The Welsh Liberal Democrats urge the next government to implement a distinct industrial strategy to support heavy industry and manufacturing, which constitutes 15% of Wales' economy, addressing challenges like energy costs and skills shortages.
A wedding venue and holiday homes business in the North Pennines, run by twin sisters, has received a five-figure loan to boost its marketing and brand growth.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer warns that the longer the Middle East conflict persists, the greater the economic risk to the UK, despite current resilience. Oil prices surge above $100 a barrel, impacting markets and inflation forecasts.
Liverpool City Region leaders are promoting a £10bn growth plan and major projects like North Docks regeneration at the global property forum MIPIM in Cannes, seeking long-term investment partners.
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A new Mayoral Development Corporation in Birmingham East aims to attract billions in investment and create tens of thousands of jobs by streamlining major regeneration projects.
Something Different Wholesale aims to double European sales to £6m within two years through new language websites, trade show presence, and Dutch operations, supported by Welsh Government programmes.
A detailed analysis calls for the next Welsh Government to prioritize productivity, entrepreneurship, and business support to transform economic outcomes and create sustainable growth across Wales.
Liverpool City Region Combined Authority announces new funding to accelerate development of Grade A offices, lab space, and industrial units to meet market demand and support economic growth.
Northern Lithium plans to extract lithium from Ludwell Farm in County Durham, aiming to raise £3m now and £30m later this year to boost UK domestic production and reduce reliance on imports.
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Business leaders across the North West remain cautious following Chancellor Rachel Reeves' spring statement, warning of insufficient measures against potential oil price shocks and Middle East turmoil despite government confidence in its economic strategy
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces in the Spring Statement that the OBR has downgraded UK economic growth for 2026 to 1.1%, with forecasts adjusted for future years.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has declared in her Spring Statement that UK citizens will be £1,000 better off per year by the next election, citing GDP growth and falling inflation as key drivers.
The Confederation of British Industry reports private sector activity is expected to contract, but business and professional services in the City are set for their strongest quarter since 2024.
The Cardiff Capital Region's £50m equity fund has invested in energy innovation company Sero, which aims to improve energy efficiency in thousands of homes across the UK.
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Business confidence in the North East jumped 15 points to 55% in February, surpassing the UK average of 44%. Over half of firms plan to hire more staff, with manufacturing and construction sectors leading the optimism.
The North East Procurement Organisation (NEPRO) has launched a £20 billion procurement platform in partnership with Constellia, creating over 30 new jobs and offering a flexible route for public sector contracts.
Frank Holmes argues Wales' economic growth depends on cultivating globally competitive firms with export ambition, not merely retaining local ownership through protectionist policies.
National Gas, Centrica, Equinor and SSE Thermal form consortium bidding for £500m government funding to develop UK's first integrated hydrogen network in Humber region, promising job creation and economic transformation.
A high-level West Midlands delegation led by Mayor Richard Parker is embarking on a six-day trade mission to India, aiming to strengthen economic ties, attract investment, and create jobs following the UK-India Free Trade Agreement.
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Japanese Ambassador Hiroshi Suzuki, accompanied by Paddington Bear, visited the West Midlands to explore trade and cultural links, meeting Mayor Richard Parker and touring key sites like Birmingham City FC and the Black Country Museum.
Mitsubishi Corporation has taken a stake in the Woodsmith Mine project near Whitby, raising hopes that the development can resume fully after Anglo American cut investment in 2024, potentially creating hundreds of jobs in North Yorkshire and Teesside.
Lloyds Banking Group announces a £3.5 billion funding package for North West businesses, with R Tindall Fabricators in Oldham securing £1.8 million for robotics investment.
Lloyds Banking Group pledges over £1bn in new finance for Welsh firms this year, part of a UK-wide £35bn initiative. Research shows 86% of Welsh businesses have clear growth plans.
The British Business Bank commits £60 million to NorthEdge's Fund IV, targeting SMEs in technology, healthcare, and business services across UK nations and regions to drive growth and job creation.
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Newark and Sherwood District Council has awarded over £267,000 to 12 rural organisations for projects enhancing community hubs, green spaces, and economic growth, with thousands of residents set to benefit.
Stratford-upon-Avon and Warwick have been recognized in a new UK-wide analysis for their high economic efficiency, based on productivity, employment rates, and business density indicators.
The £130m Investment Fund for Wales has completed its largest equity investment to date, injecting £3.5m into industrial services firm Advantiv to support expansion and job creation across South Wales.
A vacant site in Southport is set for a major transformation as EFT Group plans to relocate, creating jobs and apprenticeships with council support.
Nearly 90% of Welsh business owners express optimism about growth this year, driven by demand, tech investment, and diversification plans, outpacing UK confidence levels.
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A major employment scheme at Anglesey Freeport has secured £3.48m from the North Wales Growth Deal. The £19.1m Freeport Gateway project will create 72,000 sq ft of new space, supporting 233 jobs and generating £65.4m in economic impact by 2036.
