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Smart Data Challenge Prize selects Moverly’s digital property pack as winner

Smart Data Challenge Prize selects Moverly’s digital property pack as winner

Friday, 28 November 2025

A Smart Data prototype that generates “Digital Sale Ready Packs” to make it easier to buy and sell a home has been named the winner of the Smart Data ...

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An update on the Employment Rights Bill

An update on the Employment Rights Bill

Thursday, 27 November 2025

Agreement reached with key stakeholders on the unfair dismissal elements of the Employment Rights Bill....

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Peter Kyle addresses guests at the SMMT Annual Dinner

Peter Kyle addresses guests at the SMMT Annual Dinner

Wednesday, 26 November 2025

The Business and Trade Secretary delivers the key note speech at the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) annual dinner....

Government acts on top business concern and cuts electricity bills for thousands of manufacturers by up to 25%

Government acts on top business concern and cuts electricity bills for thousands of manufacturers by up to 25%

Monday, 24 November 2025

The Government launches a consultation on the British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme to cut electricity bills for 7,000 manufacturers and boost fin...

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From smartphones to fridges: UK to end overreliance on imports of critical minerals

From smartphones to fridges: UK to end overreliance on imports of critical minerals

Saturday, 22 November 2025

The Government has launched the UK’s new Critical Minerals Strategy....

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Thousands of British jobs secured as billions of pounds worth of aero deals announced at Dubai Airshow

Thousands of British jobs secured as billions of pounds worth of aero deals announced at Dubai Airshow

Friday, 21 November 2025

Engineers and manufacturing workers across the UK will benefit from a flurry of major new aircraft deals announced this week at the Dubai Airshow....

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New Business Growth Service roadshow kicks off to support firms in the North East

New Business Growth Service roadshow kicks off to support firms in the North East

Thursday, 20 November 2025

Small Businesses across the UK will benefit from a new support service, bringing together central, devolved, and local support in one place for the fi...

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Government bans ticket touting to protect fans from rip off prices

Government bans ticket touting to protect fans from rip off prices

Wednesday, 19 November 2025

Music and sport fans will no longer be ripped off on the ticket resale market thanks to new measures making it illegal to resell tickets for live even...

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UK considers joining agreement to boost trade opportunities for British businesses

UK considers joining agreement to boost trade opportunities for British businesses

Monday, 17 November 2025

Call for Evidence opens to seek views on the merits of acceding to the PEM Convention...

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Princes Group unveils London listing in major vote of confidence in UK economy

Princes Group unveils London listing in major vote of confidence in UK economy

Friday, 31 October 2025

In a major vote of confidence in UK capital markets, Princes Group has listed today on the London Stock Exchange (LSE) in a move that cements the City...

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British Businesses to Save over £400m a Year as Government Slashes Electricity Costs

British Businesses to Save over £400m a Year as Government Slashes Electricity Costs

Friday, 31 October 2025

Around 500 of the UK’s most energy-intensive businesses are set to save up to £420 million per year on their electricity bills from next April, as the...

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Redress scheme launches in next step towards justice for Capture victims

Redress scheme launches in next step towards justice for Capture victims

Wednesday, 29 October 2025

Government launches the Capture Redress Scheme for postmasters who suffered due to the Post Office's faulty accounting software....

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Trade Minister projects confident, outward facing trade vision

Trade Minister projects confident, outward facing trade vision

Tuesday, 28 October 2025

Government sets out the UK's trade priorities as it undergoes first WTO Trade Policy Review since leaving the EU....

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Update on the UK Switzerland Services Mobility Agreement

Update on the UK Switzerland Services Mobility Agreement

Tuesday, 28 October 2025

The UK and Switzerland have agreed a further extension to the existing UK-Switzerland Services Mobility Agreement (SMA) to cover the next 4 years....

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Update on an enhanced Free Trade Agreement with Switzerland 

Update on an enhanced Free Trade Agreement with Switzerland 

Tuesday, 28 October 2025

Update following round 8 of negotiations on an enhanced Free Trade Agreement with Switzerland....

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Samantha Seaton appointed Co chair of Smart Data Council

Samantha Seaton appointed Co chair of Smart Data Council

Friday, 24 October 2025

The government has appointed Samantha Seaton as the new Co-chair of the Smart Data Council...

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New bereavement and pregnancy protections to be shaped by businesses and workers

New bereavement and pregnancy protections to be shaped by businesses and workers

Wednesday, 22 October 2025

Consultations launched on key Make Work Pay measures including protections for pregnant women and new mothers at work, bereavement leave and trade uni...

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UK showcases digital trade leadership at global business meeting

UK showcases digital trade leadership at global business meeting

Wednesday, 22 October 2025

UK showcases digital trade leadership at global business meeting in Germany....

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Regional Investment Summit delivers almost a thousand jobs for UK communities

Regional Investment Summit delivers almost a thousand jobs for UK communities

Monday, 20 October 2025

Nearly a thousand jobs are to be created in a major boost to communities across the UK after over £10 billion in investments were announced at today’s...

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Growth placed at the heart of regulators’ remit alongside new measures to boost scrutiny and transparency

Growth placed at the heart of regulators’ remit alongside new measures to boost scrutiny and transparency

Monday, 20 October 2025

Business Secretary sets out new stronger duty for regulators to ensure they better prioritise helping businesses go for growth ...

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Business Secretary calls for Investment, Innovation, and Regional Prosperity

Business Secretary calls for Investment, Innovation, and Regional Prosperity

Monday, 20 October 2025

Business Secretary Peter Kyle spoke at the Regional Investment Summit in Birmingham on 21 October 2025....

Regional Investment Summit delivers almost £800m boost to West Midlands, creating hundreds of jobs

Regional Investment Summit delivers almost £800m boost to West Midlands, creating hundreds of jobs

Monday, 20 October 2025

Hundreds of jobs in the West Midlands are set to be created after almost £800 million of investment was announced at today’s Regional Investment Summi...

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Raising a glass: Beloved village pubs to be helped with new funding to broaden their services

Raising a glass: Beloved village pubs to be helped with new funding to broaden their services

Friday, 17 October 2025

In a boost for our great British boozers, rural pubs across the UK will benefit from new government funding to help them provide extra services for lo...

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Government works in partnership with industry to unlock £30 million electric vehicle R&D project

Government works in partnership with industry to unlock £30 million electric vehicle R&D project

Wednesday, 15 October 2025

Backed by £15 million in government funding, Toyota will lead a cutting-edge match-funded project to boost zero-emission vehicle innovation in a major...

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Update on Enhanced UK Turkey Free Trade Agreement negotiations

Update on Enhanced UK Turkey Free Trade Agreement negotiations

Tuesday, 14 October 2025

An update following the second round of negotiations on an Enhanced Free Trade Agreement with Turkey. ...

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New agency chair appointed to crack down on minimum wage underpayment and worker exploitation

New agency chair appointed to crack down on minimum wage underpayment and worker exploitation

Monday, 13 October 2025

Matthew Taylor to lead Government's new Fair Work Agency from April 2026....

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UK Utah Joint Statement on 2nd Annual Working Group Meetings

UK Utah Joint Statement on 2nd Annual Working Group Meetings

Monday, 13 October 2025

UK-Utah Joint Statement on 2nd Annual Working Group Meetings ...

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Government responds to Horizon Inquiry report recommendations

Government responds to Horizon Inquiry report recommendations

Wednesday, 08 October 2025

The response accepts all but one of Sir Wyn William’s Horizon-related recommendations....

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Cheers to Change: Red Tape Review Could Bring More Food, Music and Fun to Your Local

Cheers to Change: Red Tape Review Could Bring More Food, Music and Fun to Your Local

Wednesday, 08 October 2025

The Government is launching a fast-track review to tear up outdated licensing rules that have been holding back pubs, bars and local events and we wan...

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UK’s Industrial Strategy hits the ground running, securing £250bn in investment and supporting 45,000 jobs

UK’s Industrial Strategy hits the ground running, securing £250bn in investment and supporting 45,000 jobs

Monday, 06 October 2025

The Government has announced that it has secured over £250 billion of investment into the IS-8 sectors since July, supporting 45,000 high-quality jobs...

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