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McLaren Automotive to invest £500m in UK production and create 1,000 jobs
McLaren Automotive is expanding its UK manufacturing and engineering operations, including the development of a new vehicle assembly facili…
Employers to be required to hold face-to-face meetings for flexible working requests
Under new government reforms, employers must now sit down with staff to discuss flexible working requests and provide a clear justification…
Government introduces bill to remove restrictions on Catholic and Jewish prime ministers
The government has tabled legislation to repeal 19th-century laws that prevent prime ministers of Catholic or Jewish faith from advising on…
New British-made turbojet engine goes from concept to flight in under seven months
The Ministry of Defence and UK start-up Alloyed have developed a new family of digitally manufactured turbojet engines, with the first mode…
Pubs and shops in England and Wales to accept digital ID apps for age verification
Customers in England and Wales can now use government-approved digital ID apps to prove their age when buying alcohol. By using a scannable…
My Name’5 Doddie Foundation launches training to help GPs and dentists spot early signs of MND
The My Name’5 Doddie Foundation has introduced a new training programme to help healthcare professionals identify the early symptoms of mot…
Rail passengers gain automatic right to switch operators during cancellations
From 20 September, passengers with a cancelled train will be able to use their ticket on another operator's service without extra cost. Thi…
Rail passengers to use alternative operators for free following cancellations
From 20 September 2026, passengers whose trains are cancelled can board another operator's service at no extra cost. This change removes th…
Josh Kerr wins men's 1500m at the World Athletics Ultimate Championship
Josh Kerr secured the 1500m title in Budapest after pulling away from the field on the final corner. The victory marks him as the event's U…
Josh Kerr wins 1500m title at inaugural World Athletics Ultimate Championship
Josh Kerr finished his season by winning the 1500m final in Budapest, securing the title after receiving an invitation to the inaugural eve…
New 2,300-mile trail connects all 15 of the UK’s national parks
The Slow Ways National Parks Trail spans 2,300 miles and links every national park in the UK, from the Norfolk Broads to the Scottish Highl…
Alfie Hewett and Gordon Reid win their sixth US Open wheelchair doubles title
Alfie Hewett and Gordon Reid fought back from a set down to defeat Martin de la Puente and Ruben Spaargaren in New York. The victory marks …