Young brass quintet blow their trumpets for north London festivalAccess to music education is increasingly restricted to those who can afford it, complicating paths for emerging musicians.
British tourists banned from bringing meat and cheese back from EuropeBritish tourists are banned from bringing meat and dairy products back from Europe to protect UK farmers from foot and mouth disease.
'Brexit multiplied' as tariffs threaten 950 Irish exporters to USUS tariffs will cause severe impacts on Irish businesses, potentially more damaging than Brexit.Over 950 Irish companies export to the US, revealing the scale of exposure to new tariffs.
fromIrish Independent1 month agoTrump tariffs slowing global growth - OECD issues stark assessmentEscalating trade disputes are triggering a global economic slowdown affecting Ireland's key export markets.
Two Petersham restaurants in Covent Garden have been forced to closePetersham Nurseries' Covent Garden locations, La Goccia and The Petersham, closed after six years due to financial difficulties and recruitment challenges.
'We're so, so sad' - Dundalk cafe that welcomed US president Joe Biden announces closure due to rising costsThe hospitality industry faces insurmountable challenges, leading McAteers The Foodhouse to close after 15 years due to unsustainable financial pressures.
Two Petersham restaurants in Covent Garden have been forced to closePetersham Nurseries' Covent Garden locations, La Goccia and The Petersham, closed after six years due to financial difficulties and recruitment challenges.
'We're so, so sad' - Dundalk cafe that welcomed US president Joe Biden announces closure due to rising costsThe hospitality industry faces insurmountable challenges, leading McAteers The Foodhouse to close after 15 years due to unsustainable financial pressures.
Birth rights, benefits, and the price of glasses: 6 essential articles for life in FranceBeing born in France does not guarantee residency rights for life.Property purchases by Britons in France show a notable presence despite post-Brexit challenges.
Reeves' drive for growth seeks China lifeline after UK market turmoilThe UK aims for a respectful relationship with China while seeking economic growth through pragmatic trade opportunities.
First step on Starmer's reset with Europe | LettersStarmer's visit indicates a desire for improved UK-EU relations through a substantive new treaty addressing various strategic areas.
Reeves' drive for growth seeks China lifeline after UK market turmoilThe UK aims for a respectful relationship with China while seeking economic growth through pragmatic trade opportunities.
First step on Starmer's reset with Europe | LettersStarmer's visit indicates a desire for improved UK-EU relations through a substantive new treaty addressing various strategic areas.
Brexit problem': UK tap water safety at risk after testing labs shut downThe safety of tap water in the UK is jeopardized by the lack of testing laboratories for water treatment chemicals, a fallout from Brexit.
UK art imports fall 16% for second year in a row as Hong Kong picks up slackThe UK's art market is declining significantly post-Brexit, prompting calls for trade procedure simplification.
Tax changes in budget last straw for UK farmers after years of being squeezed'Farmers are protesting against recent inheritance tax changes and ongoing struggles from policy shifts, rising costs, and climate challenges.
Thousands of UK farmers protest against inheritance tax hikeThe UK's planned inheritance tax increase threatens family farms, prompting widespread protest from farmers citing it undermines food security.
Tax changes in budget last straw for UK farmers after years of being squeezed'Farmers are protesting against recent inheritance tax changes and ongoing struggles from policy shifts, rising costs, and climate challenges.
Thousands of UK farmers protest against inheritance tax hikeThe UK's planned inheritance tax increase threatens family farms, prompting widespread protest from farmers citing it undermines food security.
Budget 2024 live: Rachel Reeves admits tax rises will impact wage growth for workersLabour's tax increases violate their pledge, leading to hardship for ordinary families, warns Jeremy Hunt.
Scheme to boost French school trips to Britain at risk' under new UK entry rulesThe UK new electronic travel authorisation scheme threatens French school trips, complicating a recent agreement to facilitate travel for students.
Pride for UK arts remains strong amid changing attitudes to history, finds surveyPublic pride in the UK's arts remains strong, contrasting with a significant decline in pride for its history over the past decade.
Scheme to boost French school trips to Britain at risk' under new UK entry rulesThe UK new electronic travel authorisation scheme threatens French school trips, complicating a recent agreement to facilitate travel for students.
Pride for UK arts remains strong amid changing attitudes to history, finds surveyPublic pride in the UK's arts remains strong, contrasting with a significant decline in pride for its history over the past decade.
Running an art school in London is not easy, but in The Art Academy the capital at last has a space that breaks the mouldThe Art Academy opens a new campus emphasizing community integration and inclusive education amid challenges like Brexit and economic viability.
Germany and France call for Europe-wide deal with UK on migrationGermany and France advocate for a new migration deal with the UK, emphasizing collaboration post-Brexit.Brexit has disrupted migration policies, necessitating urgent dialogue with the UK.
Labour must scrap salary threshold for skilled migrants to save UK hospitality - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comThe UK hospitality sector faces a severe staffing crisis due to raised salary thresholds for skilled migrant workers, necessitating urgent government policy reversal.
Germany and France call for Europe-wide deal with UK on migrationGermany and France advocate for a new migration deal with the UK, emphasizing collaboration post-Brexit.Brexit has disrupted migration policies, necessitating urgent dialogue with the UK.
Labour must scrap salary threshold for skilled migrants to save UK hospitality - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comThe UK hospitality sector faces a severe staffing crisis due to raised salary thresholds for skilled migrant workers, necessitating urgent government policy reversal.
A brief history of English football's unlikeliest European exportsTransfers from lower leagues to top European clubs can be complicated and fraught with challenges, such as work permit issues and personal struggles.
UK public proud of the arts above all else-even sport-study saysPublic pride in British arts remains strong despite a general decline in national pride, particularly regarding history.
EU states working on fresh proposal for youth mobility scheme with UKEU member states are developing a youth mobility scheme with the UK to enhance exchanges and reset relations post-Brexit.
Confined to this little island': Britons criticise rejection of EU youth mobility dealThe article discusses the dismissal of a proposal to reintroduce freedom of movement for young people between the EU and the UK, highlighting potential benefits for various sectors.
EU states working on fresh proposal for youth mobility scheme with UKEU member states are developing a youth mobility scheme with the UK to enhance exchanges and reset relations post-Brexit.
Confined to this little island': Britons criticise rejection of EU youth mobility dealThe article discusses the dismissal of a proposal to reintroduce freedom of movement for young people between the EU and the UK, highlighting potential benefits for various sectors.
Dover boss warns increased post-Brexit red tape could snarl up port by EasterPost-Brexit checks may severely delay operations at the Port of Dover, impacting ferry travel beyond Easter next year.
Do British passports get stamped in Europe? How EU travel works for BritsBritish travellers to EU face changes post-Brexit, with passport stamping set to end in November 2024.
French growth picks up, boosting hopes eurozone technical recession is over business liveEurozone economy likely to show growth in Q1, inflation stable, potential for ECB rate cuts if needed.
Labour might be a racing certainty, but it faces some big hurdles in governmentIt's important to consider all factors, even beyond poll numbers, when predicting election outcomes.
Almost half of UK adults struggling to get prescription drugs amid shortagesShortages in medication availability in the UK have risen sharply, with almost half of adults struggling to obtain prescribed drugs, primarily blaming Brexit for the situation.