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Government appoints Emma Jones CBE as new Small Business Commissioner to help tackle late payments

Government appoints new Small Business Commissioner as part of efforts to boost SMEs and tackle late payments HM GovernmentSource

New films showcase the landscapes of the South West

A series of six films co-funded by Natural England highlight the fragile nature of protected sites and how we can all take steps to help our environment. HM GovernmentSource

PM meeting with President Macron of France: 16 June 2025

The Prime Minister met French President Emmanuel Macron at the G7 Summit this afternoon. HM GovernmentSource

Transport Secretary secures major rail supply deal to protect thousands of British Steel jobs

The contract will see British Steel supplying a minimum of 337,000 tonnes of long and short rail in the UK over the next 5 years. HM GovernmentSource

Celebrations as 17 Ministry of Defence Silver ERS Award winners are announced in Wales

17 organisations in Wales have been awarded the 2025 Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Silver Award among more than 300 nationally. HM GovernmentSource

England faces 5 billion litre public water shortage by 2055 without urgent action

England faces 5 billion litre a day shortfall for public water supplies by 2055 – and a further 1 billion litre a day deficit for wider economy. HM GovernmentSource

£250m for green aerospace projects ahead of Industrial Strategy

UK aerospace will be boosted by more than £250m funding for cutting-edge aerospace tech projects to drive greener air travel, ahead of the Paris Air Show. HM GovernmentSource

UK interest rate cut may not be enough to improve voters’ dim view of the government | Heather Stewart

Bank’s move appears to go against the theory that rate cuts will lead to rising inflation and higher wage demands Two trade deals and a rate cut in one week … are things looking up? The return of spring weather across much of the UK last week brought

When Basic Personal Finance Advice Steers You Wrong | YNAB

Tired of one-size-fits-all money advice? Discover how spendfulness helps you break the rules, trust yourself, and plan for what matters most. Source

85 Financial Questions to Ask Your Partner | YNAB

Wondering what financial questions to ask your partner? We’ve got a list of 85 financial questions to ask whether you’re dating, engaged, or married. Source

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