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George Osborne emerges as surprise contender to become HSBC chairman

Former chancellor George Osborne has emerged as a shock contender to succeed Sir Mark Tucker as HSBC chairman, joining Naguib Kheraj and Kevin Sneader on the shortlist for one of global banking’s top roles. Read more: George Osborne emerges as su...

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John Chipponeri: From Chevron to Coaching and Men’s Work

John Chipponeri is a retired Chevron executive, coach, and endurance athlete whose career has been defined by leadership, resilience, growth and service. Read more: John Chipponeri: From Chevron to Coaching and Men’s Work ...

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Experts say there is “nothing to fear” from Employment Rights Bill as employers back fairer workplace reforms

Employment experts and major employers say there is “nothing to fear” from the Employment Rights Bill, arguing reforms like day-one rights and stronger leave protections will boost fairness, wellbeing and productivity. Read more: Experts say th...

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SME confidence improves, but rising energy and tax costs continue to hinder growth ahead of the Autumn Budget

New research shows 49% of SMEs are positive about 2026, but high energy costs, tax burdens and inflation remain major barriers ahead of the Autumn Budget. Read more: SME confidence improves, but rising energy and tax costs continue to hinder growth...

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Government abolishes Police and Crime Commissioners as £100m is diverted to AI and cyber policing

The Government will abolish Police and Crime Commissioners, redirecting £100m into AI, cyber policing and neighbourhood officers. Regional mayors will absorb PCC roles as part of a major policing reform to raise standards nationwide. Read more: Go...

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Aviva chief warns Reeves that salary sacrifice tax cap would be ‘bad news’ for Britain

Aviva CEO Dame Amanda Blanc warns that Rachel Reeves’ plan to cap salary sacrifice tax benefits to £2,000 a year would penalise employers, raise NI costs and discourage pension saving. Aviva posts strong Q3 results despite concerns. Read more: A...

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Business leaders unite to celebrate a decade of UK B Corps

The UK B Corp movement marks its 10-year anniversary as new data shows certified businesses outperforming UK SMEs in growth, investment and resilience. With 2,600+ B Corps now operating nationwide, new standards arriving in 2026 will further strengt...

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A canapé and a tax raid: Labour’s new love letter to business

Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s latest charm offensive with top CEOs comes just weeks before Rachel Reeves’ tax-heavy budget. Richard Alvin argues why Britain’s business leaders aren’t buying the sweet talk Read more: A canapé and a tax raid...

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Keir Starmer woos top bosses ahead of tax-heavy budget

Leaders from some of Britain’s most influential companies were ushered into Downing Street on Wednesday evening as Sir Keir Starmer sought to shore up relations with business ahead of what is widely expected to be a painful, tax-raising budget lat...

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Rachel Reeves abandons income tax rise as backlash forces major budget rethink

Rachel Reeves scraps plans to raise income tax ahead of the Budget after fears of backlash from MPs and voters, triggering a major rethink of her fiscal strategy. Read more: Rachel Reeves abandons income tax rise as backlash forces major budget ret...

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