IN BRIEF: Aquila European adds North Atlantic Smaller CEO to board

Aquila European Renewables PLC - currently in a managed wind-down, had previously invested in European renewable energy assets - Appoints Christopher Mills, chief executive and...

Thu, 21/05/2026 - 13:54


Taoiseach greeted by French president on arrival for talks in Paris

Irish premier Micheal Martin was embraced by Emmanuel Macron at the Elysee Palace in Paris ahead of a meeting between the two leaders.

The Middle East,...

Thu, 21/05/2026 - 13:42


Multimillion-pound support announced for UK chemicals, ceramics firms

The UK government has announced multimillion-pound funding packages for chemicals and ceramics firms which it said will support thousands of jobs.

A £350 million so-called critical...

Thu, 21/05/2026 - 13:40


UK VAT slashed to 5% on summer attractions in cost-of-living plan

Rachel Reeves has announced a temporary cut in the rate of VAT on attractions such as theme parks, zoos and museums from 20% to 5%...

Thu, 21/05/2026 - 13:38


Reforms to target profiteering providers and ‘loss’ of UK high streets

UK Communities Secretary Steve Reed said the profits of firms exploiting high demand for vulnerable children’s accommodation will be capped and powers handed to communities...

Thu, 21/05/2026 - 13:35


Henry Boot makes ‘good start’ to year as demand stays ‘resilient’

Henry Boot PLC on Thursday said it continues to forecast full-year profit in line with expectations, despite signs of lower confidence and cost inflation driven...

Thu, 21/05/2026 - 13:29


Lunchtime market roundup: Stocks fall amid US-Iran concerns

Stock prices in Europe fell on Thursday afternoon as the Middle East conflict continues to unnerve markets.

Reuters reported that Iran’s supreme leader has asserted...

Thu, 21/05/2026 - 12:20


Young & Co’s Brewery raises dividend as profit more than doubles

Young & Co’s Brewery PLC on Thursday reported stronger annual earnings and said it has made a strong start to the new year.

The London-based pub...

Thu, 21/05/2026 - 12:14


IN BRIEF: AB Foods-Hovis merger clears Northern Ireland hurdle

Associated British Foods PLC - London-based food, ingredients and retail group - UK Competition & Markets Authority publishes an interim report on its probe into...

Thu, 21/05/2026 - 12:13


IN BRIEF: Zinc Media wins $6 million contract in Middle East

Zinc Media Group PLC - London-based television and audio production company - Says it has been commissioned to produce ‘a major television series’ in the...

Thu, 21/05/2026 - 12:08


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