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Supply chain concerns are rising across larger British businesses again. ONS data shows growing exposure to international conflict, shipping disruption, transport costs, and energy prices.
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Tesla’s European approval has reopened difficult questions over regulatory transparency. Dutch authorities say extensive testing supports FSD Supervised, while commercially sensitive safety evidence remains shielded as the system moves towards possible EU-wide consideration.
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New Martyn’s Law guidance clarifies notification deadlines for qualifying operators. Premises will generally have three months after commencement, while most qualifying events must notify the regulator within 14 days of publication.
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UK authorities are investigating alleged dumping of imported industrial plastics. The case covers S-PVC from China, Mexico, and South Korea, with potential consequences for chemicals, construction products, cables, flooring, and packaging.
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Britain has opened its first new post-Brexit import safeguard investigation. The TRA will examine whether increased PET imports are seriously injuring domestic production, with downstream companies invited to submit evidence.
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A new torpedo contract will sustain 315 skilled jobs nationwide. BAE Systems will maintain Royal Navy weapons across several UK sites while supporting a wider specialist supply chain.
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Government procurement reforms will prioritise jobs, skills, and domestic opportunity. The planned model would double their weighting on major contracts while reducing requirements affecting smaller suppliers.
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Ofcom’s new chair has launched a wide-ranging organisational review today. Sir Ian Cheshire will examine its structure, resources, and powers as online-safety enforcement expands the regulator’s workload.
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Clarkson delivered record interim results as shipping disruption lifted demand. Revenue increased by 39%, while underlying pre-tax profit rose 56% amid longer trade routes, stronger markets, and geopolitical volatility.
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Aviation decarbonisation is facing a supply and cost test. BloombergNEF analysis shows sustainable aviation fuel prices have risen 10% over the past year, while production remains a small fraction of global jet fuel demand.