Business

The UK government has urged employers to remove “stereotypically masculine” language from job advertisements in a bid to encourage more women to apply for roles, particularly at senior levels. The guidance has triggered a political row, with critics branding the recommendations “patronising” and unnecessary. The new advice was issued by the Office for Equality and Opportunity as part of a wider initiative aimed at reducing barriers to women entering and progressing in the workplace. Ministers...

New car sales in the UK surged to their highest February level in more than two decades, highlighting continued recovery in the automotive market. However, industry figures show the transition to electric vehicles is losing momentum, with the market share of fully electric cars falling for the second consecutive month. According to data compiled by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), more than 90,000 new vehicles were registered across Britain in February. The...

Britain’s iconic fish and chip shops are facing renewed financial pressure as rising oil prices linked to escalating tensions in the Middle East threaten to drive up operating costs across the sector. Industry experts warn that the conflict involving Donald Trump, Iran and regional powers could have a direct impact on small food businesses across the UK, particularly energy-intensive takeaways such as traditional chippies. The warning comes as global oil markets have grown increasingly volatile...

In 2026, choosing the best software development firms for fintech in Europe requires clear evaluation of regulatory readiness, payment infrastructure expertise, and delivery speed. European-based partners offer a built-in regulatory foundation, since EU member state companies operate under GDPR and PSD2 standards from day one. In this guide, we’ll review 5 leading firms across Poland, Lithuania, Bulgaria, Switzerland, and Hungary, comparing their fintech focus, pricing models, deployment timelines, and technical capabilities to help you make...

Leverage makes derivatives exciting for traders but unforgiving for the systems that manage them. A few ticks against a position can quickly drain margin, so developers treat risk as a real-time engine rather than a background task. When algorithms run across markets or overnight, code must continuously defend the account, catching issues before the exchange or broker does. This article outlines how to embed protections into trading architecture using live data flows, automated rules, and...

Leaders talk a lot about cybersecurity in 2026, but many still miss the less glamorous privacy blind spots quietly putting teams, devices, and customer data at risk. These issues rarely make boardroom decks, yet they are exactly the kinds of exposures attackers exploit because they slip through day-to-day habits and decentralised workflows. Here are the seven risks most often overlooked, along with simple ways to shrink the blast radius. 1. Malicious Public WiFi That Silently...

Buying an engagement ring is one of the most meaningful decisions you will ever make. It represents commitment, love, and a future together — which is why choosing the right jeweller matters just as much as choosing the ring itself. For generations, couples have visited Hatton Garden, London’s historic jewellery district, known for its exceptional craftsmanship and diamond expertise. However, with so many retailers in one area, identifying the right professional can feel overwhelming. Why...

The UK Supreme Court has ruled that the Spain cannot rely on state immunity to avoid paying a €120 million arbitration award owed to renewable energy investors, marking a significant legal victory for international investors seeking to enforce unpaid awards against sovereign states. In a unanimous judgment delivered by Lord Lloyd-Jones and Lady Simler, the court concluded that Spain had effectively waived its immunity from enforcement proceedings by signing up to the ICSID Convention, which...

Channel 4’s commercial division, Channel 4 Sales, has announced the return of its B Corp competition for a second year, offering purpose-driven UK businesses the chance to win a share of £600,000 worth of national TV advertising airtime. The initiative, delivered in partnership with B Lab UK, the non-profit behind the UK’s growing B Corp movement, is designed to help sustainable businesses dramatically expand their visibility by reaching millions of viewers across Channel 4’s broadcast...

Plans to build a third runway at Heathrow Airport have come under renewed scrutiny after a report accused the airport of “misrepresentation” over its claims the project can be delivered within a decade without relying on taxpayer funding. The report, authored by infrastructure adviser Paul Mansell, warns that the government-backed expansion could expose both the airport and airlines to major financial risks if the project suffers delays and cost overruns similar to those that have...