Election 2024: Rishi Sunak takes the plunge on July 4 vote
As the press gathered at London's most famous front door, Sky News said it understood the speculation about an election was correct.
Legal regulator prepares to recover costs from boss of collapsed firm Axiom Ince
The UK's legal regulator is preparing to recover funds from the boss of collapsed law firm Axiom Ince, according to new court filings.
Microsoft chief: UK tech sector must ‘act assertively’ to stay ahead of global rivals
Microsoft's UK boss has urged the nation's tech sector to "act assertively" and embrace artificial intelligence technology in order for the UK to stay ahead of international competition.
Virgin Money shareholders approve £2.9bn Nationwide takeover despite analyst warnings
Virgin Money shareholders have given the green light for the bank to be acquired by Nationwide for £2.9bn, paving the way for the UK's biggest banking merger since the financial crisis.
Thames Water’s week from hell: Ofwat looks to act, resignations, anger and bonds
The crisis at Thames Water intensified this week amid a cocktail of government warnings, resignations and threats from the regulator. This morning, the chancellor of the exchequer, Jeremy Hunt, slamme
Paula Vennells: Former Post Office chief denies she ‘ironed away disturbing complaints’
Former chief executive Paula Vennells has denied the Post Office used methods to “iron away” some “very disturbing complaints”.
Why this year’s London Tech Week looks set to be the biggest ever
During London Tech Week, speakers from the government and across industry will focus on the topics du jour, such as the UK's AI ambitions.
Accountancy sector experiences skills shortage as the industry faces turbulent times
The accountancy sector is facing a skills crisis as firms reveal talent has plummeted, with leaders blaming competition from other industries
Anglo American rejects new £39bn BHP bid but parties seek deal resolution in the ‘next seven days’
BHP has tabled a final £38bn offer for London-listed rival Anglo American as a deadline on a potential takeover closes this afternoon.
The Apprentice: Former winner’s company once backed by Lord Sugar at risk of being shut down
A company set up by a former winner of The Apprentice and previously backed by Lord Alan Sugar is at risk of being forcibly shut down.