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Geometric Power boss calls for realistic gas pricing, cost-reflective tariffs
Eagle Online
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July 25, 2025
Prof. Barth Nnaji, Chairman of Geometric Power, has urged the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) and Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) to address the widening gap between the regulated...
British Gas owner Centrica sees profits slump as households switch off heating and energy prices fall
This Is Money
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July 24, 2025
British Gas owner's profits almost halve from £1bn to £549m in first half By HELEN KIRRANE Updated: 05:50 EDT, 24 July 2025 British Gas owner Centrica saw profits take a tumble in the first half as it faced warmer weather and lower wholesale...
‘Double-edged sword for marine energy sector’: UK releases Allocation Round 7 notices
Offshore Energy
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July 25, 2025
The UK’s Department for Energy Security and Net Zero has issued the statutory notices for Allocation Round 7 (AR7) and Allocation Round 7a (AR7a) on July 23, 2025, confirming changes to pricing and contract structure under the Contracts for...
Britain's AI datacenter plans face energy, planning, investment challenges
The Register
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Significant hurdles stand in the way of the UK government's push to become a global AI superpower, including energy constraints, planning difficulties and the datacenter investment required for it all. Meanwhile, the wider EMEA bitbarn market is...
Trump Heads to Scotland for Diplomacy, Golf
News Central TV
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July 25, 2025
US President Donald Trump was scheduled to arrive in Scotland on Friday for a combination of diplomatic, business, and leisure activities, accompanied by a large security presence and planned protests near his family-owned golf resorts. The...
UK-India trade deal biggest and most economically significant since Brexit, says Starmer
The Guardian
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July 24, 2025
UK-India trade deal biggest since Brexit, says StarmerKeir Starmer said the UK-India agreement was “the biggest and most economically significant” trade deal Britain has made since Brexit. The prime minister said: “Look, we both know this is the...
The UK is installing solar panels at record levels — here's how lawmakers ushered in a new solar era
The Cool Down - Oregon
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July 25, 2025
It's one of the smartest, most efficient ways to reduce your home's electricity costs and protect against future rate hikes. by Zachary EhrmannJuly 25, 2025 At-home solar is booming across the United Kingdom — and it's about to get even easier for...
BP abandons green hydrogen project in Australia in shift towards oil and gas
Hellenic Shipping News
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July 24, 2025
BP, will exit its planned green hydrogen production facility in Australia as the British energy major pivots back to oil and gas, a spokesperson said on Thursday. The company has informed its partners in the Australian Renewable Energy Hub (AREH)...
6 money decisions to make in your 50s to 'maximise' your income
Birmingham Live
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July 27, 2025
It's important to get your financial affairs in order and your 50s could be the best time to do it. Although retirement can feel like a long way off, life can speed by without you realising it and it’s best to be financially prepared. Matthew...
UK billionaire declares ‘Britain has gone to hell,’ lists $337m London estate on sale and moves to Dubai
The Times of India
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The UK abolished the non-dom tax status in April, prompting a record number of billionaires, including Fredriksen, to leave/ image: Source: Jeff Gilbert/Alamy Stock Photo via Llyod's List TL;DR UK billionaire John Fredriksen is leaving Britain due...
£30 Million To Decarbonise Shipping, Boost Careers And Deliver Growth Across The UK
Hellenic Shipping News
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July 24, 2025
Coastal communities across the UK are to benefit from £30 million funding to decarbonise shipping and power up local economies the Maritime Minister will announce today (24 July 2025) during a visit to Clydeport in Glasgow. Awarded from the sixth...
No billionaire should treat Scotland like a playground, not even Trump
LBC
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25 July 2025, 11:04 No billionaire should treat Scotland like a playground, not even Trump. Picture: Alamy By Patrick Harvie MSP The eyes of the world will once again be on Scotland when the convicted criminal and President of the United States...
Samaritans closures show brutal reality of financial crisis for UK charities
The Guardian
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July 25, 2025
A week ago the voluntary sector was being love-bombed by ministers at launch of the civil society covenant, an agreement designed to cement the role of charities in the government’s economic growth plans and social renewal mission At one level, it...
Trade on agenda as Trump lands in Scotland for diplomacy and golf
KPC Media Group - Indiana
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US President Donald Trump landed in Scotland on Friday for a five-day visit set to mix diplomacy, business and leisure, as a huge UK security operation swung into place amid planned protests near his family-owned golf resorts. The president, whose...
Britain and India sign free trade pact during Modi visit
Zawya
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Britain and India signed a free trade agreement on Thursday during a visit by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, sealing a deal to cut tariffs on goods from textiles to whisky and cars and allow more market access for businesses. The two...
Wales' biggest police force plans to build a solar farm at its headquarters
Wales Online
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July 24, 2025
The largest police force in Wales wants to develop a solar farm at its own headquarters just a mile from a town centre. Dyfed-Powys Police is the largest geographical police area in England and Wales, covering 4,188 square miles over the four...
UK urged to grasp opportunity to become leader in deploying grid blackout-prevention tech
New Civil Engineer
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July 24, 2025
The UK has been urged to take a leadership role in deploying solid state-transformers (SSTs) which could help reduce electricity grid blackouts and make more efficient use of renewables. That is according to the conclusions of a report from the...
All we know as British Gas calls for 'ban'
Leicestershire Live
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July 25, 2025
British Gas has called for a ban on Octopus Energy from acquiring new customers, urging Ofgem and the current Labour Party government to take action. British Gas, along with its parent company Centrica, has appealed to Ofgem to enforce a...
Classic British meal is named the worst dish in the world for your health
Daily Mail
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July 25, 2025
A full English breakfast has been named one of the worst meals for your health in a study ranking traditional dishes from around the world. The beloved UK dish was ranked against the likes of Turkey's döner kebab and America's cheeseburger and...
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UK government boosts strike prices for AR7 auction
Windpower Monthly
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July 24, 2025
The UK government is raising its guaranteed strike prices for onshore and offshore wind in the next renewable energy auction round (AR7), which is due to open for bids next month. by Orlando Jenkinson