Faster approvals for clean energy projects to protect families from rising bills
Millions of families will be better protected from future volatility in global energy prices, as the government accelerates planning and regulatory approvals for two major clean energy projects. With the conflict in the Middle East driving instability across global fuel markets, the government is taking action to strengthen Britain’s long-term energy independence and deliver clean […]
Britain’s rising tax on ambition
Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. This article is an on-site version of the Free Lunch newsletter. Premium subscribers can sign up here to get the newsletter delivered every Thursday and Sunday. Standard subscribers can upgrade to Premium here, or explore […]
UK steps up defence of Arctic and High North from rising Russian threats
British troops deployed to Norway to double over three years from 1,000 to 2,000 personnel. Defence Secretary confirms UK Armed Forces will play vital part in NATO Arctic Sentry mission, with military planning underway. Major Joint Expeditionary Force exercise, ‘Lion Protector’, will see air, land, and naval forces deploy across High North in 2026. Arctic […]
Government acts to tackle rising childhood obesity epidemic
Shocking new childhood obesity figures highlight the urgent need for preventative action to create the healthiest generation of children ever Government “won’t look away as kids become unhealthier”, as they push through preventative plans to reverse childhood obesity rates with support at school, in the playground and at home Package of measures, including restrictions on junk food […]