UK’s climate aid cuts condemned as ‘reckless’ slashing that will ‘betray world’s poorest’ Campaigners warn proposals will drive global allies away at a critical time The Independent UK · Mar 4
I spent the weekend testing the best guitar gear of the year at The Guitar Show in Birmingham – these are the 9 hottest products you can buy right now I visited a sold-out UK Guitar Show to check out the latest and greatest from the wide world of guitar gear Guitar World · Mar 4
Households face shocking increase in energy bills from July, experts warn QatarEnergy has been forced to pause production of liquified natural gas (LNG) at several sites hit during Iran’s response The Independent UK · Mar 4
Starmer says UK-US relationship does not mean ‘hanging on to Trump’s words’ Sir Keir Starmer has been the subject of personal attacks from Donald Trump over the initial refusal to allow British bases to be used to bomb Iran. Evening Standard · Mar 4
Exclusive: ‘Will we ever see a new FinePix? Unlikely’ says Fujifilm, as its compact cameras have evolved intro pricey retro models We spoke with Fujifilm's General Manager for Imaging Solutions in the UK, Theo Georghiades, about making cameras fun again and which compact cameras make business sense TechRadar · Mar 4
Yes, Keir Starmer must do better and go faster in bringing Britain closer to Europe. Here’s how to reset his reset MPs warn the plan so far lacks direction and drive, but there are four clear ways to really move on from our disastrous Brexit, says Naomi Smith of Best for Britain The Guardian - UK · Mar 4
Hanging on to Trump’s latest words ‘is not the special relationship’, Starmer tells MPs Prime minister says getting British nationals to safety is his priority as Badenoch attacks his approach at PMQs The Guardian - UK · Mar 4
US bombers expected to arrive in UK within days for missions to destroy Iran’s weapons systems The deployment of American planes to Britain would come amid a huge rift between Donald Trump and Sir Keir Starmer over the Iran war Evening Standard · Mar 4
UK Economy Faces Budget Cycle Strain as Iran Conflict Volatility Hits Markets Explore how global tensions and rising oil prices are impacting the UK's economic recovery, with insights into the upcoming Budget cycle and inflation risks. International Business Times UK · Mar 4
Iran conflict latest: UK troops on high alert and ready for deployment in Cyprus, Western officials say US bombers are expected to arrive at British air bases within days, western officials said The Independent UK · Mar 4
Britain not ruling out future strikes on Iran missile sites, officials indicate ‘We just don’t know what will happen,’ western officials say, as UK bases prepare for arrival of US heavy bombers The Guardian - UK · Mar 4
UK halts study visas from four countries to stop students claiming asylum The British government has imposed an "emergency brake" on visas for students from Afghanistan, Cameroon, Myanmar and Sudan, in response to what it said was a surge of requests for asylum from people arriving in the United Kingdom to study. Radio France Internationale · Mar 4
Husband of Labour MP Joani Reid arrested on suspicion of spying for China The MP said she has ‘never seen anything to make me suspect my husband has broken any law’. Evening Standard · Mar 4
The Guardian - UK · Mar 4 UK oil firm fined £13m for repeatedly publishing inaccurate financial results Wood Group’s ‘desire to maintain previously stated financial results’ influenced inaccurate reporting, says regulator
The Independent UK · Mar 4 UK households urged to fix energy bills amid fears of Iran war price hikes IN FULL
Evening Standard · Mar 4 Rihanna perfumes recalled over fears they could be 'harmful to women and unborn babies' Batches of two of the singer’s scents were found to contain chemicals that are banned for cosmetic use in the UK and EU
Evening Standard · Mar 4 UK interest rates could go back above 4% if energy shock persists, Niesr warns The National Institute of Economic and Social Research said the Bank of England will have to contend with a ‘shock’ to energy costs.
The Independent UK · Mar 4 Experts tell UK households to fix energy bills now amid Iran war price hike fears Nearly 60 energy deals have already been removed or changed, experts warn
inkl · Mar 4 Is Your Company Culture Quietly Driving Employees Away? Employee turnover is often associated with low pay, high workloads, external opportunities, or work-life balance challenges. However, HR managers should be aware that company culture can be a primary factor, with 46% of UK employees reporting they have worked in or are working in a toxic environment.
The Guardian - UK · Mar 4 Nvidia and UK Wealth Fund invest in British autonomous driving startup Oxa Oxford-based firm has raised $103m for commercial development of software for self-driving industrial vehicles
Evening Standard · Mar 4 UK service personnel facing ‘acute security threats’ in Middle East – Swinney Scotland’s First Minister said he is ‘deeply concerned’ about the situation.
The Independent UK · Mar 4 Engineering giant fined £13m by financial watchdog over inaccurate accounts The UK firm was sold to Dubai-based firm Sidara late last year for £216 million
The Independent UK · Mar 4 British tourists stuck in Dubai criticise ‘confusing’ support from UK government A couple stuck in Dubai amid ongoing Iranian strikes has expressed their frustration at the British government as they attempt to make their way home.
The Independent UK · Mar 4 Iain Duncan Smith listed among pro-democracy names sent to alleged Hong Kong spy, court told Chung Biu Yuen and former UK Border Force officer Chi Leung Wai deny undertaking surveillance and acts of deception in the UK on behalf of the Hong Kong authorities