Car washes and vape shops can still sponsor skilled foreign workers despite visa changes
The rules were tightened in July 2025 to restrict the scheme mostly to graduate-level employees who would be earning at least £41,700. Read More
Raleigh owner starts insolvency proceedings
Accell, based in the Netherlands, has owned the famous bike brand since 2012. Read More
Winemakers prosper but veg farms wilt in the drought
Growers in the West of England search for new crops to grow in a changing climate. Read More
Infantino sorry for errors but stays Fifa president
Gianni Infantino will remain as Fifa president after receiving the backing of senior executives, but “sincerely apologises” for errors made in his controversial private investment plans. Read More
Disney agrees deal to let TikTokers use its films and TV shows in videos
A deal between will allow some creators to use clips from Disney films and TV shows in their videos. Read More
Shorts, strappy tops and sandals: Can my boss tell me what to wear in summer?
Here’s how to style for success while keeping your cool – and where you and your boss stand on your wardrobe. Read More
Student loan repayment rates an ‘unsustainable burden’, chancellor told
More than 120 MPs and peers have asked John Healey to carry out an “urgent review” of repayments. Read More
Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariff refunds hit $100bn
The repayments represent roughly 60% of all tariff revenue collected by the US government under the policy, Read More
Government to prioritise job creation in awarding public contracts under new rules
The changes are part of government efforts to tackle the youth unemployment crisis. Read More
Farmers warn shoppers face smaller and more expensive vegetables due to hot weather
This year’s harvest could be the worst on record due to the exceptionally dry spring and summer. Read More