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Eleanor has covered UK corporate affairs for almost 15 years, first at the Financial Times and later as a contributing editor for City A.M. A graduate of the London School of Economics, she focuses on company expansions, M&A activity, and how government policy shapes British enterprise. Based in London, she is known for straight, data-led reporting and for explaining complex regulatory changes without jargon. At British Business Review she leads coverage of major company announcements and their wider economic context.

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Economy

UK Services Growth Strengthens in August as Business Confidence Improves

Britain’s private-sector economy gathered a little more momentum in August, with stronger services activity offsetting a cooler manufacturing performance and offering fresh evidence...

Westminster Palace and the UK Parliament in London
Economy

UK Business Support: Burnham Signals More Help Ahead of Autumn Budget

UK business support remains on the government’s agenda as Prime Minister Andy Burnham prepares for the autumn Budget while acknowledging limited room for...

London skyline and financial district beside the River Thames
Companies

Flutter London Delisting Moves Trading to New York

Flutter London delisting has moved the betting and gaming group’s public trading entirely to New York, completing a multi-year shift in the company’s...

The Evolution of the Tequila Market in the UK Hospitality Sector
CompaniesEconomyFinance

UK Tequila Market: What Hospitality Operators Need to Watch

UK tequila market interest has moved the category beyond the traditional nightclub shot and into premium cocktail menus, specialist retail and higher-end hospitality....

Bank of England and modern skyscrapers in London’s financial district
EconomyFinance

PRA Fine for HDI Global Highlights Reporting Control Failures

PRA fine action against HDI Global SE has highlighted the operational risk created by weak regulatory-reporting controls. The Prudential Regulation Authority imposed a...

Major Lenders Pivot Strategy to Support Regional Devolution Agenda
EconomyFinance

UK Banks Back Regional Growth with New Lending Commitments

UK banks regional growth strategies are becoming more visible as major lenders commit new capital to businesses and infrastructure outside London. UK Banks...

Jamie Dimon faces parliamentary scrutiny over Epstein associations
EconomyFinance

Jamie Dimon faces parliamentary scrutiny over Epstein associations

US Senator Elizabeth Warren has formally requested that JPMorgan Chase Chief Executive Jamie Dimon clarify the extent of his institution's past dealings with...

EasyJet Faces Takeover Interest from Apollo Global Management
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EasyJet Faces Takeover Interest from Apollo Global Management

EasyJet has confirmed that it is currently evaluating a surprise acquisition proposal from US-based investment firm Apollo Global Management. This development follows a...

Regulatory Review: June 2026 UK Money Markets Code Proceedings
EconomyFinance

Regulatory Review: June 2026 UK Money Markets Code Proceedings

The Money Markets Committee (MMC) has released its official minutes from the June 2026 session, outlining the latest discussions regarding the operational integrity...