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The Greens discover that protest is easier than persuasion

Green Party net favourability hits record low of -16 as YouGov finds over half of Britons now hold unfavourable view of Zack Polanski's party.

Burnham's popularity slips as voters deliver an early warning to Labour's new era

Andy Burnham's unfavourable rating hits 43%, the highest since YouGov began tracking, as voters question trustworthiness of Labour's likely next leader.

Hidden failures in allergen safety remain a challenge for Britain's hospitality industry

765 allergen safety failures found in UK hospitality since January 2023, with incomplete information and cross-contamination risks still common.

Nearly half of Britons want a general election after Starmer's resignation, poll finds

48% of Britons want a general election after Starmer's resignation, with just 35% backing a new PM without a public vote, YouGov polling reveals.

Influencer marketing's spreadsheet addiction is costing brands hundreds of thousands, study finds

Brands could save £734,000 over three years by ditching spreadsheets for centralised influencer marketing systems, Forrester study finds.

Europe would take Britain back tomorrow. The catch? The euro and open borders

France and Germany would welcome Britain back into the EU, but 58-61% of voters say the UK must adopt the euro and Schengen borders—no special treatment.

England fans warned that soaring temperatures could disrupt matchday viewing

England fans face broadband disruption as red weather warnings and soaring temperatures threaten to slow home internet during tonight's match.

Public backs Starmer's departure as Labour searches for a new direction

62% of Britons say Keir Starmer was right to resign as Prime Minister, with half describing his tenure as poor or terrible, new YouGov polling shows.

Keir Starmer resigns as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom

Keir Starmer resigns as Prime Minister after less than two years, becoming the sixth UK leader forced from power in a decade amid Labour turmoil.

Pressure grows on Starmer as voters back Burnham leadership challenge

Europe's unions call for a new economic settlement

Europe's trade unions gathered in Madrid this week to challenge Brussels' austerity policies, demanding an end to fiscal restraint and labour flexibility.

Yuval Noah Harari joins students calling for a greater role in shaping the future

Yuval Noah Harari joins schoolchildren at Davos to create the Rosenberg Youth Manifesto, a student-led document proposing practical action on AI, climate and governance.

Burnham's political stock falls as Labour's troubles deepen

Andy Burnham's net favourability has plunged to minus 11 as Labour's turmoil drags down senior figures, new YouGov polling reveals.

Reform remains ahead as Labour and Conservatives stay locked together, Latest Polling Suggests

Reform UK leads at 24% as Labour and Conservatives tie on 19% in latest YouGov poll, while Greens surge to 15% in fragmented British political landscape.

Public backs Healey's resignation over defence spending, poll finds

John Healey's resignation over defence spending backed by 45% of Britons in new YouGov poll, signalling growing public concern over military investment.

Parents want action on social media, but many doubt a ban will be enough

Parents want action on social media but 46% doubt a ban on under-16s will work, despite 77% backing Keir Starmer's proposal, new YouGov polling reveals.

Trust is becoming a commercial asset, yet many brands remain unprepared

55% of consumers aged 18–34 have stopped buying from brands whose values conflict with their own, yet under 5% of marketers see trust as a challenge.

Britain's Brexit regrets grow, yet enthusiasm for rejoining remains muted

57% of Britons now say Brexit was wrong, YouGov finds, as UK nears tenth anniversary of the 2016 referendum that reshaped British politics and economy.

Reform holds its lead as Labour and Conservatives remain deadlocked, latest poll suggests

Reform UK leads on 25% as Labour and Conservatives tie at 19% in latest YouGov poll, with four parties now polling in double digits across Britain.

Liverpool turn to Iraola as club looks to begin new era

Liverpool appoint Andoni Iraola as head coach on a two-year deal after his remarkable spell at Bournemouth, where he secured Europa League qualification.

NHS drawn into culture war as voters back limits on political symbols

NHS staff political badge ban backed by 45% of voters in new YouGov poll, as Lord Mann calls for restrictions on uniforms amid concerns over patient comfort.

SpaceX offers investors a stake in the future

SpaceX plans public offering at $1.75 trillion valuation, placing it among world's most valuable companies from day one of trading.

The £10 million watch launch that shows luxury brands are no longer selling products

AP x Swatch Royal Pop collaboration generated £10.41 million in earned media value, with 11 billion social media views driven by queues and hype.

Two thirds of Britons say it remains unclear what Starmer stands for

Two thirds of Britons say it remains unclear what Keir Starmer stands for, new YouGov polling reveals, with even 57% of Labour voters uncertain about the PM's beliefs.

Politicians trusted by just 4% of Britons as confidence gap widens

Politicians trusted by just 4% of Britons, new YouGov data shows, making them the least trusted profession by a wide margin. Distrust has risen 7 points since Brexit.

Burnham wins voters' approval but Britain remains unconvinced he is ready for No 10

Andy Burnham wins voter approval as Greater Manchester Mayor but new YouGov polling shows Britain split on whether he's ready to become prime minister.

The defence spending dilemma: voters want more security but fewer trade-offs

56% of Britons want higher defence spending, but most reject NHS cuts, tax rises or borrowing to fund it, new YouGov polling reveals.

Support grows for new North Sea developments as energy debate intensifies

North Sea oil and gas developments backed by 46% of Britons in new YouGov poll, doubling support for restrictions at 23%.

Sturgeon: ‘If I could turn back the clock, I would take a different decision’

Nicola Sturgeon says she would not have kept Peter Murrell as SNP chief executive in 2014 if she could reverse the decision, days after he admitted embezzling £400,000.

South Korea’s housing market settles after the turbulence of the pandemic years

South Korea's housing market stabilises after pandemic turbulence, with average quarterly growth of 0.5% from Q4 2020 to Q4 2025, signalling end of correction.

Public patience with resident doctors' strikes appears to be wearing thin

52% of Britons now oppose further resident doctors' strikes in England, new YouGov polling shows, marking a sharp reversal from June 2024.

Two thirds of Britons prioritise lower energy bills over removing fossil fuels, YouGov finds

YouGov poll finds 65% of Britons prioritise lower energy bills over removing fossil fuels from electricity supply, just 24% back net zero first.

How Britain Allowed a Million Young People to Fall Out of Working Life

Britain's NEET crisis could hit 1.25 million young people within five years, warns Alan Milburn review. Six in ten economically inactive youth have never worked.

Britons Were Promised Energy Security. Instead, Another Bill Shock Has Arrived

Ofgem raises energy price cap 13% from July despite government promises of security. Bills climb again as global gas shocks expose Britain's continued vulnerability.

Tony Blair’s Warning to Labour’s Leadership Contenders Britain Cannot Afford a Lurch Back to the Left

Tony Blair warns Labour leadership contenders against lurching left, saying anti-growth politics and higher taxes will destroy the party's electability.

Wes Streeting’s resignation speech exposed Labour’s growing identity crisis

Wes Streeting's resignation speech positioned him for Labour leadership while exposing the party's struggle to reconcile patriotism with EU ambitions.

Britain’s Inflation Relief May Prove Short Lived

Britain's inflation fell to 2.8% in April, but the decline is driven by temporary energy bill cuts rather than genuine economic improvement.

London Braces For Major Unite The Kingdom Demonstration As Political Tensions Rise

Thousands are expected to gather in central London today for the Unite The Kingdom demonstration as growing public frustration over immigration, national identity and political disconnection continues to reshape Britain’s political landscape.

UK Borrowing Costs Climb To Fresh Financial Crisis Era High As Markets Lose Confidence In Political Direction

UK borrowing costs have climbed to their highest levels since the aftermath of the 2008 financial crisis, raising fresh concerns over Britain’s economic credibility as investors grow increasingly uneasy about political uncertainty, rising public spending pressures and the country’s long term fiscal direction.

Burnham’s Westminster Return Could Become Labour’s Biggest Political Test Yet

Andy Burnham is moving closer to a return to Westminster after receiving growing backing inside Labour to stand in the upcoming Makerfield by-election, in a move that is already intensifying questions around the party’s future direction and ability to reconnect with voters beyond London.

The Sunday Times Rich List Reflects a Changing Era for Wealth Creation

The 2026 Sunday Times Rich List paints a more restrained picture of British wealth creation — slower headline growth, a shrinking billionaire club, and a quiet relocation of capital to Dubai, Monaco and Switzerland.

Wimbledon’s Biggest Winners Are Increasingly Luxury Brands, Not Just Tennis Players

Discover how Wimbledon has evolved into a luxury brand powerhouse. Explore the influence of Wimbledon on luxury marketing and social media.

Vinted’s €8 Billion Valuation Signals That Resale Is No Longer Adjacent To Retail. It Is Retail.

Discover how Vinted's €8 billion valuation redefines resale as a key retail player. Dive into Vinted's strategic shift and market impact today.

UK Retail Sales Rise In Q1, But Growth Remains Selective

Discover the latest on UK Retail Sales as they rise in Q1, yet growth remains selective. Learn how strategic spending shapes the UK Retail Sales landscape.

Italy’s Industry Is Sending Europe A Warning

Italy's Industry sends a warning to Europe: Without urgent public intervention and stronger industrial policy, Italy's Industry faces risks.

Consumer Confidence Falls Further Even As Spending Edges Up

Explore how Consumer Confidence impacts spending trends in the UK. Despite low Consumer Confidence, spending rises. Discover the reasons now.

Tesco’s Results Reflect a Retail Market That Is Still Tight and Still Unpredictable

Explore Tesco's latest results reflecting a tight, unpredictable retail market. Learn how Tesco navigates challenges while maintaining growth.

M&S Has Finally Made Loyalty Feel Like Money Again

Discover how M&S has transformed loyalty with a simple, tangible rewards system. M&S Sparks offers real value, making shopping effortless.

The UK High Street Just Lost Momentum AGAIN And the latest ONS data tells a bigger story than the headline num

Explore the latest ONS data revealing the UK's High Street challenges. Discover how consumer behavior is shifting in this evolving retail landscape.