The government has paused plans to require Britain’s two million small companies to file profit and loss accounts at Companies House, reversing course yesterday on a measure designed to tackle economic crime. The requirement, part of the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023, had originally been due to takeContinue Reading
It is one of the most expensive habits in modern workplaces, and most businesses do not notice it until they run out of space. The cost of that space is not trivial. In its Central London Office Market Watch for Q1 2026, Savills put average prime rents in the WestContinue Reading
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Manufacturers have struggled with difficulties like these for decades. What has changed is the range of materials their engineers have available. Carbon fiber composites, previously used mainly in aeroplanes and Formula One cars, are now an option for industrial machines. But the expense still gives many firms reason to hesitate.Continue Reading
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Snooker legend Steve Davis retired from the sport a decade ago but the six-time world champion has since built a new life.Continue Reading
While promoting his new memoir, Christian Horner was critical of Adrian Newey for leaving Red Bull.Continue Reading
Andy Burnham fought back tears on Celebrity Gogglebox as he heard the story of a young father who died just a week after he was diagnosed with cancer. The prime minister appeared on the popular reality show on Friday (23 October) as part of a special episode to raise moneyContinue Reading
Kenny – an expressive king One of the highlights of this year’s series has gotta be Kenny’s expressions. (BBC) (BBC) (BBC) Jacob Stolworthy24 October 2026 04:00 How much are stars paid and what does the winner get? A huge prize pot is up for grabs next Friday. Jacob Stolworthy24 OctoberContinue Reading
