Richard Desmond drops part of his claim in National Lottery dispute as £1.3bn trial approaches

Businessman Richard Desmond has withdrawn part of his £1.3 billion legal challenge against the Gambling Commission over the awarding of the fourth National Lottery licence, just months before the case heads to trial in October. Desmond’s companies, Northern & Shell and The New Lottery Company, are suing the Commission over claims that the bidding process … Read more

Payday for George Osborne as Robey Warshaw sold to Evercore for £146 million

Robey Warshaw, the elite London advisory boutique that counts former chancellor George Osborne among its five partners, has been acquired by Evercore, the US investment banking giant, in a £146 million cash and shares deal. The acquisition marks a significant payday for Osborne and his fellow partners at the firm’s Mayfair headquarters, though the precise … Read more

A Commitment to Care, Connection, and Integrity

Where Ethical Practices Shape Every Step—And Every Relationship In a space where the focus often falls on features and litters, Lonestar Doodles leads with something deeper: integrity, trust, and a people-first philosophy. Based in Weatherford, Texas, Lonestar Doodles has quietly become a trusted name not just because of what they do—but because of how they … Read more

How SMEs Can Harness Consumer Data Analysis for Better Sales and Loyalty

For UK small and medium-sized enterprises, understanding what drives customer decisions is more crucial than ever. In a digital-first world, consumer data analysis has become the secret weapon for businesses aiming to boost sales and foster long-term loyalty. But how can SMEs, often with limited resources, make data work for them without getting lost in … Read more

Tips for Managing Your Gambling Budget

Gambling online can be fun and fast. But without a clear budget, it can also lead to stress. Smart players know that money management is just as important as strategy or luck. A good budget keeps things under control. It protects you from chasing losses and helps you enjoy the game. Below are simple, tested … Read more

Bringing the ‘Future Ready’ Strategy to Life Across Public Sector and Social Impact Projects

In 2025, Atos UK&I has taken significant steps to demonstrate how its Future Ready strategy is not just a vision, but a practical framework driving public sector transformation and social impact. Through projects in justice, sport, healthcare, and environmental services, Atos is applying its core strengths – spanning end-to-end IT delivery, AI-driven engineering, cybersecurity by … Read more

Building Loyalty Through Smarter Support Partnerships

Subscription revenue is sweet only when it sticks. Every churned account wipes out months of marketing spend, sales calls, and onboarding effort. Yet many SaaS companies still treat customer support as a back‑office chore rather than the loyalty engine it can become. The smartest brands flip that script by forming specialized support partnerships—alliances that give … Read more

Landmark Supreme Court ruling rejects Uber’s attempt to impose VAT on all private hire fares

The UK Supreme Court has ruled against Uber in a long-running legal battle that could have forced all private hire operators in England and Wales to charge VAT, a move that industry bodies had warned would lead to “seismic consequences” for businesses and passengers alike. The case, brought by Liverpool-based DELTA Taxis and supported by … Read more