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Zero-emission vehicle registrations accelerated sharply across the UK last quarter. First registrations rose 36.9%, with electric cars taking 27.3% of the new-car market between April and June.
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UK pay awards have settled at three percent amid caution. Brightmine expects subdued settlements to continue into 2027 as employers weigh staff expectations against affordability and higher employment costs.
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Whittard increased sales as digital traffic and loyalty engagement strengthened. The premium retailer’s 15% growth adds to evidence that customer retention and first-party data are becoming central to its omnichannel model.
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The CMA has closed its long-running GXO-Wincanton merger investigation formally. The case ended after GXO completed the required sale of the divestment business to DP World Logistics UK.
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Aurrigo increased first-half revenue while expanding its UK manufacturing capacity. Automotive sales rose 53%, while investment in autonomous programmes, facilities, and engineering increased the company’s operating losses.
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StandardX has secured seed capital for domestic isotope production infrastructure. The £10m round will support a UK refining platform aimed at cancer medicine and future fusion-energy supply chains.
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British institutions are committing more capital to home-grown technology scale-ups. British Business Bank and NatWest have expanded their backing of Phoenix Court as the UK seeks deeper domestic growth capital.
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Environmental marketing claims face renewed scrutiny after another ASA ruling. Here We Flo has been told to clarify the basis of claims including “plant-powered” and “good for the planet”.
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A LinkedIn campaign has tested Britain’s new food advertising rules. The ASA found a B2B advert from The Trade Desk breached restrictions because it featured identifiable Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups.
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Diageo has chosen Joanne Wilson as its next finance chief. The WPP CFO will join during 2027 as Diageo continues its turnaround and three-year financial plan under Sir Dave Lewis.