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UK-India FTA offers Scottish salmon sector huge opportunity amid tariff unpredictability
SeafoodSource
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Like many seafood sectors across the globe, Scotland’s salmon producers and exporters are looking to diversify the markets to which they sell amid trade disruptions, and a new free trade agreement (FTA) between the United Kingdom and India that is...
UK to set out water reforms as Thames Water faces crisis
Yahoo Sports - Canada
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July 18, 2025
By Sarah Young and Paul Sandle LONDON (Reuters) -Britain is expected to set out measures to fix its broken water sector on Monday as Thames Water teeters on the brink of failure, saying it needs a "reset" of regulation to have any chance of...
UK dealers face major threat from EV shift and global rivals
AM-online
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July 18, 2025
UK dealers are facing a once-in-a-generation challenge as electric vehicle (EV) disruption, aggressive new entrants and rising customer retention standards converge, according to Automotive Data Solutions (ADS). The data provider warns that many...
UK on the brink of stagflation as Bank of England put in 'extremely tough spot' amid rising unemployment
GB News
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July 18, 2025
The UK is teetering on the edge of stagflation as inflation climbs and unemployment hits a four-year high. The Bank of England now faces mounting pressure over interest rates, with analysts warning it is in an "extremely tough spot" as it tries to...
UK universities given new funds to lure world-leading researchers
The National News
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Twelve leading universities and research organisations have been selected to deliver a £54 million government fund to recruit world-leading researchers to the UK. The Global Talent Fund, administered by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), aims to...
British designer unveils award-winning £40k peridot suite
Retail Jeweller
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July 18, 2025
18th July 2025 By Ruth Faulkner British jewellery designer Sophie Cudworth has unveiled her most ambitious creation to date: a one-of-a-kind peridot necklace suite worth more than £40,000. This area is reserved. Please register for guest access,...
UK high street destroyed by new TikTok shopping trend costing billions
Daily Star
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July 18, 2025
Amber Murray News Reporter - City AM and Adam Cailler Senior reporter and Reddit team lead 06:18, 18 Jul 2025Updated 06:18, 18 Jul 2025 Retailers find themselves caught in a dilemma. Their customers are browsing for and purchasing garments on...
EDF announces £851 off energy bills for customers who make one change
Birmingham Live
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July 18, 2025
EDF has announced £851 off for certain customers who agree to make one change. EDF customers who install heat pumps will receive £500 off - alongside £351 in energy bill savings - the energy provider has said. Available up until midnight on 10...
New 'milestone' motorway sign rules in UK in 'very welcome development'
Chronicle Live
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July 18, 2025
Motorists traversing the UK's motorways are poised to witness a significant alteration to signage across the nation's thoroughfares. Drivers will soon observe an eagerly anticipated update to signs on major A-roads and motorways, heralded as a...
Easyjet demands end to 'unacceptable' epidemic impacting UK flights
Birmingham Live
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July 18, 2025
Easyjet has demanded an end to a "very disruptive" problem which is affecting 70 per cent of flights. Easyjet chief exec Kenton Jarvis has warned that the industrial action is presenting "unacceptable challenges". Jarvis slammed French air traffic...
Broad Street restaurant shuts suddenly with customers warned 'no one can enter'
Birmingham Live
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July 18, 2025
A Birmingham restaurant closed months after opening after it suddenly shut down. Caesar's restaurant opened in November on Broad Street, walking distance from the former Pryzm nightclub. Offering Indian cuisine in a luxurious space, the restaurant...
Hanwha names Defense Australia head to lead European, UK defense business
The Korea Times
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July 18, 2025
Hanwha Aerospace has named Ben Hudson as CEO to spearhead the company’s defense operations in Europe and the United Kingdom. Hudson, who currently serves as CEO of Hanwha Defense Australia, will also oversee the company’s existing operations...
Commerce minister advances Pakistan-UK trade ties during strategic engagements in Birmingham
Associated Press of Pakistan
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July 18, 2025
- Advertisement - ISLAMABAD, Jul 18 (APP):The Federal Minister for Commerce, Jam Kamal Khan, continued his official visit to the United Kingdom with a productive day of engagements in Birmingham, aimed at promoting deeper commercial ties,...
HORIBA opens new Analytical Solution Plaza to support UK science and research
LabBulletin
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July 18, 2025
publication date: Jul 18, 2025 | author/source: HORIBA From left to right: Managing Director of HORIBA MIRA and HORIBA Corporate Officer, Mr. Declan Allen, Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary of Embassy of Japan, Mr. Masaki Ikegami,...
Sweden vs England preview: Free betting tips, odds and predictions for Women’s EURO 2025
The Sun
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July 17, 2025
ENGLAND clash with Sweden in the quarter-finals of Euro 2025 as the Lionesses look to continue the defence of their title. SunSport betting experts have previewed the contest and selected the best bets, tips and exclusive sign-up bonuses from our...
APPG launches inquiry into the future of UK gambling regulation
Gambling Insider
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The APPG on Gambling Reform has launched a public inquiry to evaluate the current UK regulatory framework. By Gambling Insider Key points: - The inquiry will assess the effectiveness of the current framework and harm prevention efforts - Public...
Pakistan ready to diversify exports to match UK industry needs: Jam Kamal
Business Recorder
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July 18, 2025
Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan expressed Pakistan’s readiness to diversify its export basket in alignment with the UK’s industrial needs. He said this during his meeting with the Greater Birmingham Chamber of Commerce. The minister...
North East motorcycle dealership gets national award for customer service
The Northern Echo
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Vertu Honda Motorcycles in Stockton earned the Yūshū Award from Honda Motorcycles, which means "excellence" in Japanese. The dealership placed second in the UK for sales customer experience. Chris Taylor, group operations director at Vertu, said:...
Digital self-service up 12% in UK aftersales, says Tjekvik
AM-online
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July 18, 2025
More UK motorists are turning to digital self-service when interacting with aftersales departments, according to the latest H1 2025 data from Tjekvik. The company recorded 1.37 million self-service interactions in the first six months of the year,...
Major tech company’s home security cameras and sirens will stop working in DAYS – customers must check account now
The Sun
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July 17, 2025
A HUGE British tech brand with more than two million customers is preparing to shut down its security cameras and sirens in a matter of days. Warning emails seen by The Sun have been sent out to affected users with important instructions before...