Ten years after Britain voted to leave the European Union, the financial world in London keeps growing. Big banks still see value in the city. For example, JPMorgan now plans a brand-new skyscraper in Canary Wharf that could hold up to 12, 000 workers. That shows confidence isn’t gone. Yet behind th
The UK's finance minister, Rachel Reeves, has made it clear that strengthening ties with Europe is key to economic growth. She believes that among the major global economic powers - the US, China, and Europe - Europe holds the most potential for the UK. This is because of its close proximity, making
Scotland's political scene is heating up. John Swinney, the leader of the Scottish National Party (SNP), has made it clear: if his party secures a majority in the upcoming Scottish parliament elections in May, he will push for another independence referendum. This move could have significant implica
The UK's relationship with the EU has been a hot topic among Labour MPs lately. Two high-profile ministers, David Lammy and Wes Streeting, have hinted at the idea of rejoining the EU customs union. Both were strong supporters of remaining in the EU during the Brexit debate. They believe that closer
The UK's economic growth is currently facing a tough situation. The government's recent budget didn't include any big plans to boost the economy. The Office for Budget Responsibility said none of the measures would add at least 0. 1% to GDP over five years. This leaves the UK relying on two main hop
Northern Ireland stands as a unique example of a region grappling with the aftermath of conflict and the consequences of Brexit. The focus here is on how Brexit has affected women in Northern Ireland, highlighting the broader issues of social justice and gender equality. Brexit has brought about si
Let's talk about the UK's trade ambitions. The business minister, Jonathan Reynolds, recently shared some updates. He's really keen on sealing trade deals with India and some Gulf countries. In fact, he mentioned that talks with a group of six Gulf nations might restart as early as next week. This i
