Labour

Economic growth across the UK faces potential hurdles due to a significant “skills gap” between regions, with London and the south-east drawing in a disproportionate share of highly educated workers, according to a new report by the Learning and Work Institute. The study highlights that the divide between regions with high and low levels of skills in the UK is more pronounced than in many comparable nations, and this gap is predicted to increase further. If current patterns persist, the report

South Western Railway is set to become the first major train operator to be nationalised under the Labour government, ministers have revealed. As one of the country’s largest commuter rail services, operating from London Waterloo, SWR is scheduled to return to public ownership in May. The service is currently managed through a partnership between First Group and Hong Kong-based rail operator MTR. This move signals a more measured approach to renationalisation under the new transport secretary,

According to a recent report, Great Britain is “falling behind” its European counterparts when it comes to curbing betting adverts, just as official figures reveal a worrying rise in gambling-related issues among children. The report, commissioned by the charity GambleAware, highlights that limiting advertisements by betting firms and casinos has become “the standard” across Europe in response to concerns over public health. However, Britain has been slow to adopt similar measures. While other