United Kingdom: Industry Updates & Analysis

As global sales slow and polarisation between the Chinese and American automotive industries increases, Europe is at risk of being cut adrift amidst the disruption.

The UK government has issued a new Industrial Strategy, which will include targeted support for the areas of the country and economy that the government believes...

In a new era of uncertainty, risks are hitting organizations from all angles. Yet more than 60% of organizations are insufficiently prepared to address nearly all of them.

The UK's Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 introduces stricter requirements for companies, including lawful purpose declarations, verified addresses, and upcoming director identity verification. These reforms aim to improve corporate transparency, prevent financial crime, and strengthen Companies House oversight.

In this episode, Simon Witney and Tom Gosling, Visiting Senior Fellow in the Law School at London School Economics and co-author of "Does Sustainable Investing Work?"...

The UK's semiconductor sector study highlights the industry's significance, contributing £9.6 billion in revenue and supporting up to 101,000 jobs. Despite challenges like skill shortages, 90% of companies anticipate growth, underscoring the need for strategic investment and innovation support.

Following recent Visitor Levy Bill consultation updates, the Scottish Government and councils are now considering levies for cruise ships, motorhomes, and camping.

The UK government is one of the more active in the G7 when it comes to encouraging inward investment.

On 10 October 2023, the Commission announced the forthcoming expiry of the Consortia Block Exemption Regulation (CBER) for liner shipping (Commission Regulation (EC) No 906/2009...