UK dismisses Chinese concerns on trade Economics The UK government has rejected Chinese criticism of its newly-inked US trade deal, in an effort to allay worries that ties between the world’s second largest economy and Britain would deteriorate. Labour have said that China’s economy was not being intentionally “undermined” in the deal, which saw tariffs on steel fall to zero per cent [...]
9 best London restaurants with outdoor dining terraces for summer Life&Style These London restaurants have new outdoor dining terraces ready for summer Right then, it’s blistering. The sun is showing up – probably temporarily – so it’s imperative to get outside and celebrate while this UV onslaught lasts. A range of new terraces have launched in time for social season, so no matter your vibe, here [...]
Rosallion holds the key to Lockinge glory at Newbury Sport WE’RE now firmly into the Flat season and the big races arrive thick and fast, with high class action coming up from the Lockinge meeting at Newbury this Saturday. The Lockinge Stakes (2.35pm) is the first Group One contest of the season run over a mile for four-year-olds and over, giving us a chance to [...]
Employment levels slump as Reeves’ taxes bite May 13, 2025 Employment levels deteriorated in March, official data has suggested, in signs that Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ £20bn tax raid on employers has squeezed firms’ profits. Figures released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) revealed that the number of payrolled employees fell by 53,000 over the first three months of the year. The early estimate of [...]
Pension funds sign Mansion House Accord in £50bn boost to UK May 13, 2025 The UK economy could be about to receive a £50bn cash injection after Britain’s biggest pension funds pledged to redirect resources into private markets in a major policy shift. The voluntary, non-binding agreement by the funds, dubbed the Mansion House Accord, will see increased investment into major infrastructure projects as well as greater venture capital [...]
Visit a rooftop bar: London’s best sky-high drinking spots for summer May 8, 2025 Find your favourite rooftop bar: London’s latest openings for 2025 are listed below Provencal themes are jolting drinkers out of the capital and to the south of France this spring, as many of the best London rooftop bars deck out their outdoor areas with escapist design themes. That’s why we particularly love The Culpeper, who [...]
MP defends ‘human cost’ of assisted dying bill after impact assessment May 3, 2025 Assisted dying is about the “human cost” and not pounds and pence, the MP behind the proposed legislation has said after an assessment of the potential costs. An impact assessment into the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill was published on Friday, exactly a fortnight ahead of the next Commons debate on the proposed [...]
What’s On in London This May 2025 May 2, 2025 As May ushers in longer days and warmer weather, London comes alive with an exciting array of events and activities. From sporting events like the London Sports Festival and family-friendly outings to historic celebrations such as VE Day and fine dining, the capital offers something for everyone this month. Here’s your curated guide to the [...]
Inside the Wes Anderson exhibition at the Design Museum: ‘fans will be blown away’ May 1, 2025 The Wes Anderson exhibition at London’s Design Museum opens in November Somewhere in Kent, on the edge of a field, stands a warehouse full of old props from Wes Anderson films. Ahead of the launch of the new Wes Anderson exhibition at the Design Museum this November, curator Johanna Agerman Ross got to do what [...]
Can London challenge Saudi Arabia and India for Olympic Games? April 30, 2025 Mayor Sadiq Khan wants the 2040 Olympic Games in London but up against Saudi Arabia, India and other new global powers, can Great Britain compete? Picture the scene: the year is 2040, the Olympic Games are back in London; Danny Boyle – at the age of 83 – has been persuaded out of retirement to [...]