Britain will find ‘common ground’ with US on energy policy, says Miliband
Energy secretary says countries must work together during conference at which US delegate called net zero ‘dangerous’
Reeves holds ‘positive and upbeat’ trade talks with Bessent
Chancellor discusses ‘prosperity deal’ with Treasury secretary Scott Bessent but US calls for reduced tariffs on car imports to UK
Starmer and Reeves try to ride three horses with US, EU and China trade ties
The UK is being dragged in opposing directions by international forces in its quest for growth
Wood-burning stoves to be allowed in new homes in England despite concerns
Campaigners condemn decision amid growing evidence of harm to health and climate from heating appliances
Ofcom announces new rules for tech firms to keep children safe online
Companies will be legally required to block children’s access to harmful content under UK’s Online Safety Act or face large fines
Labour’s great nature sellout is the worst attack on England’s ecosystems I’ve seen in my lifetime
The horrifying planning bill, which rips up environmental protections, was drafted with CEOs in mind. We know because Keir Starmer told us, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot
Thursday briefing: Rachel Reeves heads to Washington in pursuit of a trade deal – will she get one?
In today’s newsletter: The chancellor faces a pivotal moment in the US as she navigates high-stakes negotiations with the Trump administration
UK seeks global green investors with windfarm cash and planning policies
Government is ‘setting up conversations’ as companies arrive in London for clean energy summit
Rachel Reeves dashes hopes of early breakthrough in UK-US trade deal
Chancellor says UK is ‘not going to rush a deal’ and rejects new US demands on agricultural products
Rachel Reeves looks at ending zero tax regime for low-value imports
Chancellor reviewing rule that lets foreign retailers such as Amazon and Shein pay no duty on items costing under £135
Government pauses plans to ease slot machine rules across Great Britain
Fast-growing AGC sector ‘frustrated’ by decision to shelve relaxation of ‘80/20’ regulations
British Steel halts redundancy plans after government rescue
Union welcomes announcement company is closing consultation on laying off up to 2,700 Scunthorpe workers
Reeves to make case for free global trade at Washington IMF talks
Officials say UK faces a ‘new economic reality’, but chancellor will not strike US deal at any cost
UK set to ramp up weapons production to reduce reliance on US and French imports
Defence secretary says lessons from Ukraine highlight need for homegrown supply chain
The Guardian view on City deregulation: a recipe for recklessness
Editorial: The Treasury seems to think relaxing financial rules will boost growth. There’s little evidence for this idea – and every reason to believe it could exacerbate risks