Labour risks new cronyism row over Portrait Gallery role

Labour risks igniting a new cronyism row over public appointments by lining up the outgoing boss of Unison, one of its biggest trade union backers, for a plum role on the board of the National Portrait Gallery (NPG).

Former P&O Ferries chief set sail with £622,000 pay package

The former P&O Ferries chief once described as "Britain's most hated boss" saw his pay slide in his final full year in the job - but still earned more than £600,000.

Wind power prices up in new offshore contracts as UK moves away from gas

Britain is "firmly on track" to meet its clean power targets for 2030, according to the government following a record offshore wind auction.

More than 500 pubs tipped to close this year

MPs have warned that recent and upcoming policies could be the final nail in the coffin for many pubs, as the Commons backed an increase in alcohol duty in line with inflation.

New Birmingham to Manchester rail line to be built

A new rail line will be built between Birmingham and Manchester, the government has announced.

Kyle to pledge 'protection' for start-ups from foreign raids

The business secretary will this week pledge to "protect" fast-growing UK companies from overseas predators as he claims that the government's new industrial strategy is already delivering substantial gains for Britain's economy.


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