Electric vehicle sales targets could be cut after pressure from car makers
The UK government is reviewing its electric vehicle sales targets after pressure from car makers, potentially reducing the mandate from 80% to 50% by 2030.
Thames Water plans to restart desalination plant – after drought has ended
Thames Water plans to restart its Beckton desalination plant by year-end to rebuild winter reservoir supplies, though drought conditions are expected to ease before operations begin.
Royal Parks gardeners vote to strike over 70p an hour pay rise
Gardeners employed at London’s Royal Parks have voted to strike over a proposed 70-pence-per-hour pay increase, with their union calling the offer insufficient.
Boeing sells eVTOL subsidiaries, takes stake in Archer
Boeing sells three eVTOL and aerospace subsidiaries to Archer Aviation in exchange for a 19.75% stake in the startup, streamlining its focus on core operations.
UK economy grows but experts warn of challenging months ahead
UK economy grew 0.4% between April and June, meeting expectations but prompting warnings that temporary factors like sports events and summer weather drove gains that may not sustain.
Sports Direct owner Mike Ashley buys Harvey Nichols
Mike Ashley’s Frasers Group has acquired luxury department store Harvey Nichols from administration for approximately £40m, taking control of its UK operations while franchise agreements for overseas stores continue.