Download IPFS The suspension of operations at the Vivergo bioethanol plant in Hull has raised renewed concerns for the UK agricultural economy, particularly among wheat growers and stakeholders in the domestic biofuels market. Jamie Burrows, Chair of the National Farmers’ Union (NFU) Combinable Crops Board, noted that the closure could[Read More…]

Download IPFS The United Kingdom’s labour market continues to underperform compared to much of Europe, with productivity levels still lagging and workforce participation yet to rebound to pre-pandemic levels. Official figures show a significant rise in long-term economic inactivity, particularly among working-age adults facing chronic health issues. Data from the[Read More…]

Download IPFS Retail property group Hammerson has announced plans to acquire full ownership of Birmingham’s prominent shopping destinations, Bullring and Grand Central, in a transaction valued at £319 million. The deal, which will see Hammerson buy out its joint venture partner, Canada Pension Plan (CPP) Investments, will make the company[Read More…]

Download IPFS The United Kingdom has emerged as the leading nation in Europe for electric vehicle (EV) adoption, achieving the highest market share of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) among the continent’s five largest economies in the first half of 2025. The figures show a clear shift among British drivers as[Read More…]

Download IPFS The UK economy could suffer a blow exceeding £22 billion this year as domestic tourism sharply declines, prompting urgent calls for intervention. Despite a summer marked by multiple heatwaves, traditional British staycation activities such as camping and caravanning are seeing a major drop in participation, leaving small businesses[Read More…]