The Vienna-based crypto exchange abandoned its plans to list in London, citing liquidity woes and market conditions, as firms increasingly prefer US and Frankfurt venues with clearer regulation and deeper liquidity pools. The cryptocurrency sector, which once flourished amid speculative enthusiasm, is now confronted with the stark realities of liquidity…

Resurgent operational costs and policy shifts are accelerating the closure of nearly a quarter of UK night-time venues, threatening cultural and economic vitality across towns and cities. Town centres across the UK are increasingly transforming into “night-time deserts,” as soaring operational costs drive a significant wave of closures among late-night…

A senior Labour minister has accused Nigel Farage of risking UK’s economic stability by promoting policies that could jeopardise trade with the EU, amidst ongoing debates over post-Brexit relations and future trade strategies. A senior Labour minister is set to accuse Nigel Farage of undermining the UK’s economic interests by…

Despite an 8% decline in project starts and a 30% drop in main contract awards, regional disparities and government-led projects highlight pockets of growth in the UK’s community and amenities sector this year, with defence investment offering potential upside. The UK community and amenity construction sector faced a notable decline…

As noise disturbances and disruptive behaviour like ‘bare-beating’ increase on London’s public transport, authorities face mounting pressure to enforce stricter penalties and invest in innovative solutions to restore civility and comfort for commuters. Choosing to forgo car travel for a coach journey from London to Bristol offered the chance to…

An extensive analysis of the Global Scientific Collaboration Network reveals Beijing’s dominant role as the central hub, with regional and disciplinary nuances shaping the complex landscape of global knowledge exchange. The Global Scientific Collaboration Network (GSCN) reveals a multifaceted, hierarchical structure of cities engaged in scientific publication collaborations, underpinning the…

The Deputy Prime Minister comes under political pressure over her ownership of multiple properties, raising questions about transparency and alignment with her department’s housing warnings, as police review her council house sale and critics allege hypocrisy. Angela Rayner, the Deputy Prime Minister and Labour’s Shadow Housing Secretary, has recently come…

The UK government reports that the New Homes Accelerator has sped up nearly 100,000 homes, aiming to address the housing crisis, but faces scepticism amid political tensions and sector challenges. The UK Government claims that nearly 100,000 homes have been expedited through the New Homes Accelerator, a scheme launched to…

Hobart City Council trials innovative AI software to identify and tackle illegal short-stay rental listings in a bid to address housing shortages and enforce new rate policies, marking a significant shift in regulatory efforts. The Hobart City Council has embarked on a novel approach to clamp down on unauthorised short-term…

Recent demonstrations across Britain highlight deep frustrations over overwhelmed asylum processes, community impacts, and the politicisation of immigration policy, signalling a call for urgent reform and stronger leadership. Britain’s asylum system has once again become a catalyst for national discord, exposing the deepening rifts across our communities and our political…

Following the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget, over 90,000 hospitality jobs have vanished due to rising taxes and policy decisions, prompting industry leaders to warn of widespread closures and economic decline in Britain’s social heartland. Since the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget, the UK hospitality sector has become yet another casualty of a government…

The 2025 Notting Hill Carnival experienced a notable decline in serious violence compared to previous years, credited to advanced security measures including facial recognition technology and targeted police operations, marking a potential blueprint for safer future festivals. The 2025 Notting Hill Carnival concluded with a notably lower level of serious…