Every so often, the global economy doesn’t just change direction—it changes character. The post-war era was defined by rebuilding and industrial expansion.
Britain has spent decades worrying about inflation, interest rates and economic growth. Yet the next great economic challenge may not be financial at all.
For much of the twentieth century, the world's great economic battles centred on one commodity—oil. Nations went to extraordinary lengths to secure it.
For years, we assumed that most goods would become cheaper, deliveries would arrive on time and borrowing would remain relatively affordable. That world may be changing.
For more than a century, the Pentland Firth has been both a gateway and a barrier. It connects Caithness and Orkney geographically, yet separates them socially, economically, and administratively.
For decades, Shetland’s inter‑island ferries have been the backbone of life across the archipelago. They carry workers, students, freight, and families — and they do it in some of the most challenging seas in Europe.
More than 45,000 foreign criminals and failed asylum seekers will be removed over the coming decade thanks to a significant expansion of detention capacity. The projects at Haslar and Campsfield Immigration Removal Centres (IRCs) will contribute to a 40% increase in the UK’s detention capacity for those with no right to be here.
Over 450 Blue Badges have been cancelled after findings show permits issued to deceased residents were still being used. 459 unauthorised Blue Badges cancelled in Wirral Council, saving over £363,000 for the taxpayer.
One of the great assumptions of modern economies is that savings eventually become investment. Money placed in banks helps support lending.
Britain's Armed Forces will be strengthened and thousands of British jobs created through a drone transformation, announced by the Prime Minister and backed by more than £5 billion in the Government’s Defence Investment Plan. Largest ever drone investment in UK Armed Forces – more than £5 billion over the next four years – to be included in the Defence Investment Plan.
For generations, most people rarely thought about what happened to the money sitting in their bank account. Savings went into banks, banks made mortgages and business loans, and the economy kept turning.
Andy Burnham has positioned himself as a future Prime Minister and delivered what was billed as a serious economic speech. It was not.
Based on what has already been briefed ahead of today's announcement, the broad direction of the UK's Defence Investment Plan (DIP) is already fairly clear. The biggest message is that the Government believes future wars will be won as much by autonomous systems, artificial intelligence and mass-produced drones as by traditional ships, tanks and aircraft.
Innovative robotic solutions being trialled at Nuclear Restoration Services (NRS) Oldbury site to tackle most challenging aspects of legacy waste management. Oldbury nuclear decommissioning site is a trailblazer for robotics and other innovative approaches, with NRS deploying robotics trials in South Gloucestershire to tackle some of the most challenging aspects of legacy waste management, reducing risk to workers and improving efficiency.
The European Union (EU), along with the other major countries in Europe, should be a geopolitical force to be reckoned with. In 2024, the EU was the second-largest economy in the world after the US and before China.
Prof Steve Keen sets out the issues and he has been right very often bin the past..
Trade tensions between the EU and China are deepening. On June 16, the EU’s trade chief, Maroš Šefčovič, said the bloc’s unbalanced trade relationship with China “had reached a point that requires a reset”.
When oil prices surged following military action between the United States and Iran, many feared another inflation shock was about to hit. Yet, despite continuing tensions in the Middle East, oil prices have since eased, leaving many people wondering whether the threat has passed.
Britain’s Armed Forces will be ready and equipped to fight the wars of today and the future following a landmark £15 billion investment to fund key equipment and technology, announced today. Additional funding to strengthen military readiness and accelerate the drone transformation, boost future fighter jets and strengthen the UK’s nuclear deterrent.
New export fund to enable UK defence companies of all sizes to compete for major international contracts. New £50 billion allocation of loans and guarantees will support British defence businesses to compete and grow in a rapidly expanding global market.