business
Former chancellor George Osborne joins OpenAI
Osborne said it was a privilege to become managing director of OpenAI for Countries based in London. Source link
Employment Rights Bill clears last parliamentary hurdle
Business Secretary Peter Kyle he was “delighted” the bill had completed its passage through the House of Lords. Source link
EU waters down plans to end new petrol and diesel car sales by 2035
Carmakers, particularly in Germany, have lobbied heavily for concessions to the planned rules. Source link
Sunak defends Covid loan scheme over excessive fraud claims
Critics say Bounce Back Loans were vulnerable to fraud, but Sunak cited need for speedy rollout Source link
UK unemployment rate rises slightly to 5.1%
Unemployment rises slightly as job vacancies flatline in a “subdued labour market” Source link
Empty shelves fill food hub volunteers with dread
The Cheylesmore Food Hub are appealing for donations in the winter months due to empty shelves. Source link
Nissan begins building new Leaf in UK
Business Secretary Peter Kyle says “Nissan’s investment is a major commitment to the North East”. Source link
Ben & Jerry's row deepens as three board members removed
One co-founder called it a “blatant power grab” designed to strip the board of its independence. Source link
Meet the biggest heat pumps in the world
Across Europe huge heat pumps are being installed that can heat tens of thousands of homes. Source link
Thousands of drivers wrongly fined for speeding since 2021
An anomaly identified by National Highways caused thousands of incorrect speed camera activations. Source link