FSB launches UK-wide High Streets Survey for small businesses
Small businesses across Greater London are being invited to have their say on the future of the high street, by taking part in a UK-wide survey by FSB on issues such as business rate relief, public transport and parking, access to cash and street cleaning. The findings will be analysed, and recommendations then submitted to […]
Tata Group to invest over £4 billion in UK gigafactory creating thousands of jobs
The UK has been chosen as the home of Tata Group’s first gigafactory outside India, in a move set to create thousands of jobs and bring a huge boost to the UK’s automotive sector. The new gigafactory, at 40GWh, will be one of the largest in Europe. It will create up to 4,000 highly skilled […]
Customers urged to check before they travel as RMT, ASLEF and Unite union members will undertake six days of strike action on the Tube next week
RMT, ASLEF and Unite union members are planning strike action over six days on the Tube network, starting on Sunday 23 July. The action will impact different lines on different days and severe disruption is expected on the Tube if this action goes ahead. Elizabeth line and London Overground services will be busier than normal […]
British nuclear revival to move towards energy independence
A massive revival of nuclear power is currently underway, placing the UK at the forefront of a global race to develop cutting-edge technologies to rapidly deliver cleaner, cheaper, more secure energy. Energy Security Secretary Grant Shapps will announce how Great British Nuclear will drive the rapid expansion of new nuclear power plants in the UK at […]
TfL and other organisations call on the Government to strengthen basic motorcyclist training to improve road safety
Transport for London, the Motorcycle Industry Association, the National Motorcyclists Council, and other transport authorities and road safety charities are calling on the Government to make changes to Compulsory Basic Training for motorcycles to strengthen safety standards and reduce danger on roads. Read the full story
Government sets out adaptation programme to tackle climate impact
The UK government has unveiled its third National Adaptation Programme, which sets out a strategic five-year plan to boost resilience and protect people, homes, businesses and our cultural heritage against climate change risks such as flooding, drought and heatwaves. From helping homes, schools and hospitals prevent overheating to safeguarding our food and energy supply chains […]
Mayor expands Creative Enterprise Zones as new report reveals they are a game changer for jobs, businesses and local economies
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has today announced the expansion of his ground-breaking Creative Enterprise Zones as a new report reveals they have recovered faster from the pandemic and performed better than London’s wider creative economy, while helping reverse the trend of artists being priced out of areas. Brent, Islington and Westminster are set […]
Superloop buses launched as network’s full loop to be in service by Spring 2024
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan has today announced the launch of the first phase of the proposed Superloop as the four existing express services on the network will be renumbered over the summer, with customers benefitting from improved and increased services. Londoners taking the proposed Superloop will be able to make the most of customer improvements such as better […]
HMRC pledges £5.5 million in partnership funding to support customers who need extra help
HMRC is awarding £5.5 million to voluntary and community organisations to support customers who may need extra help with their tax affairs. HMRC is inviting eligible organisations to bid for the funding, worth £1.8 million a year from 2024 until 2027, through HMRC’s Voluntary and Community Sector Grant Funding programme. Bids can be submitted between 24 July and […]
Aviation climate commitment and £115 million combat air technology boosts at RIAT
A £115m contract will create a ‘flying electronics laboratory’ to develop our future combat air technology, it has been announced at the Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT). The contract – awarded to Leonardo and which will be delivered in partnership with 2Excel – will launch the next stage of the Excalibur Flight Test Aircraft project. […]
