Marks & Spencer (M&S) has announced a new partnership with Monaghan-based Connolly’s Eggs, a leading Free-Range producer, strengthening their commitment to supporting Irish producers and the local economy.

Family owned and run Mediterranean food specialist, Dina Foods, has secured a nationwide listing with Ocado Retail, further expanding the reach of its authentic bakery and confectionery products.

In towns and cities across the United Kingdom, from bustling high streets to rolling rural communities, family businesses quietly power the economy, sustain communities and embody values that often feel lost in today’s fast paced corporate world. These enterprises are more than commercial endeavours; they are legacies, emotional investments and living stories of generations working together toward a shared purpose. Whether it’s a third generation bakery in Yorkshire, a bespok

More than two thirds of senior decision-makers within UK businesses experience work-related stress on a weekly basis, with concerns about remaining relevant and competent commonplace, according to new research by Alliance Manchester Business School (AMBS).

Manufacturing output volumes fell in the three months to March, at a faster pace than in February – according to the CBI’s latest Industrial Trends Survey (ITS).

The UK economy unexpectedly failed to grow in January, ahead of the outbreak of the Iran war. Official figures revealed zero growth for the month – a much weaker figure than had been predicted and followed sluggish growth of 0.1% in December.

Manufacturing output volumes fell in the three months to February, though at a slower pace than in January – according to the CBI’s latest Industrial Trends Survey (ITS). Manufacturers expect volumes to decline at a similar pace in the three months to May.

Rathbones, one of the UK’s leading wealth and asset management groups, previews the Spring Statement (on 3 March 2026), setting out what it could mean for the UK economy and personal finances.

Leadership misalignment and a culture of risk aversion are holding back responsiveness of UK businesses, according to latest research from Menzies LLP.

Manufacturing output volumes fell in the three months to February, though at a slower pace than in January – according to the CBI’s latest Industrial Trends Survey (ITS).

UK finance teams are at a critical crossroads, with demand for specialist talent accelerating faster than the function can modernise

Mars Food & Nutrition is pleased to announce the appointment of Tim Mooney as General Manager for UK & Ireland, effective February 2nd, 2026. Mooney enters the role with over 25 years of UK and Global CPG & retail experience. His distinguished career includes leadership positions at Sainsbury’s, Safeway, Danone, GSK, and Mars, where he has excelled in customer, category, and commercial strategy roles. Since joining Mars Inc’s Global Customer Team in 2020, he has led global cu

UK consumers are the most likely to think that fraud will become a bigger issue for banks and insurers in the next five years, compared to other European countries. The new findings from CRIF, Europe’s leading provider of consumer and credit information, shows that four in five Brits (84%) expect the scale of fraud to become an even bigger issue between now and 2030, with the level of expectation higher than in Germany (80%), France (77%), Italy (76%), and Poland (76%). Brits

New research from international recruitment firm, Robert Half, has revealed that nearly half (45%) of UK employers are planning to increase permanent headcount in their IT & Technology functions before the end of 2025. A further 36% are investing in contract professionals to maintain agility and address critical skills shortages in the function, with cybersecurity driving much of the demand. The findings, part of Robert Half’s latest Hiring Intentions data, show that while AI

As the UK celebrates 50 years of its favourite furry recycling environmentalists, namely the Wombles of Wimbledon common, a family firm based in Newtownabbey is also making use of the things discarded by society, namely recycled plastic. Since 1998 Environmental Street Furniture (ESF) has been creating treasure by recycling plastics and designing and manufacturing furniture for outdoor spaces. From litter bins to high tech security solutions ESF provides bespoke, innovative,

Canterbury reveals the new Irish home and alternate jerseys that will be worn by the team at the upcoming Rugby World Cup. Canterbury, the official kit partner to Irish Rugby , reveals the highly anticipated new Irish home and alternate jerseys that will be worn by the team at the upcoming Rugby World Cup in France this autumn. Boasting VapoDri+ adaptive and quick-drying technology, a bonded, elastic and flatlocked collar for strength, laser-cut holes for breathability, sil

Our family business friends in Northern Ireland at Environmental Street Furniture (‘ESF’) have released a corporate video, showcasing their products and proudly shouting about being a family business too. As Alan Lowry, Managing Director at ESF explains, “Over lockdown we have taken the opportunity to rebrand the company to really highlight all that we do. As part of this process we have produced our first corporate video, showcasing the amazing projects we have been deliveri