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UK visa rules hurt science and tech ambitions, ministers warned
High costs and inflexible immigration system deter talent, say peersFinancial Times - 8h -
Scotland’s offshore wind risks ‘stalling of momentum’, warns minister
Kate Forbes says bureaucratic hurdles and transmission charges restrict competitivenessFinancial Times - 1d -
Ukrainians can bring children to UK as visa changes reversed
Charities say changes brought in without notice last February left families torn apart.BBC News - 3d -
UK ministers plan to subsidise EV loans to drive sales
State could underwrite private sector loans to reduce monthly repayments and purchase costsFinancial Times - 6d -
Reeves to warn that UK must ‘fight’ for economic growth
Chancellor will use keynote speech to signal she wants to face down opponents of developmentFinancial Times - 6d -
UK ministers demand safety for defence groups at university job fairs
Defence secretary John Healey says industry recruiters face ‘harassment and intimidation’ on campusFinancial Times - 6d -
New Zealand relaxes visa rules to lure digital nomads and influencers
Changes mean visitors and influencers working for foreign employers can stay longer in bid to boost tourism. New Zealand has relaxed its visitor visa rules to attract so-called “digital nomads” in ...The Guardian - Jan. 28 -
World Bank Warns Colombian Staff Against U.S. Travel After Trump Visa Edict
Several Colombians whose visas were revoked were World Bank employees traveling in the United States at the time. They were deported.The New York Times - Jan. 27 -
‘Memory hurts, memory guides’: Auschwitz survivors mark anniversary with warnings over rising antisemitism
Elderly former inmates gather for perhaps final time and urge vigilance against resurgent European far right. On a day of startling blue skies, Auschwitz survivors stood before princes and ...The Guardian - Jan. 27 -
New Zealand eases visa rules to lure 'digital nomads'
Visitors can carry out remote working for a foreign employer while holidaying in the country for up to 90 days, after which they could face possible tax implications.BBC News - Jan. 27 -
UK banks clash with BoE over rules on loss-absorbing debt
Lenders warn rules will harm City’s competitiveness and impose ‘significant costs’ on the sectorFinancial Times - Jan. 27 -
UK ministers explore shelving stricter audit rules for private companies
Talks with investors and audit firms come as government seeks to push growth agendaFinancial Times - Jan. 24 -
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Ministers weigh signing up UK to Europe customs scheme
EU trade chief says adding Britain to pan-European area is something Brussels ‘could consider’Financial Times - Jan. 23 -
UK minister calls TikTok desirable product but admits ‘genuine concerns’
Technology secretary Peter Kyle expresses fear of app being ‘propaganda vehicle’ but says it can deliver ‘exhilaration’ to users. TikTok’s power to deliver “exhilaration” and the UK’s relationship ...The Guardian - Jan. 23 -
Science Says Follow the Rule of ‘Nothing to Something’ to Guarantee Remarkable Success, Starting Today
Making marginal gains is often frustrating. Fortunately, there’s a guaranteed way to make huge gains with minimal effort.Inc. - Jan. 22 -
Ministers force out chair of UK’s competition regulator
Marcus Bokkerink replaced at CMA with government saying it wants pro-business decisions to drive prosperity and growthFinancial Times - Jan. 21 -
UK ministers poised to approve expansion of Gatwick airport
Government could also give the go-ahead to development of Luton to allow more passengersFinancial Times - Jan. 21 -
Trump unlikely to impose trade tariffs on UK, says Treasury minister
Darren Jones says Britain should not look at the incoming US president ‘as a risk’Financial Times - Jan. 19 -
Trump will want a good deal with UK, says minister
Darren Jones, the chancellor's second-in-command, is confident UK-US trading relationships could be deepened.BBC News - Jan. 19 -
UK ministers seek compromises on workers’ rights bill amid business concerns
Government to put forward amendments to employment legislation but remains intent on delivering broad planFinancial Times - Jan. 19 -
Proposed Alcohol Label Rules Would Require Nutrition Info, Allergen Warnings
The Treasury Department’s Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau is seeking public input on an initiative to add a fact box to beer, wine and spirits, similar to the USDA nutrients box on ...Inc. - Jan. 17 -
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IMF warns on Trump's plans but upgrades UK outlook
Trump's policies could benefit the US, but not the rest of the world, the IMF saysBBC News - Jan. 17 -
UK ministers signal support for China mega-embassy in London
David Lammy and Yvette Cooper outline conditions for proposed diplomatic complex at former Royal Mint siteFinancial Times - Jan. 16 -
In final address, Biden warns of "tech industrial complex," lists threats to U.S.
President Biden delivered his fifth and final address from the Oval Office five days before the end of his single term in office.CBS News - Jan. 16 -
How do UK regulators plan to cut back rules and boost growth?
Chancellor Rachel Reeves wants the regulatory sector to do more to drive the economyFinancial Times - Jan. 15 -
Aunt of UK’s anti-corruption minister denied Malta passport on corruption fears
Documentation for application by ally of ousted Bangladesh PM contains details of arrangement of family affairsFinancial Times - Jan. 10 -
UK presses ahead with gene editing plans despite EU warnings
Environment secretary tells FT that moves to adopt technology are ‘the right thing to do’Financial Times - Jan. 9 -
Cold snap grips UK with amber snow warning and -20C possible overnight
Yellow snow and ice warnings spanning Wednesday and Thursday are in place across the UK.BBC News - Jan. 8 -
UK minister accuses Musk of endangering her life
Jess Phillips hits back at tech billionaire after he attacks her handling of grooming scandalFinancial Times - Jan. 7 -
As Trump Praises Meta Decision, Tech Watchdogs Warn of Surge in Disinformation
While Republicans praised the move, some groups cautioned that effectively ending Meta’s fact-checking program would also lead to more conspiracy theories.The New York Times - Jan. 7 -
Bangladesh requests UK minister’s bank account details in corruption probe
UK City minister Tulip Siddiq under scrutiny for links to ousted regime of her aunt Sheikh HasinaFinancial Times - Jan. 7 -
French minister warns of ‘threat from within’ on Charlie Hebdo attack anniversary
Comments by Bruno Retailleau, who is known for his hardline views, comes as country marks decade since attack that killed 12 people. The threat of a terrorist attack on France is being fuelled by ...The Guardian - Jan. 7 -
Next warns of ‘anaemic’ growth after UK Budget tax increases
Retailer says measures will cost it £67mn in current financial year and warns of potentially chilling effect on economyFinancial Times - Jan. 7 -
Snow and ice warnings remain after floods hit UK
The Met Office says wintry weather is expected to bring icy roads and travel delays across the UK.BBC News - Jan. 7 -
Shortage of foster carers causing ‘very real’ UK crisis, Barnardo’s warns
Charity calls on government to launch national campaign amid rise in number of children entering care homes. ‘We’re very glad we’ve done it’: the Liverpool couple who fostered more than 40 ...The Guardian - Jan. 7 -
More snow, ice and rain to hit UK, as flood warnings issued
Rain warnings are in place for southern England and south Wales, with flood warnings issued as snow melts due to milder temperatures.BBC News - Jan. 6 -
