Reeves hails UK listing reforms for IPO market revival
Chancellor Rachel Reeves claims new UK listing rules are revitalising the City, as the FTSE 100 hits records and IPO activity surges. Discover the reforms driving London's comeback.
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ISA reforms 'doomed to fail', warns AJ Bell chief
AJ Bell CEO Michael Summersgill warns Chancellor Rachel Reeves that her cash ISA limit cuts lack due diligence and will fail to boost stock market investment. Read the full critique.
EG Group plans $9bn US float for 2026
Petrol forecourts giant EG Group, founded in Blackburn, is set to begin formal plans for a $9bn (£6.7bn) listing on the New York stock market. Read the full story.
Labour MP 'ashamed' of Starmer in jury trial rebellion
Labour MP Karl Turner says he is 'ashamed' of Sir Keir Starmer over plans to scrap jury trials for some offences. The rebellion escalates as ministers confirm the changes could apply retrospectively.
Insurer 1st Central in talks for £1bn+ London float
Specialist motor and home insurer 1st Central is exploring a potential London stock market listing that could value the firm at over £1bn. Read the latest on this major financial move.
Progressives Block DHS Funding Over ICE Reforms
Congressional progressives pledge to oppose all funding for immigration enforcement unless militarised policing ends, following a fatal ICE shooting in Minneapolis. Read the latest.
Siskiyou County Agrees to Police Reforms After Lawsuit
Siskiyou County agrees to major police reforms after a lawsuit alleged systematic harassment of Hmong Americans. New policies ban race-based traffic stops and introduce independent oversight.
Industry Alarm Over Rushed ISA Reforms
Major investment platforms warn Chancellor Rachel Reeves that plans to slash cash ISA limits are 'flawed' and risk damaging retail investment. Read the latest on the heated Treasury talks.
Labour's New Parental Leave Rules Explained for UK Parents
Major UK parental leave reforms grant day-one rights to fathers and support for bereaved parents. Learn how the new rules impact 32,000 dads annually and boost family flexibility.
OpenAI vs Anthropic: Legal Risks Threaten AI IPOs
Copyright lawsuits create major uncertainty for AI giants seeking public listings. Anthropic may have a clearer path than OpenAI, with analysts warning of 'massive liability risk'. Read the full analysis.
Labour rebel MP 'does not care' about losing party whip
Labour MP Karl Turner breaks ranks to oppose government's jury trial reforms, challenging Keir Starmer to remove the whip. Read the full story on the controversial justice overhaul.
House hunters baffled by excessive lights in £2.9m home
A luxury four-bed Bromley home listed for £2.9 million has sparked online debate over its extraordinarily high number of ceiling spotlights. Discover the Reddit reaction and property details.
Podcast: Bridget Phillipson's Domestic Challenges
Sky News' Politics podcast analyses Bridget Phillipson's struggles with SEND reforms and single-sex spaces. Will government face rebellions over contentious spring legislation? Listen now.
Waterstones Owner Lines Up Rothschild for London Listing
Elliott Management prepares Rothschild to advise on a multibillion-pound London stock market flotation for Waterstones and Barnes & Noble. Read the latest.
FTSE 100 Soars Past 10,000 as IPO Rebound Forecast
The FTSE 100 surged to a record close above 10,122. Analysts now predict a 2026 IPO revival in London, spurred by Chancellor Reeves's stamp duty reforms. Read the full market analysis.
Key 2026 Pension Reforms Explained
Major UK pension reforms in 2026 will change how you save and access retirement income. Learn about dashboards, targeted support, and new consolidation rules.
Exchange bosses call 2024 crucial for EU capital markets
Top European exchange executives warn 2024 is a make-or-break year for EU capital markets reforms. Success hinges on swift, unified action to boost competitiveness and attract listings. Read the full analysis.
Iran Attempts Economic Concessions to Quell Protests
Iran's government unveils risky economic reforms, including subsidy changes, as protests over inflation and corruption enter ninth day. Can it placate public anger?
Drive for 2,000 New Magistrates to Tackle Court Backlog
Justice Secretary David Lammy launches a major recruitment drive for 2,000 new magistrates in England and Wales to reduce court delays and speed up justice. Learn about the role and how to apply.
Starmer's 2026: Five Key Tests for His Premiership
As Keir Starmer enters a critical year, we analyse the five major challenges that could define his time in Downing Street, from Send reforms to managing Trump. Read the full analysis.
Massive police presence for Sydney New Year's Eve
NSW Premier urges public defiance after Bondi terror attack as police deploy in unprecedented numbers with new firepower for Sydney's New Year's Eve celebrations.
Tech Titans OpenAI and SpaceX Target 2026 Public Listings
Silicon Valley's elite, including OpenAI and SpaceX, are preparing for blockbuster IPOs by 2026 to fund soaring AI and space exploration costs. Discover the shift from private to public markets.
Dyson: Inheritance tax could force sale of my company
Sir James Dyson warns his company will become 'unrecognisable' and may have to be sold to pay a multi-billion pound inheritance tax bill unless the government reverses its reforms. Read his full critique.
Australia to List Hate Groups Like Terror Organisations
The Australian government unveils a new regime to outlaw extremist hate groups, targeting organisations like Hizb ut-Tahrir and neo-Nazi networks that operate just inside legal limits.
Sports Stars Urge Government to Protect Playing Fields
Olympic champions and governing bodies warn planning reforms could scrap vital protections for England's playing fields, hitting the poorest communities hardest. Act now to save our green spaces.
NSW Passes New Gun Laws and Protest Restrictions
New South Wales parliament fast-tracks sweeping gun control measures and controversial protest bans in response to the Bondi attack. The reforms face opposition from the Nationals and Greens.
Farmers slam NSW's 'rushed' and 'unworkable' firearms laws
NSW Farmers accuse the Minns government of rushing unworkable firearms reforms, misleading farmers and failing to consult. Read their full critique.
Unfinished Gun Register Scrutinised After Bondi Attack
A national firearms register, promised after Port Arthur, remains incomplete. Experts argue it could have flagged the Bondi attackers. Discover the stalled reforms and new proposals.
Australia Launches Gun Buyback After Bondi Killings
Australia plans a national gun buyback scheme and tougher laws after the Bondi Beach terrorist shooting that killed 15. Read the full story on the government's response.
Farmers 'bewildered and frightened' by inheritance tax reforms
A major government review identifies inheritance tax as the single biggest threat to farming viability. New 20% levy on farms over £1m sparks industry fear and protests. Read the full report.
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