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UK bans junk food ads to fight childhood obesity

The United Kingdom on Monday introduced a nationwide ban on junk food advertising on TV and online, aiming to combat rising childhood obesity. Under the new regulations, foods and drinks high in fat, salt, and sugar (HFSS) are prohibited from being advertised on television before 9 p.m. and from being promoted through paid online ads […]

Business

UK, US strike landmark tech deal as Trump visits

Britain and the United States have signed a major technology agreement set to inject billions of pounds into the UK economy, coinciding with President Donald Trump’s second state visit. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer hailed the deal as “a general step change” in UK-US relations, promising “growth, security and opportunity across the country.” The “tech […]

UK job vacancies drop 23%, signaling economic slowdown
Aviation

UK travelers warned as poland faces heightened security threats

The United Kingdom Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office has issued an urgent travel advisory for Poland following rising security risks linked to Russian military activity near the Ukrainian border. The advisory warns British nationals of potential disruptions, including flight cancellations and heightened security measures, and urges travelers to follow official guidance. Poland has temporarily closed […]

Aviation

UK air travel restored amid major glitch at control centre

Flights have resumed in the United Kingdom following major disruption caused by an air traffic control issue. The National Air Traffic Service said the fault occurred at 4:05 p.m. at its Swanwick control centre and was resolved within 20 minutes., according to Sky News. The agency has apologised for the incident. “This was a radar-related […]

Transportation

UK, Germany to launch direct London-Berlin train route

The United Kingdom and Germany have signed a historic bilateral agreement to introduce a direct high-speed rail link between major cities in both countries, in a move set to redefine European cross-border travel by the early 2030s. The deal, known as the Kensington Treaty, was formalized on July 17 during German Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s first […]

UK job vacancies drop 23%, signaling economic slowdown
Business

Nigeria retains 99% duty-free access to UK market

The United Kingdom has reaffirmed Nigeria’s eligibility for duty-free access on 99% of its exports under the Developing Countries Trading Scheme, a post-Brexit initiative designed to strengthen trade with developing nations. The reassurance comes amid rising global trade tensions following the United States’ recent imposition of broad tariffs. In a statement released Friday, the British […]

UK job vacancies drop 23%, signaling economic slowdown
Business

British High Commission praises UK-Nigeria collaboration 

The British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Dr. Richard Montgomery, has praised the collaborative efforts between the UK and Nigerian governments in boosting Nigeria’s education system. This partnership has led to the opening of Charterhouse Lagos School, a $15 million investment located in the upscale Lekki area of Lagos. The school spans 70 hectares (around 150 […]

News

UK-Nigeria ties expands with new creative industries working group

The United Kingdom and Nigeria have officially launched the Creative Industries Technical Working Group, a significant advancement in the UK-Nigeria Enhanced Trade and Investment Partnership. This initiative aims to strengthen bilateral relations and establish a solid foundation for growth in the creative sectors of both countries. The launch of the Creative Industries Technical Working Group, […]

UK court to hear case against shell over oil pollution
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UK court to hear case against shell over oil pollution

The UK High Court will begin hearings on February 13 in a landmark legal battle between Shell and the Ogale and Bille communities of Rivers State, Nigeria. The case, centered on oil pollution in the Niger Delta, marks a significant step in the decade-long fight for corporate accountability. The affected communities claim that Shell’s operations […]

UK job vacancies drop 23%, signaling economic slowdown
News

UK not part of US trade problems – Finance minister

The United Kingdom’s finance minister said on Wednesday that the country is “not part of the problem” regarding the “persistent” trade deficits that President Donald Trump seeks to address. Trump has focused on addressing the trade imbalances the U.S. faces with various countries, seeking to reduce deficits that he views as detrimental to the American […]

UK job vacancies drop 23%, signaling economic slowdown
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UK economy shrinks in October, GDP falls 0.1%

The United Kingdom economy unexpectedly contracted in October, with Gross Domestic Product falling by 0.1%, according to the Office for National Statistics on Friday. The decline was attributed to a drop in production output. Economists surveyed by Reuters had forecast a 0.1% increase in GDP for the month. This marks the U.K.’s second consecutive economic […]