Electric Morris Van Creates 150 Welsh Jobs
Morris Commercial Ltd will manufacture its electric Morris JE van in Wales, creating 150 skilled jobs. Production begins late 2026 at Bro Tathan business park.
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Wetherspoons boss warns of alcohol duty hike threat
Sir Tim Martin warns Rachel Reeves' Budget could hike alcohol duty by 4.5%, threatening UK pubs with price increases. Read the full analysis.
Cornwall shortlisted for ESA hypersonic flight programme
Spaceport Cornwall could host the European Space Agency's INVICTUS programme, accelerating Europe's journey towards aircraft-like space access and creating hundreds of high-skilled UK jobs.
Wales International Investment Summit Targets Growth
Welsh Government hosts major investment summit with 1500 delegates, aiming to attract new business to Wales. 60% of attending firms not currently active in Welsh market. Discover key projects seeking funding.
£300m Merthyr Ski and Waterpark Plan Advances
Plans for a £300m Rhydycar West resort in Merthyr Tydfil, featuring the UK's largest indoor snow centre, have taken a major step forward. Discover how this project will transform the region.
Policy Centre to Boost UK Manufacturing SMEs
A new independent Policy Centre aims to give 325,000 manufacturing and engineering SMEs a unified voice in government policy, driving growth and future-proofing British industry.
Bollywood icon Dharmendra dies aged 89
Legendary Bollywood actor Dharmendra has passed away at 89. The Indian cinema icon starred in over 300 films during his 65-year career. Read tributes from industry stars.
New CEO for Principality Building Society
Iain Mansfield succeeds Julie-Ann Haines as chief executive of Wales's largest building society. Discover his vision for the mutual's future.
Welsh Dealer Sells 20,000th MG, Eyes £125m Revenue
Family-run Nathaniel Cars celebrates selling its 20,000th new MG, projecting £125m revenue this year. Discover how this Welsh success story is accelerating growth.
Hertfordshire Property Awards raise £89k for NHS hospitals
East and North Hertfordshire Hospitals' Charity raised £89,000 at its glittering property awards. The funds will support patients, families, and staff across four local NHS hospitals.
Truth Behind Ozzy Osbourne's Dove-Biting Incident
Jack Osbourne reveals the shocking truth behind his father Ozzy's infamous dove-biting incident that shocked the music industry. Discover the full story.
Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight's vision for Birmingham
Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight reveals his ambitious plan to establish Birmingham as Britain's central hub for film and television production, building on the city's manufacturing heritage.
Northern Bear revenue jumps 31% to £49.4m
Newcastle building services firm Northern Bear reports strong half-year growth with revenue reaching £49.4m and operating profit hitting £4.1m, despite challenging market conditions ahead.
ICC Wales appoints new co-chair and director
International Convention Centre Wales appoints Mark Rhydderch-Roberts as co-chair and Alan Wilkins as director to drive post-pandemic recovery. Learn how these changes will boost Welsh economy.
2026 UK Film Preview: Major Releases & Dates
Discover the biggest films coming to UK cinemas in 2026, from major franchise sequels to acclaimed literary adaptations. Your complete guide to next year's cinematic calendar.
Wales Development Bank Hits £1bn Investment Landmark
The Development Bank of Wales has invested over £1bn, supporting 51,000+ jobs and generating £5.8bn in economic value. Discover how this impacts Welsh businesses and communities.
Autumn Budget could raise coffee prices with sugar tax
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget may extend the sugar tax to bottled coffees, potentially increasing prices by 5%. Discover how this affects your favourite Starbucks and Costa drinks.
Wales children's care costs soar despite profit ban
Welsh councils reveal children's care costs have doubled after profit elimination policy drove providers away. Authorities face £400m budget shortfall and service cuts.
Bristol's Matter secures IKEA investment for microplastic tech
Bristol tech firm Matter, a 2025 Earthshot Prize finalist, secures investment from Inter IKEA to scale its microplastic filtration technology, aiming to prevent 15,000 tonnes of ocean pollution.
James Martin's 'Brutal' Dairy Admission on ITV
ITV chef James Martin made a candid confession about the UK milk market's brutal reality on his Saturday Morning show, sparking a crucial conversation about British farming.
Jaguar Land Rover reports £500m loss after cyber attack
Jaguar Land Rover posts a £485m quarterly loss following a major September cyber attack that halted UK production for five weeks. CEO confirms recovery is underway.
Rolls-Royce shares hit all-time high on profit surge
Rolls-Royce forecasts 26% profit growth to £3.2bn, driven by aerospace recovery and defence contracts. Shares surpass 900p milestone. Discover the full story.
350 UK jobs at risk in car parts factory closures
Japanese firm NSK plans to close two UK car parts factories, putting 350 jobs at risk. Unions vow to fight the closures in County Durham. Read the full story.
Wales unemployment reaches 5.7%, highest in UK
New ONS data reveals Wales has the highest unemployment rate of any UK nation at 5.7%, its highest level outside the pandemic in nearly a decade. Explore the figures and political reactions.
Scottish Seafood Companies in Administration
Two major Scottish seafood processors, Kenmore Sea Foods and Falfish Scotland, have collapsed into administration, threatening jobs and shaking the fishing industry despite ongoing buyer interest.
Welsh Retail Footfall Surges 7.1% in March
New data reveals Welsh retail is outperforming other UK nations with significant footfall increases in March 2024, offering hope for high streets and shopping centres.
Welsh Business Demands Stronger Government Champions
Business leaders across Wales are calling for a fundamental shift in government approach, demanding genuine advocacy and practical support to unlock the nation's economic potential.
ITV in talks over sale of broadcasting division
ITV is reportedly in advanced discussions to sell its content production and distribution arm, ITV Studios, as part of a strategic review that could reshape the UK broadcasting landscape.
Bentley delays electric-only plans, keeps hybrids until 2030
Luxury carmaker Bentley postpones its electric-only strategy, now planning to offer hybrid powertrains alongside EVs until 2030 as market demand evolves.
Birmingham School Alumni Sell 280 Million Albums
Discover the extraordinary story of Birmingham's Moseley School, where former pupils have collectively sold over 280 million albums worldwide, creating one of Britain's most remarkable educational success stories.
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