AI helps UK economy grow at fastest pace for more than two years
UK economy grew 0.7% in Q3 2026, its fastest pace in over two years, driven primarily by artificial intelligence services expansion and strong IT sector performance.
Poundland owner secures two extra weeks to ensure retail chain’s survival
Poundland’s owner has secured a two-week court extension to continue searching for a buyer, with three potential bidders under consideration for the struggling UK retail chain.
UK’s biggest insurer hit by rise in subsidence claims after record hot summer
The UK’s largest insurer Aviva reported a surge in subsidence claims following an exceptionally hot summer, with industry-wide increases as extreme weather causes ground shifts beneath homes.
UK-EU deal will ‘dissolve’ £60m a year of costs for plant trade, says Angela Eagle
A UK-EU sanitary and phytosanitary deal will eliminate £60m in annual costs for the horticulture industry by removing border checks and paperwork on plant imports, Environment Secretary Angela Eagle stated ahead of a summit scheduled for 20 November.
Jaguar Land Rover reports £451m quarterly loss after cutting 4,000 jobs
Jaguar Land Rover reported a £451m quarterly loss after announcing 4,000 job cuts, while its CEO called for EU-UK cooperation against Chinese competition.
Goodyear Tire CEO Mark Stewart steps down as company continues turnaround plan
Goodyear Tire CEO Mark Stewart has stepped down effective immediately, with board member Roger Wood taking over as interim CEO as the company continues its multiyear turnaround.