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UK Medicine Prices Must Rise to Attract Pharmaceutical Investment, Says Science Minister

Science minister Patrick Vallance says the UK must raise NHS medicine prices to prevent pharmaceutical companies from pulling investment from the country, following recent project cancellations by major drugmakers.

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UK Wealthy Brace for Tax Hikes in Autumn Budget

A new report reveals that 78% of high-net-worth families in the UK expect tax increases in the next year, primarily due to concerns about the upcoming autumn Budget and potential changes to capital gains tax, income tax, and inheritance tax.

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UK Content Creators Contribute £2.2bn to Economy, New Parliamentary Group Launched

A new report reveals UK YouTubers contributed £2.2bn to the British economy in 2024, supporting 45,000 jobs, prompting the launch of an all-party parliamentary group to advocate for content creators.

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Resolution Foundation Urges £30 Billion Tax Hike, Sparking Political Debate

The Resolution Foundation, a Labour-affiliated think tank, proposed a £30 billion tax increase impacting families and businesses, prompting warnings from Conservatives and business leaders about further economic strain.

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UK Considers Abolishing Visa Fees for Top Science and Business Talent

The UK government is exploring the elimination of visa fees for top-tier scientific and business talent to boost economic growth, a move potentially influenced by the Trump administration's recent increase in H-1B visa costs.

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£120M U.K. Stock Market Ad Campaign Faces Pushback

U.K. Chancellor Rachel Reeves' plan to boost the London Stock Exchange with a £120 million advertising campaign faces pushback from smaller firms concerned about the cost, potentially impacting participation in the initiative.

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Brexit's Impact on UK Tourism: Fewer Visitors, Higher Prices, and Staff Shortages

The UK's departure from the European Union has significantly impacted tourism, leading to a decrease in visitors, price increases, and labor shortages in the hospitality sector.

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AO World CEO Warns of UK Recession Amid Inflation and Labour Policies

AO World CEO John Roberts warned of an impending UK recession due to rising inflation and concerns about Labour's workers' rights bill and tax policies, citing increased business costs and wealth exodus.

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Jaguar Land Rover Extends Production Halt to October 1st Following Cyberattack

Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) extended its production halt until October 1st due to a cyberattack on August 31st, impacting UK, China, Brazil, and India plants, causing daily multi-million pound losses and affecting 200,000+ employees across the supply chain.

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Labour's Business Rates Plan Risks Fueling Food Inflation, Warns BRC

The British Retail Consortium (BRC) warns that Labour's plan to increase business rates on large shops, including supermarkets, will likely exacerbate food inflation, potentially pushing it above 5 percent until 2026, impacting millions of families.

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UK Faces Two Years of Modest Growth Amid High Taxes

A KPMG report forecasts Britain's economic output to rise by only 1.2 percent this year and 1.1 percent in 2026, significantly lower than previous projections, largely due to elevated tax burdens, weak global trade, and cautious consumer spending.

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Sharp Rise in UK Pension Withdrawals Amidst Budget Uncertainty

UK pension savers withdrew £70bn in 2024-25, a 36% increase, with £18.3bn being tax-free cash (62% rise), driven by budget jitters and speculation about potential pension tax changes.

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