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(IN BRIEF) Barclays has entered into a collaboration with ExpectAI to explore how artificial intelligence can help UK small and medium-sized businesses improve profitability while advancing sustainability goals. From early 2026, Barclays will test ExpectAI’s Una platform, which uses AI … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) A new University of Southampton–led human challenge trial has shown that BPZE1, a nasal spray vaccine for whooping cough, can prevent the bacteria from colonising the nose and throat — a first for any whooping cough vaccine. Conducted … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) The Institute of Cancer Research, London, has announced the launch of the £42 million TRANSFORM trial, the UK’s largest prostate cancer screening study in more than 20 years. The first men have now been invited by their GPs … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Co-op has strengthened its national apprenticeship support by announcing a £70 million investment in its Levy Share service on 21 November 2025, aimed at creating 7,000 matched apprenticeships by 2030. This expanded commitment comes at a time when … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Roche has announced new data at the Euretina Congress in Paris from its AVONELLE-X and SALWEEN studies of Vabysmo (faricimab), confirming the therapy’s strong long-term outcomes for patients with retinal diseases. The AVONELLE-X study, the largest long-term extension … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) The Scientific Robotics Academy at SAMS in Oban has launched a three-day course, Environmental Monitoring using Multi-Platform Technology (3–5 September), to train those responsible for environmental oversight—spanning land, coast and sea—in deploying robotic platforms and sensors. Backed by … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Barnet Council has obtained permission to build 130 council-owned Build-to-Rent homes at Bunns Lane, Mill Hill—50 percent of which will be affordable. Partnering with Aviva Capital Partners and developer Stories, the scheme includes public spaces, visitor parking, and … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Transport for London (TfL) is relaunching its Chatty Cabins initiative on the IFS Cloud Cable Car during Loneliness Awareness Week (9-13 June), inviting Londoners and visitors to engage in conversation while taking a 20-minute round-trip across the River … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) The National Wealth Fund has announced a significant financial guarantee of up to £400 million to support a series of new loans provided by NatWest Group for retrofitting social housing in the UK. The objective of this initiative … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) New research released during Credit Awareness Week reveals that British businesses face significant challenges from rising costs and economic uncertainty, with many turning to data and technology to enhance customer experience, streamline operations, and drive financial inclusion. The … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) As part of National Apprenticeship Week 2025, Transport for London (TfL) is launching a range of apprenticeship opportunities to help Londoners develop long-term careers in various sectors, including engineering, technology, data, and sustainability. Starting in September 2025, TfL … Read the full press release →