Seven Companies Receive First Royal Warrants from QueenToday, it was announced that seven companies have been granted the first royal warrants from Queen Elizabeth II. The prestigious warrants are a symbol of recognition for businesses that have provided goods or services to the royal family.

A long-time employee is seeking assistance as her employer, for whom she has worked for 24 years, is implementing a new clock-in system that pays employees by the minute. This and other personal finance and consumer news can be found in the Money blog. Readers

Over 500 workers at the Dounreay nuclear power station in the Scottish Highlands are set to go on strike this week in a dispute over pay. Members of the Unite union have voted to take 24-hour strike action on Wednesday and will also participate in

A recent report has shed light on the concerning impact of climate change on one of the world’s most popular fruits, the avocado. The superfood, known for its high fiber and healthy fats, requires a significant amount of water to grow, making it particularly susceptible

Highland Port Secures £100m Credit Boost for Offshore Wind HubA Highland port in the Moray Firth, set to become an “offshore wind hub”, has received a significant financial boost from UK and Scottish government-backed banks. The port, owned by Haventus, is currently undergoing redevelopment on

OpenAI Unveils New ChatGPT AI Chatbot With Enhanced Text, Vision, and Audio CapabilitiesOpenAI, a leading artificial intelligence research company, has announced the launch of its latest version of the ChatGPT AI chatbot. The new version boasts near-instant results across text, vision, and audio, making it

Former Pensions Minister Sir Steve Webb has raised concerns over the growing trend of young homebuyers taking on ultra-long mortgages, potentially jeopardizing their retirement prospects. In a shocking revelation, data provided by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to the Bank of England shows that over

The BBC’s recent announcement of its plans to introduce advertising on its podcasts has sparked concern among media businesses in the UK. In March, the broadcaster revealed its intention to run advertisements on podcasts and on-demand audio played on third-party platforms such as Spotify. In

In a recent episode of The Ian King Business Podcast, Ian welcomed a range of industry leaders to discuss important topics affecting the business world.Firstly, Ian spoke with Lynn Calder, the chief executive of Ineos Automotive, about the pressing issue of decarbonisation in the transport