International
EU likely to shelve chemical reform amid industry pressure
The reform concerns a pre-existing law on the Regulation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) and has been in place since June 2007.
King Charles: The real ‘special ingredient’ in our relationship with the USA
King Charles’s address to Congress was designed to steady a strained special relationship. Twelve standing ovations later, the Palace had given Downing Street something politics could not: a rare bipartisan moment in Washington and a reminder that royal soft power still has diplomatic bite.
Pagefield and WPI’s merger throws into question the boutique PA firm model
As the two firms face a merger, the question over the longevity of the boutique firm is put under the spotlight.
Maritime trade bodies warn of citizens being caught in Iranian crossfire
As the Iranian conflict continues, maritime trade bodies have warned of the significant loss of human life thus far.
Britain faces a crisis of statecraft – not power.
Despite being criticised for its dwindling position on the world stage, Britain is not lacking in power. What it really needs is statesmanship.
US defence industry launches lobbying offensive against EU’s ‘Buy European’ push
As European policymakers push a ‘Buy European’ line, lobbyists and officials in Washington are keen to maintain dominance over the European arms market
Hanbury goes global
Hanbury’s decision to erect offices in Washington and Sydney showcases the firms’ strong public image.
Aviation trade bodies warn of four-hour queues unless changes are made
Trade bodies warn that biometric entry requirements will lead to massive delays for travellers
Britain must take full advantage of trade outside the EU
Five years since leaving the European Union, Britain has not yet taken advantage of the levers of free trade, writes Ted Newson
Scotch whisky tariff cut in China worth £250 million
Britain has secured a significant win for Scotland’s iconic whisky industry, with China agreeing to cut tariffs on Scotch whisky from 10 per cent to 5 per cent.









