Virgin Atlantic launches review of consumer PR account
Virgin Atlantic opens a competitive pitch for its consumer PR account as the airline reassesses brand strategy and agency partnerships.
FTSE 100 breaks through 10,000 for first time as London equities start 2026 strongly
Mace | 2nd January 2026 | Policy & Think Tanks, Politics
The FTSE 100 surpasses 10,000 for the first time, reflecting strong gains in commodities, defence and financial stocks.
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UK government rolls out new fisheries management plans to protect fish stocks
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UK Economy Slips Again as October GDP Contracts Unexpectedly
Britain’s economy shrank by 0.1 per cent in October, extending a run of weak growth and sharpening pressure on MPs
EU Forces Meta to Reshape Ads Policy After 200 Million Euro Fine
Meta agrees to overhaul its EU ad model, offering clearer data-sharing choices for users after regulators ruled its previous system breached competition rules.
Tories Unveil Plans for Judge-Led Inquiry into Grooming Gangs After Collapse of Government Process
Conservatives propose a judge-led inquiry with full statutory powers to investigate grooming gangs after the previous government process stalled amid resignations.
Zarah Sultana Urges Progressive Alliances to Block Farage as Your Party Weighs Strategy for Next Election
Zarah Sultana calls for electoral alliances with other progressive parties as Your Party considers cooperation to prevent Nigel Farage gaining national power.
Farage Faces Police Review After Allegations Over Clacton Election Spending
Farage is reported to police over claims his Clacton campaign under-declared expenses, prompting calls for investigation as Reform UK denies wrongdoing.
Government Unveils Plan to End Use of B&Bs for Children in Temporary Housing Crisis
Government pledges to stop children living in B&B
OBR Backs Reeves as Row Over Budget Messaging Continues
The OBR says Reeves did not mislead the public on pre-Budget challenges, easing pressure amid criticism over forecasts, leaks and government messaging.
Government Plan to Scrap Jury Trials for Shorter-Sentence Crimes
Ministers plan to replace many jury trials with judge-only hearings for offences under three-year sentences, prompting strong criticism from lawyers and opposition parties.
