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Hongkongers in UK struggle to make skills pay in jobs market

Barriers to employment for new migrants mean many are overqualified

Financial Times - 14h

Santander profits rise at UK arm

Spanish lender says it faces competitive environment in market where future of its business remains in doubt

Financial Times - 1d

UK to dispose of radioactive plutonium stockpile

The government says it will dispose of its 140 tonnes of radioactive plutonium - currently stored at Sellafield.

BBC News - Jan. 24

2025 will be a challenging year in UK politics

The new administration’s honeymoon period has been brutally short and unforgiving, even by U.K. political standards.

The Hill - Jan. 23

The UK begins to shift the narrative on growth

Also in this week’s newsletter: why exports are the drivers of economic expansion

Financial Times - Jan. 23

UK borrows far more than expected in December

Government borrowing hits £17.8bn as chancellor Rachel Reeves faces pressure to turn around the economy

Financial Times - Jan. 22

UK competition watchdog chair ousted by government

Marcus Bokkerink is leaving as the government signals it is serious about growth, the BBC understands.

BBC News - Jan. 21

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 growth

Financial Times - Jan. 21

UK to launch digital driving licences to boost growth

New app will also include documents showing criminal record checks and proof of eligibility for state benefits

Financial Times - Jan. 21

UK's first drug consumption clinic figures revealed

The Safer Drugs Consumption Facility in Glasgow opened on 13 January, letting people take substances under supervision.

BBC News - 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 passengers

Financial Times - Jan. 21

Could TikTok ever be banned in the UK too?

Analysts have suggested it is "just matter of time" until the US ban on TikTok spreads.

BBC News - 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

Severance spending at top UK universities surges

FT analysis shows drop-off in overseas enrolments pushed redundancy payouts up by more than a fifth in 2024

Financial Times - Jan. 19

Outdoor learning group closes seven UK centres

Seven activity centres run by Kingswood close with immediate effect as it calls in administrators.

BBC News - Jan. 18

UK set to introduce digital driving licences

The government says technology should "make people's lives easier" but any system won't be mandatory.

BBC News - Jan. 18

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 says

BBC News - Jan. 17

Rare 'UFO clouds' spotted in UK skies

Northern parts of the UK have been treated to the stunning sight of lenticular clouds. Matt Taylor explains how they form.

BBC News - Jan. 17

Driver stopped in Tesla Cybertruck banned in UK

The eye-catching vehicle, which carries a price tag of about £48,000, is not yet legal on UK roads.

BBC News - Jan. 17

UK companies outpace US businesses in share buybacks

FTSE groups adopt practice that has drawn criticism from lawmakers but research suggests it could lift long-term share price

Financial Times - Jan. 17

UK pledges support for Ukraine with 100-year pact

Sir Keir Starmer visits Kyiv amid concerns the incoming Trump administration may reduce aid.

BBC News - Jan. 16

UK to launch local grooming gang inquiries

Ministers will provide £5mn in funding for up to five investigations

Financial Times - Jan. 16

UK economy’s 0.1% growth fails to hit forecasts

November expansion is first since August as pressure on chancellor Rachel Reeves to rebuild confidence grows

Financial Times - Jan. 16

UK economy disappoints despite return to growth

Official figures show the economy grew by 0.1% in November, although that was lower than had been expected.

BBC News - Jan. 16

UK moves closer to Chagos Islands deal with Mauritius

Last-minute push to finalise agreement on crucial military base before inauguration of Donald Trump

Financial Times - Jan. 13

Your best pictures as snow and frost envelop UK

The UK's coldest January night in 15 years saw temperatures in northern Scotland drop to -18.9C.

BBC News - Jan. 11

Reform UK councillors resign in protest over Farage

A group of councillors in Derbyshire say the party "has lost its sense of direction" under Farage's leadership.

BBC News - Jan. 11

US and UK toughens sanctions on Russian oil industry

The actions are aimed at cutting off revenue Moscow is using to fund its war in Ukraine.

BBC News - Jan. 11

UK gas reserves 'concerningly low': Biggest supplier

Yahoo News - Jan. 10

UK security officials monitor Elon Musk's posts

A Home Office team is tracking the reach and impact of posts by the tech mogul and others for security risks.

BBC News - Jan. 10

Inside the UK's first legal drug consumption room

The Thistle will open its doors next week after nearly a decade of deadlock over drug laws.

BBC News - Jan. 10

UK businesses back scheme to prevent repeat offending

Prisons minister James Timpson’s initiative will see people on probation and serving sentences outside jail helped into work

Financial Times - Jan. 10

UK Athletics charged with manslaughter over Paralympian’s death

Abdullah Hayayei, 36, who represented UAE, was injured in London in July 2017 and pronounced dead at the scene. UK Athletics has been charged with corporate manslaughter over the death of a ...

The Guardian - Jan. 8

UK Athletics charged with manslaughter over death of Paralympian

UK Athletics is charged with manslaughter over the death of Paralympian Abdullah Hayayei.

BBC News - Jan. 8

'Largest recorded UK catfish' caught in Essex lake

Shaun Ing and friends used a body bag left over from Halloween to help lift the giant fish.

BBC News - Jan. 8

UK offers to frontload payments in Chagos Islands talks

Officials are racing to conclude deal before Donald Trump takes office later this month

Financial Times - Jan. 8

UK watchdog bans adverts featuring burning dollars

Posters from Islamic finance start-up Wahed Invest likely to cause ‘serious offence’, rules ASA

Financial Times - Jan. 8

UK minister accuses Musk of endangering her life

Jess Phillips hits back at tech billionaire after he attacks her handling of grooming scandal

Financial Times - Jan. 7

UK officials recommend probe into Houchen’s Teesworks project

Regeneration scheme should be investigated over value-for-money concerns, deputy prime minister Angela Rayner told

Financial Times - Jan. 7

UK special forces investigated over Libya operation

Members of the Special Boat Service are facing a probe over an operation two years ago.

BBC News - Jan. 7

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