At the House of Lords launch of the National Education Futures 2025 report, James Caan CBE called for urgent reform in inclusion, teacher support, and cross-sector collaboration to future-proof UK education.
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New US visa rules will force foreign students to unlock social media profiles
The US State Department now requires student visa applicants to unlock their social media profiles, allowing diplomats to vet online activity for “hostility” or “security threats”.
TfL hit with legal action over licence delays impacting Uber and minicab drivers
Minicab drivers represented by the IWGB union are launching legal action against TfL, claiming licence delays have left many unable to work and caused financial hardship.
Razzamataz offers £25k franchise opportunity to two aspiring entrepreneurs through ‘Future Founders’ initiative
Razzamataz Theatre Schools celebrates its 25th anniversary by offering two aspiring entrepreneurs the chance to run their own franchise school in the UK or UAE, with a £10k start-up grant and a franchise worth up to £15k.
Why the world’s superyachts are getting bigger than ever
Superyachts are growing in size as demand soars post-Covid. From floating five-star hotels to 100m vessels, here’s why the world’s wealthiest are buying bigger than ever.
Superdrug adds over 600 jobs and boosts profits despite tax and wage pressures
Superdrug adds over 600 jobs and boosts profits despite tax and wage pressures
Scottish Bakers unveil first ‘Future of Bakery’ report to drive innovation and growth
Scottish Bakers release new ‘Future of Bakery’ report, revealing key sweet and savoury trends to drive growth, innovation, and competitiveness across Scotland’s bakery sector.
UK food prices rise as hot weather slashes harvest yields, say retailers
Retailers say hot weather and poor harvests are driving up UK food prices, with fruit and veg costs surging 3.7% in June amid rising employment taxes and supply chain pressures.
Pottery Barn to launch in the UK in Autumn 2025, offering curated furniture and free interior design services
Pottery Barn announces its UK debut for Autumn 2025, offering curated home furnishings and complimentary design services tailored for British homes.
FCA to allow millions free financial support in major policy shift
Millions of consumers will be offered free, tailored financial support from banks and pension providers under sweeping new proposals from the City regulator, in a bid to steer people away from risky online advice and poor money decisions.
UK Export Finance unveils new tools to boost SME global trade
UK Export Finance (UKEF) has announced new measures to support small businesses across the UK in expanding their global trade operations, delivering on key commitments set out in the government’s new Trade Strategy.
UK SMEs must strengthen cybersecurity as geopolitical threats escalate, warns Espria
UK small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are being urged to bolster their cyber defences amid a growing wave of politically motivated attacks, as global tensions and conflicts intensify the threat landscape.
Sweet or taxable? M&S strawberry sandwich sparks new VAT debate
Marks & Spencer’s new strawberry and cream sandwich has captured attention on social media — but now it’s caught the eye of tax experts, too.
Padel club boom sees 3,200 venues built in 2024 as global popularity accelerates
Padel continues its meteoric rise, with more than 3,200 new clubs built globally in 2024 – the equivalent of one opening every two and a half hours – according to the newly released 2025 Global Padel Report by Playtomic and PwC.
Alibaba launches £750,000 pitch competition for UK and European SMEs
Chinese e-commerce giant opens up its global Co-Create Pitch awards to European entrepreneurs for the first time
