UK morning business news with Alice & Lewis

The Rise of European AI: Capital Flows and Startups
Explore how European AI funds are investing in US tech giants while fostering local innovation.

The Future of Personal Touch: Handwrytten's Robot-Handwritten Notes
Discover how Handwrytten uses robots and AI to create convincing handwritten notes that stand out in a digital world.

Rachel Reeves: Resilience and Leadership in the Spotlight
Rachel Reeves, the UK Chancellor, shows her commitment and resilience after a public emotional moment during PMQs.

Car Insurance Costs Drop: What's Behind the Relief for UK Drivers?
Discover why car insurance premiums in the UK have dropped by 20% and how drivers, including young motorists, are benefiting from this unexpected relief.

TaxAssist's Resourcing Revolution: Scaling Accountancy Practices with Strategic Solutions
Discover how TaxAssist Accountants is transforming recruitment challenges with their new resourcing solution, enabling over 400 practices to scale efficiently and maintain high service standards.

Pothole Perils: Navigating the Financial and Legal Impacts on Drivers
Discover how potholes are costing drivers big and what you can do to claim for damages.

The Right to Protest: A New Campaign Shakes the UK
In today's episode, Alice and Lewis explore a groundbreaking campaign by major environmental and human rights groups using digital billboards to defend the right to protest in the UK.

Iceland's Broken Cage-Free Egg Promise: What's Next for Animal Welfare?
Iceland, the supermarket giant, has backtracked on its decade-old pledge to switch to cage-free eggs by 2025. What's driving this reversal, and what does it mean for animal welfare and consumers? Tune in to find out.

Labour's Crossroads: Challenges for the UK Government a Year In
As the Labour government enters its second year, we explore the challenges they face, from NHS reform to internal party strife and the rise of the populist right.

Limpet Mine Attacks on Oil Tankers: A Deep Dive into Maritime Sabotage
A series of mysterious limpet mine attacks on oil tankers has sent shockwaves through the shipping sector, sparking speculation about state-backed sabotage. With five vessels targeted this year, including the recent incident involving the Greek-owned Vilamoura, we explore the potential culprits, including Ukraine, and the implications for global shipping.

Leadership Under Pressure: Decoding Keir Starmer's Crisis Management
How does a leader maintain composure in a moment of physical embarrassment? Alice and Lewis analyze the calculated body language of Keir Starmer.

Navigating Climate Policy and Industrial Competitiveness: The EU's Carbon Border Tax Challenge
The EU's new carbon border tax plan and its impact on heavy industries like steel and cement, as they balance climate targets with economic competitiveness.