Yesterday in Parliament, hidden beneath the noise of the Mandelson scandal, or “vetting-gate” as one MP referred to it to me, was an important debate on whether to ban social media for children under the age of 16. Once again, ministers in
London, United Kingdom, April 23, 2026 ( Parliament Politics Magazine ) UK international development news is gaining momentum as British International Investment (BII) announced plans to deploy up to $20 billion over the next five years, marking one of the most ambitious investment strategies
London, United Kingdom, April 23, 2026 ( Parliament Politics Magazine ) UK retail travel disruption news is driving major changes across the sector, as WH Smith lowered its annual profit forecast and suspended its dividend following ongoing travel disruptions linked to instability in the Middle
London, United Kingdom, April 23, 2026 ( Parliament Politics Magazine ) UK fast food sales increase is becoming a defining trend in the restaurant sector, as Domino’s Pizza reported a 4.5% rise in like-for-like quarterly sales, signaling steady demand and resilience across the UK
London, UK, April 22, 2026 ( Parliament Politics Magazine ) UK wealth management growth is gaining momentum as Quilter plc reported record first-quarter inflows, reflecting a strong rebound in investor confidence. The firm’s latest update shows that improved market conditions and stabilizing economic indicators are
London, United Kingdom, APRIL 21, 2026 ( Parliament Politics Magazine ) UK investment funds performance is drawing global attention in 2026 after strong quarterly inflows highlighted resilience across the sector, even as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East continue to create uncertainty. Leading the
London, United Kingdom, APRIL 21, 2026 ( Parliament Politics Magazine ) UK energy policy update signals a major shift in how electricity prices are determined, as the government moves to weaken the link between electricity and natural gas costs. The reform is aimed at
London, United Kingdom, APRIL 21, 2026 ( Parliament Politics Magazine ) UK labor shortage is rapidly intensifying following the latest migration crackdown, raising urgent concerns about staffing levels across the country’s care home sector. Announced just minutes ago, the policy shift is already being
London, United Kingdom, APRIL 21, 2026 ( Parliament Politics Magazine ) UK economy update data shows wage growth cooled by less than expected in the three months to February, signaling continued resilience in the labor market. Despite broader economic pressures, earnings remain stronger than
Britain could be set to return to recession this year, according to some predictions, as rising unemployment, high taxes and massive instability caused by the war in Iran, drive higher inflation and suppress business confidence. For Sir Keir Starmer’s administration, the narrative
London, United Kingdom, April 20, 2026 (Parliament Politics Magazine) Royal family events UK are drawing global attention as members of the monarchy prepare to mark what would have been the 100th birthday of Queen Elizabeth II. The milestone is expected to unite
London, United Kingdom, April 20, 2026 (Parliament Politics Magazine) UK betting market news is leading global headlines as Evoke has confirmed receiving a $304 million takeover bid from Bally’s Corporation in partnership with Intralot. This development places one of the UK’s most