Rachel Reeves has cautioned businesses to brace for potential tax rises under a potential Labour government, addressing concerns about economic impacts and the need for sustained national investment.

Investment from finance and technology giants is set to boost the British economy, as new opportunities and favourable conditions encourage major international firms to establish their presence in the UK.

An investment plan is facing disruption after a minister’s critical remarks about a shipping company involved in an infrastructure project, causing potential challenges for upcoming discussions.

A proposed new law in the UK aims to make it easier for unions to raise funds for the Labour Party by granting them greater powers in the workplace, potentially increasing membership dues and providing unions with a larger role in industrial negotiations.