British Steel Nationalisation Expected in King's Speech
The full nationalisation of British Steel is expected in the king's speech, safeguarding blast furnaces and thousands of jobs in Scunthorpe.
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British Steel on Track for Full Nationalisation in Weeks
British Steel is poised for full nationalisation within weeks, a year after the UK government took over daily operations from Chinese owner Jingye amid closure fears at the Scunthorpe plant.
Health Food Pioneer Peter Smith Dies at 97
Peter Smith, who established one of Britain's first health food stores in Scunthorpe during the 1950s and later ran a successful outlet in Surrey, has passed away at age 97. His life journey included teaching in Japan and extensive global travel.
Scunthorpe Steel Furnaces Cost £1.3M Daily, NAO Says
The National Audit Office reveals that keeping British Steel's Scunthorpe blast furnaces operational could exceed £1.5bn by 2028, with daily costs reaching £1.3 million.
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Lincolnshire Approves AI Datacentre Amid Emissions Concerns
North Lincolnshire council has unanimously approved the Elsham Tech Park, a 15-building AI datacentre campus near Scunthorpe, despite warnings it could generate emissions rivaling all UK domestic flights.
British Steel Wins Turkish Rail Deal, Creates Jobs
British Steel secures an eight-figure contract to supply rail for Turkey's high-speed line, creating 23 jobs and restarting 24/7 production in Scunthorpe, despite ongoing financial challenges.
British Steel Scunthorpe Future Unclear Amid Government Talks
The future of British Steel's Scunthorpe plant remains uncertain as the UK government and owner Jingye Group explore options, raising concerns over jobs and the UK's industrial strategy.
Michael Flacks Interested in British Steel Takeover
British investor Michael Flacks is reportedly preparing a bid for government-controlled British Steel, with plans to combine it with an Italian plant to create a major European metals group.
Christmas lights used for 69 years without a bulb change
A retired caretaker's Philips fairy lights, bought in 1956, still work perfectly. Discover the story of this durable festive marvel and a modern light display contrast. Read more.
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Ministers hire bankers for UK steel industry review
The UK government is hiring investment bank Evercore to conduct a strategic review of Britain's steel sector amid significant taxpayer exposure. Discover the future plans.
Government backs electric arc furnaces for British Steel
Business Secretary Peter Kyle supports shift to cleaner electric technology at Scunthorpe plant, securing jobs while raising questions about traditional blast furnaces.
Scunthorpe United defender injured in train stabbing attack
League Two club issues emotional update after defender Omar Sanyang survives violent train assault while travelling to training, leaving football community in shock.
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