UK car manufacturing fell sharply in November, plunging nearly a third compared to the same month last year and reaching its lowest November output since 1980. According to new figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), just 64,216 cars rolled off production lines—27,711 fewer than in NovemberContinue Reading

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Shoe Zone, the beleaguered UK footwear retailer, has pinned the blame for a fresh wave of store closures on cost pressures stemming from October’s budget measures. The Leicester-headquartered chain, which currently employs around 2,250 staff across 297 stores, said new financial burdens—especially higher national insurance contributions and an increased minimumContinue Reading

Recent years have been characterised by unique events, constant change, and challenging economic conditions. While businesses have become accustomed to operating in an ever-evolving landscape, the start of a new year offers a chance to reflect and look forward. Meanwhile, technology continues to dominate headlines. AI is changing how weContinue Reading