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English mayors are set to gain more control over local innovation funding, a shift that could matter to small firms in advanced manufacturing, life sciences, clean energy, digital technology and specialist services. The Department for…
The latest AUKUS underwater technology announcement is not only a defence story. For specialist UK small businesses, it is another sign that advanced engineering, sensors, autonomy, software and systems integration are becoming a more active…
The government plans to consult on tougher protections for the subsea internet cables that carry much of the UK’s data traffic, a reminder that digital resilience is not just a concern for telecoms giants and…
The Competition and Markets Authority has written to several trader recommendation platforms after reviewing practices in the sector, creating a timely compliance reminder for small firms that run, rely on or advertise through these services.…
Scotland’s net zero economy is now supporting thousands of businesses, most of them small or medium-sized, according to new analysis that should catch the eye of SME suppliers in energy, construction, engineering and professional services.…
The government has announced a GBP120 million support package for the UK ceramics sector, with applications expected to open in the summer once final design work is complete. For small manufacturers, suppliers and specialist workshops…
Applications have opened for operators that want to run taxi, bus and private hire-style self-driving passenger services in Great Britain, creating a new pilot route that transport, mobility and technology SMEs should watch carefully. The…
Thirteen British technology companies have won Ministry of Defence contracts worth up to £4 million each, in a fresh signal that smaller firms may get more direct routes into defence procurement. The awards have been…
The Competition and Markets Authority has updated its programme of work on Apple and Google’s mobile platforms, giving UK app developers, fintech firms and digital SMEs a clearer signal of the areas that may shape…
HMRC’s new artificial intelligence deal is not just a Whitehall technology story. For UK small businesses, it could affect how quickly tax errors are spotted, how fraud checks are targeted, and how much evidence a…