Mitchells & Butlers (M&B), the FTSE 250 pub and restaurant operator behind chains including All Bar One, Harvester and Toby Carvery, has reported strong like-for-like sales growth over Christmas, offset by weaker performance

The new year is an excellent opportunity for businesses to review their finances and plan effectively for the months ahead. With the annual increases to the national living and minimum wage and other statutory

James Watt, co-founder of the beer producer BrewDog, has drawn controversy by describing Britain as “one of the least work-oriented countries in the world” and questioning the nation’s focus on “work-life balance”. Instead, the

Britain’s busiest railway route, the west coast main line, is set for a once-in-a-generation upgrade that will bring significant disruptions for up to ten years. Network Rail plans to replace more than 150 miles

Marks & Spencer has accelerated its drive towards net zero by rolling out a fleet of lorries fuelled by biomethane, a gas derived from waste such as food, animal manure and wastewater. The retailer

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has declined to rule out the possibility of a full Budget in March, fuelling speculation about potential tax hikes or spending cuts. When pressed in Parliament, Ms Reeves instead reiterated her

A nationwide seed funding programme for innovators in the colour and dyeing sector has launched for its third consecutive year, offering up to £25,000 in equity investment per venture.Organised by The Dyers’ Company,

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has transitioned from being a futuristic concept to an essential part of everyday business operations. For small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), AI presents a wealth of opportunities to enhance productivity, streamline