffers with Treasury Committee.
KCOM's pre-tax loss grew to £31.2m in 2025, but cost-cutting and asset sales boosted operating profit. Bosses say the firm is now in a stronger position with rising profits.
Original plans for a Beatles-themed Hilton hotel in Liverpool's Mathew Street have been abandoned. New proposals seek to convert the Cavern Walks site into 85 serviced apartments with a gym and spa.
A Birmingham man has been sentenced for his role in a gang that smuggled over 150 million cigarettes into the UK, evading more than £41 million in tax.
Sambafoot, a leading football tipster platform, has migrated to OddsScanner, combining expert predictions with global odds comparison for a unified user experience.
Dylan Jones-Evans evaluates Plaid Cymru's Senedd manifesto, praising its detailed economic vision but questioning the feasibility of key proposals like the National Development Agency and procurement targets.
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PixerLens and TCS announce a strategic partnership to deliver AI-powered application intelligence on the TCS SovereignSecure Cloud, enabling secure, scalable AI adoption globally.
AJ Bell reported a 42% rise in net inflows to £2.7bn in Q2, with customer numbers hitting a record 723,000, driven by marketing and low-cost propositions.
The Serious Fraud Office investigates allegations that three companies defrauded £44 million in public money through false invoices for insulation work under the ECO4 scheme.
First-Rate Maintenance, a property maintenance business based in North Shields, has been rescued through a pre-pack administration sale to Dima Group, preserving all 28 jobs and ensuring continued operations under its existing name.
I'm A Celebrity South Africa's Jimmy Bullard may lose part of his show fee after a heated Bushtucker trial row with Adam Thomas, leading to their elimination.
The Best Ever Brownie Company has officially entered liquidation, closing its final cafe permanently due to rising costs and founder health issues.
An urgent product recall has been issued for cordless pressure washers due to serious electric shock risks. The Office for Product Safety and Standards warns consumers to check devices purchased online.
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Applexus Limited announces the official rebranding of its UK subsidiary Absoft, completing the integration following the 2024 acquisition and uniting two leading SAP consultancies under one global brand.
Luxury handbag maker Mulberry has returned to sales growth across all regions, with UK retail and online sales surging 13.7% in the final six months. CEO Andrea Baldo calls it a year of decisive progress.
GivEnergy Ltd, a UK residential battery supplier, has entered administration with all employees made redundant. The company reported a £5.4 million loss for 2024.
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Hoteliers in Blackpool anticipate a strong summer season as UK holidays gain popularity. Meanwhile, NatWest sells its HR advisory arm, Manchester United secures £2bn funding, and Rolls-Royce invests £19.3m in turbines. The economy faces uncertainty due to
London-based emission-free delivery firm Quiver has entered liquidation, threatening over 60 jobs and disrupting parcel services across the UK and France.
Snap Inc, the parent company of Snapchat, confirms plans to reduce its workforce by 1,000 employees, representing a 16% cut, as part of a cost-saving initiative.