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What Went Wrong for Thames Water?

Robbie Meechan — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:35:07 +0000

Thames Water, the UK’s largest private utility company, is due to run out of funds before the end of 2026. The water giant has been attempting to secure a rescue deal for some time but has so far failed to secure anything with the potential to resolve their issues. Now, with a total net debt […]

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UK Heatwave Causing Restaurants and Bakeries to Close

Robbie Meechan — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 10:52:10 +0000

Soaring temperatures across the UK have seen those working in hot kitchens to call for changes to employment guidelines to protect them from the heat. Multiple bakeries and restaurants have been forced to either reduce their hours or close their doors entirely as a result of the hot weather. It’s expected that the UK will […]

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Rick Smith to Speak at Harbour Club’s M&A Industry Event

Robbie Meechan — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:48:43 +0000

Our very own Rick Smith will be taking to the stage at the Harbour Club’s upcoming live event for the last weekend of June. Scheduled to take place at The Hilton Heathrow, Terminal 4 from Saturday 27th to Monday 29th, it promises to be a weekend full of actionable insights, developments in the M&A sphere, […]

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Fading Profits Handicapping UK Golf Courses

Robbie Meechan — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:51:46 +0000

Since the pandemic, participation in golf has soared in the UK. The number of golf course users has risen from 2.5 million to a staggering 5.3 million in just under a decade. Indeed, a recent England Golf report shows that membership is still growing, with stronger interest in the sport from women and children contributing […]

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War Zone to Shoe Zone: How the Iran War Hurts the UK High Street

Robbie Meechan — Wed, 20 May 2026 14:42:18 +0000

Considering the life-or-death nature of any war, it seems somewhat gauche to lament the Iran War’s impact on UK shopping. However, there’s no denying that certain businesses have found the consequences of the Middle Eastern conflict difficult to contend with. Chief among the issues facing UK companies is the resultant hike in crude oil prices. […]

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Claire’s Accessories to Reopen After Folding

Robbie Meechan — Mon, 11 May 2026 14:48:32 +0000

In an unexpected turn of events, it seems that failed jewellery firm, Claire’s, is set to return to UK high streets mere weeks after collapsing into administration. The well-known accessory shop closed all 154 of its stores and laid 1,300 staff off after a buyer wasn’t found to take on the ailing business. Owners, Modella […]

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How Recent AI Breakthroughs Threaten UK SMEs

Robbie Meechan — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:26:08 +0000

Traditionally the preserve of large corporations, cybersecurity isn’t something that smaller businesses have ever really needed to worry about that much. That could be set to change soon, however, as UK Technology Secretary, Liz Kendall recently warned that British businesses of all sizes are now under threat. Advances in AI have now intensified the risk […]

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What Went Wrong for Gentleman’s Relish?

Robbie Meechan — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:12:46 +0000

While hardly a household staple (indeed, many are still be unfamiliar with it) the discontinuation of Gentleman’s Relish has shaken those that enjoyed its piquant and savoury taste. The anchovy paste with strong fishy smell and unassuming white packaging has been on grocery store shelves for the last 180 years, so its quiet shuffle off […]

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Director Jailed for Bounce Back Loan Fraud

Robbie Meechan — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:40:05 +0000

A Manchester businessman has been jailed for two years and four months after fraudulently claiming more than he was entitled to in Bounce Back Loans. Matloob Hussain received £150,000 by falsifying figures relating to his companies during the pandemic. As well as a sole-tradership, Hussein was director of Eccles-based Dynasty Group Ltd, a clothing wholesaler, […]

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What Went Wrong for Car Park Giants, NCP?

Robbie Meechan — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 09:08:04 +0000

There were more than a few surprised faces when UK car park giant, NCP announced that it was entering administration recently. Car parks have routinely been held up in the past as a superb way to raise income from land in and around town centres. In fact, as businesses go, it seems almost as passive […]

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