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Andy Burnham

Inside Andy Burnham’s fight for a fairer future for the North

Andy Burnham, the Greater Manchester mayor, says devolution is a game-changer for growth and explains why he is willing to clash with former protégé Sir Keir Starmer

Chris Maguire

Rachel Reeves

Pensions reform could unlock the UK economy

Much can be done to harness this multitrillion-pound industry to drive investment – but we must also save more

Szu Ping Chan

Kamala Harris holds campaign event in Kalamazoo, Michigan

US election result exposes the gender gap in leadership

Zara Nanu explores the urgent need for business leaders to champion fair representation and build inclusive environments that truly reflect diverse perspectives

Zara Nanu

Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves leave after an interview at the London Stock Exchange

Growth looks elusive after Budget creates ‘perfect storm’

The scale of the backlash to a classic Labour package of tax increases has taken ministers by surprise, although they insist their measures will work – in time

Steven Swinford

View of the Clifton suspension Bridge at sunset in Bristol

Exploring the South West’s hidden potential

Businesses are breaking new ground across the region but do they need to shout louder to get vital funding?

Andrew Lynch

The square green Job Center Plus sign attached to the outside wall of the office building

Inside the economic impact of Britain’s long-term sickness

As government reforms and support systems fall short, the economic and personal toll grows, says Szu Ping Chan

Szu Ping Chan

LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 30: Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, poses with the red Budget Box as she leaves 11 Downing Street to present the government's annual budget to Parliament on October 30, 2024 in London, England. This is the first Budget presented by the new Labour government and Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves. (Photo by Leon Neal/Getty Images)

Your guide to the autumn Budget

The chancellor Rachel Reeves announced £40bn in tax rises in today's Budget. Here's how the government's plans will affect businesses

Graham Ruddick

UK deputy prime minister Angela Rayner

Labour’s workers’ rights reforms risk harming those they seek to protect

The well-intentioned reforms could discourage employers from taking chances on inexperienced candidates, says Szu Ping Chan

Szu Ping Chan

Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris and Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump debate

Starmer’s mission of economic growth hinges on outcome of US election

The UK's prime minister and foreign secretary face a complex diplomatic challenge in building or rebuilding ties with the 47th US president

Steven Swinford

Exterior of Hargreaves Landsdown building in Bristol

The biggest challenge Britain faces is keeping its success stories here

There is a scale-up difficulty as fundraising gets harder, but companies also need to feel loved, says economics expert Szu Ping Chan

Szu Ping Chan

Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves leave after an interview at the London Stock Exchange

Expect a frenetic autumn as Labour gets set for three game-changing events

Radical reforms to workers’ rights, a rousing party conference and a tax-raising Budget will dominate

Steven Swinford

Collaboration, staff mentor and team designer working

Why you need a mentor

After navigating years of economic turbulence, business owners are finding renewed optimism, thanks largely to the support of co-founders, mentors, and coaches

Emma Jones

Headquarters of the Bank of England

Interest rate cut to 5%

Plus, CrowdStrike sued over global outage, the power of taking time off, Bill Ackman withdraws IPO despite “enormous investor interest” and people are not happy about Olympic selfies
Senior friends sitting in a garden

The ageing economy is the big trend to watch

As Britain's population ages and birth rates decline, the sustainability of the state pension and NHS is in jeopardy

Szu Ping Chan

Labour leader and incoming Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer speaks to the media as he enters 10 Downing Street

The reality check: Starmer’s initial days in number 10

Steven Swinford breaks down the challenge ahead for the country's new prime minister

Steven Swinford

Airbus A350

Is this the most important business in Europe?

Plus, Britain set to miss 2030 clean power targets, chancellor aiming to woo US investors and exited Carpetright founder strikes rescue deal

Graham Ruddick, Josh Dornbrack

Magazine mockup - July.August.2024

Biden steps down and Britain’s billion-pound businesses

Plus, Biden steps down, company financial distress on the rise and the IMF issues the chancellor a stern warning

Graham Ruddick, Josh Dornbrack

Softbank Group CEO Masayoshi Son speaks during the annual general shareholders' meeting in Tokyo

Graphcore sold and Biden rattled

Plus, Rachel Reeves to form new council of economic advisers, UK business distress fastest rising in Europe and Rio Tinto is wargaming a massive takeover

Josh Dornbrack

Two saplings growing in soil

UK economy grows faster than expected

Plus, FCA overhauls listings regime, UK overtakes India as the world’s third-largest venture capital market and British tycoon closing in on a deal for The Body Shop

Josh Dornbrack

Close-up of British bank notes

Wage rises: A boost or brake on the economy?

Countries including the UK and US are increasing the legal minimum wage, but they must beware the dangers for businesses and employment

Szu Ping Chan

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - JUNE 13: Labour Party leader Sir Keir Starmer poses with Rachel Reeves, Shadow Chancellor of the Exchequer (L), Angela Rayner, Deputy Leader (2nd R) and his shadow cabinet as Labour launch their general election manifesto on June 13, 2024 in Manchester, United Kingdom. Labour is consistently leading the polls by over 20 points, according to the latest YouGov data. (Photo by Anthony Devlin/Getty Images)

The quest for economic growth

Sir Keir Starmer is betting the house on economic growth. If it doesn't win that bet the likely next government will face a tough choice on taxes and spending

Steven Swinford

General Election 2024 sign in front of Westminster

Britain, it’s time to make some tough decisions

When decision-makers stop making decisions, they're done. As the general election approaches, Britain must make the tough choices, not defer them

Ed Smith

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Smart firms needed smarter support to grow

Business support technology is evolving quickly, but SMEs still need more advanced digital pathways, says Enterprise Nation's Emma Jones

Emma Jones

Flags of Nordic countries

5 Nordic ideas to boost entrepreneurship in the UK 

The UK government wants to boost entrepreneurship. To do so, it could take inspiration from initiatives in the Nordic countries

Dougal Shaw