
HMRC investigations into big businesses now last nearly three and a half years on average
HMRC tax investigations into the UK’s largest businesses now last an average of 41 months, with more than 2,100 open cases as the tax authority intensifies…
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HMRC tax investigations into the UK’s largest businesses now last an average of 41 months, with more than 2,100 open cases as the tax authority intensifies…

The UK automotive sector faces the most severe talent shortage in the economy, with 92% of employers struggling to recruit skilled staff, according to ManpowerGroup’s 2026…

Trinny London founder Trinny Woodall says artificial intelligence can help women advance their careers after training 150 employees in AI tools at her £70m cosmetics company.

Just Eat Takeaway.com is introducing plastic-free takeaway boxes across 10 European markets using Xampla’s Morro™ plant-protein coating, offering a recyclable alternative to traditional plastic-lined food packaging.

The UK government has launched a new postcode checker allowing households and businesses to track when gigabit broadband will reach their area as Project Gigabit expands…

The Lloyds British Business Excellence Awards has announced a major new media partnership with ITV for 2026.

Piddle Patch, the eco-friendly dog toilet brand featured on Dragons’ Den, has won a High Court trademark infringement case against City Doggo Ltd in a ruling…

AI company Anthropic has sued the US government after being labelled a “supply chain risk” following a dispute over military use of its technology and restrictions…

The number of companies paying ransomware demands rose sharply in 2025 as hackers used AI to launch more sophisticated cyberattacks, with payments averaging $296,000.

John Lewis plans to sell products through ChatGPT and TikTok Shop as part of a multimillion-pound AI-powered shopping strategy aimed at attracting younger customers.

New research from the Women and Work APPG warns AI systems risk reinforcing gender inequality in recruitment, promotion and pay unless women are better represented in…

Fish and chip shops across the UK could face rising energy and transport costs as oil prices surge amid the Iran conflict, putting further pressure on…

The UK Supreme Court has ruled Spain cannot claim state immunity to avoid paying a €120m renewable energy arbitration award, allowing investors to pursue seizure of…

Channel 4 Sales has opened entries for its 2026 B Corp competition, offering £600,000 in free TV advertising to five UK B Corp businesses to boost…

The UK Competition and Markets Authority is investigating Hilton, InterContinental Hotels and Marriott over alleged sharing of competitively sensitive data via STR, owned by CoStar.