Business & Entrepreneurship
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Stump Cross Caverns named finalist in family business awards
Stump Cross Caverns has been named a finalist in the Yorkshire, Humberside and North East Family Business Awards 2026.
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The Bradford company named one of Britain's best places to work
A Bradford accountancy firm has been named one of the UK’s best small companies to work for.
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Scottish investment fund backs 95 businesses with £43.6 million
The Investment Fund for Scotland has invested £43.6m in 95 businesses, helping companies access finance and attract private investment.
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DOJ ‘apologizes’ for running Trump’s taxpayer ads despite order to yank them off air
Ads aired in nearly 400 spots after a court order that blocks the government from running them. Millions of dollars have already been spent making them
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Over £1million of suspected illegal cigarettes seized during raid at Sunderland home
HMRC is investigating after 188,640 cigarette packets and 74.75kg of hand-rolling tobacco were seized.
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How one of Darlington's oldest cafés is still gaining more customers after 80 years
A record-breaking week has highlighted the enduring appeal of Three Squares Cafe, one of Darlington's oldest independent businesses with more than 80 years of history.
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Heating oil market to be better regulated under plans to help households
The Competition and Markets Authority launched a study into the sector after the Middle East conflict sent the cost of heating oil soaring.
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New sign honours memory of Harrogate shopkeeper Claire Lewis
A Harrogate corner shop has installed new signage in memory of Claire Lewis, who ran the business for many years.
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9 things we learned from the big Apple 'Welcome Home' event — including a new HomeView smart display and fresh Apple TV 4K
Apple had a lot to announce at its latest hardware launch event, and these are the key highlights you need to know about.
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York biotech firm's revenues rise 28 per cent to £1.5m as deals are struck
A year of strong growth has seen revenue rise and key commercial milestones reached.
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Glasgow innovation district spin-outs secure £149.5m in investment
Glasgow Riverside Innovation District's first annual report highlights £149.5m in spin-out investment, new research facilities and community projects.
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UK cyber defenses ‘likely’ to be breached, warns AI minister
Kanishka Narayan wants more to be done about unauthorized AI agents activity
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Figures Show Suicide Rates in North Yorkshire Above England Average
Suicide rates in North Yorkshire were above the England average in figures covering 2021 to 2023, highlighting the importance of suicide prevention and
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Huge malting facility 'to close' after Scotch whisky downturn hits demand
A malting facility capable of producing 110,000 metric tonnes per year will reportedly close, in large part due to the downturn in the Scotch whisky industry
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Epic Games reportedly delays Disney shooter title so it can pivot to AI coding — staff allegedly told 'no more handwritten code' with art 'generated with full AI workflows'
Will this speed up development times long-term?
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Scottish-founded fintech firm wins King's Award after lending £32m in Scotland
Fintech firm Salad has received a King's Award for Enterprise after lending more than £32m to customers in Scotland and supporting 200,000 people across the UK.
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Newcastle Christmas Market vendors revealed: 70 'must-visit' festive stalls for 2026
Christmas shoppers can now start planning their visit to Newcastle's Christmas Market after the full list of 70 traders heading to the city has been unveiled.
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The Biggest Pro-AI Super PAC Network Has Poured Millions Into Nevada Shell Companies
Backed by Silicon Valley titans, Leading the Future has raised huge sums to promote pro-AI candidates on both side of the aisle.
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FTSE fades after bright start amid tech worry
The FTSE 100 index ended down 5.95 points, 0.1%, at 10,650.33.
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Premier Inn owner warns tax hikes are costing investments and jobs
Whitbread boss urged Andy Burnham to freeze property taxes ahead of his first autumn Budget later this month
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Fewer Britons plan to ringfence money for holidays abroad next year, says travel industry
Spain remains most popular destination as Britons book later in hope of better deals, Abta report finds
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Manchester City charges: How much did their rule breaking cost your team?
The potential impact of Manchester City's rule breaking runs deep, including missed Champions League qualification, relegation and Premier League prize money.
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Civil servant used sick leave to juggle several jobs, court hears
The court heard that at one point, Kashim Chowdhury was contracted to work 183 hours a week across five roles
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All the UK companies targeted by recent cyber attacks
The owner of fashion brands Hobbs and Whistles, fashion giant H&M and fast fashion business ASOS are all investigating potential hacks in the past week
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Council ‘physically ran out of money’ and borrowed charity cash, report finds
Whitby Town Council ‘physically ran out of money’ to pay its bills and borrowed tens of thousands of pounds from charity reserves without formal approval or public explanation, an independent investigation has concluded.
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Mapped: UK areas in drought as thousands issued supply warning ahead of winter
Rainfall was 80 per cent lower than average in September in some areas
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Leeds Bradford Airport condemns ‘aggressive tactics’ as fresh strike dates announced
Leeds Bradford Airport has criticised 'aggressive tactics' behind a fresh wave of strike action as about 130 operational workers announce new strike dates.
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Scottish ports face grid constraints that could hold back offshore wind jobs
Investment in offshore wind could be undermined by constraints on Scottish ports, a new report has warned, holding back skilled job creation in coastal communities
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Popular pub reassures punters after false closure post on social media
A Clydebank pub has reassured customers it is not closing after hackers posted a fake shutdown announcement on its Facebook page.
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Poundland in rescue talks as owners seek buyer
The leadership team is attempting a buyout, but a union has warned the retailer could fall into administration instead.
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VPN dark web alerts vs. free tools: Are you paying extra for repackaged data?
Tracing where VPN breach data actually comes from
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Independent regulator report says English football finances are 'dangerously exposed'
English football's finances are "dangerously exposed, with the majority of clubs living on the edge of financial disaster", a new report says.
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Argentina takes fight with UK over Falklands' oil industry to international tribunal
Argentina is asking an international tribunal to stop an oil project off the disputed Falkland Islands
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Raworths wins Private Client Team of the Year at Yorkshire Legal Awards
Harrogate law firm Raworths has won Private Client Team of the Year at the Yorkshire Legal Awards 2026, recognising the work of its Trusts, Wills and Estates
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Three things we've learnt about the UK economy from the IMF
The influential economics body has upgraded its UK growth forecast for this year, but risks remain.
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12,000 jobs at risk as UK high street chain with 600 stores faces administration
600 stores and 12,000 jobs could be at risk as Poundland may face administration in just days.
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MI5 chief says Iran is targeting military sites and suspected plot at RAF Fairford is 'not unique’
The head of MI5 says Iran is trying to hit military sites in the U.K. and the suspected plot to attack a U.S.-run military air base in September is not unique
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New managers reopen historic York pub four years after its closure
Trafalgar Bay in York has reopened under new management four years after closing.
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Company director jailed over £266m Bradford money laundering scheme
A company director has been jailed for his part in a £266m Bradford money laundering operation which police said was one of the biggest investigations of its kind in UK legal history.
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Hackers turn business backup servers into crypto mines after sneaking malware disguised as Microsoft Edge
Servers used as a failsafe in case of a cyberattack, became targets of cyberattacks themselves
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Phase Eight and Hobbs apologise to customers as cybersecurity attack hits system
The parent company of UK fashion brands including Hobbs and Phase Eight was hit by a “cybersecurity incident”.
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Britons travelling to EU countries told not to apply for delayed Etias visa waiver
Abta advice comes as more than more than 150 websites offer service of securing entry to Schengen zone
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Bellway cashflow surges 36 as builder prepares for slower year ahead
Bellway's adjusted operating cashflow rose 36 to £868.6m but the company expects a tougher trading environment in the year ahead
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Harrogate anti Gateway campaigners put 'key questions' to North Yorkshire leaders
“When are the businesses, retailers and the residents of Harrogate going to see the final detailed designs for the Station Gateway Project?”
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Leeds Bradford Airport condemns ‘aggressive tactics’ as fresh strike dates announced
Leeds Bradford Airport has criticised 'aggressive tactics' behind a fresh wave of strike action as about 130 operational workers announce new strike dates.
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Herald Business LIVE: Today's top stories - October 13
Welcome to The Herald's Business live blog, where we’ll be bringing you the latest developments from across Scotland’s business industry.
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Scottish chippy institution expands into England with new opening
A famous Scottish fish and chip chain is expanding into England following a £1.5 million investment.
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Police launch manhunt to find WANTED Bradford man
A manhunt has been launched to find a man who is wanted for robbery and theft offences.
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AI could give terrorists access to bioweapons if guardrails fail – MI5 chief
Sir Ken McCallum gave his annual speech on threats to the UK at Thames House on Tuesday.
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York medical testing firm reports 32 per cent rise in revenue to £11.3 million
Abingdon Health has reported strong financial growth and a return to profitability at the adjusted EBITDA level.
