Brexit Reversal Debate: Andy Burnham says Brexit has “done more harm than good” and Britain could move back toward the EU, with options ranging from customs union/single market to “going all the way” and rejoining—an idea that could jolt sterling and business planning. Markets & Cost Pressure: A global bond sell-off pushed UK 30-year borrowing costs above 6% (highest since 1998), hitting homeowners and UK bank stocks as investors price higher-for-longer rates. Energy & Diesel Crunch: The US is pressing France and Germany to release emergency diesel reserves, warning an export ban could follow if Europe doesn’t act—raising fresh fuel-cost risk for UK firms and households. AI in Business & Research: A study suggests AI could help triage weaker UK grant proposals, while the science minister says the UK is “choking” on commercialising curiosity-driven research. Payments & Fintech Deals: Stripe agreed to buy small-business lender Parafin, and Nayax completed its $350m acquisition of IPS Group to expand smart parking payments across the UK and Ireland. UK Security: Counter-terror police arrested a dual UK-Iranian national over a suspected RAF Fairford plot, as investigations widen. Regulation & Consumer Trust: A briefing highlights hairdressing and barbering remain unregulated at practitioner level in the UK, with licensing voluntary. Manufacturing Skills Push: National Manufacturing Day opened doors at 130+ sites, spotlighting skills shortages and digital/AI investment.