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Analysis
The British Working Class: A History of Labour, Struggle and Solidarity
The story of how ordinary British workers organised, fought, and gradually transformed the conditions of their lives — a
Analysis
Why Britain's Productivity Has Flatlined for 15 Years — and What Would Fix It
No challenge is more central to Britain's long-term prosperity than its chronic productivity weakness. National Herald's
Business
London vs Manchester: The Battle for Britain's Second Business Capital
As major companies expand or relocate to Manchester, National Herald examines whether the Northern city is genuinely cha
Economy
The UK Jobs Market in 2025: Which Sectors Are Hiring and Which Are Cutting
Employment data tells a complex story — record vacancies in some sectors, redundancies in others. National Herald maps t
Business
Britain's Defence Industry Renaissance: £10bn in New Orders and Growing
From drone technology to naval vessels, UK defence manufacturing is experiencing its strongest period in thirty years.
Business
The Great British Manufacturing Revival: Which Industries Are Leading It
Against the narrative of deindustrialisation, several British manufacturing sectors are growing strongly. National Heral
Analysis
Artificial Intelligence and the Future of British Work
AI will transform the labour market — but history suggests the transition will be managed, not catastrophic.
Economy
Britain's Productivity Problem: Why We've Failed and How to Fix It
UK productivity has grown more slowly than almost every comparable economy for 15 years. The diagnosis is clear — the cu
Business
UK Small Business Grants 2026: Free Funding Available Right Now
Unlike loans, grants do not need to be repaid. Here are the main grants available to UK small businesses in 2026.
Economy
Britain's Productivity Puzzle: Why We Work More and Earn Less Than Our Rivals
UK productivity has flatlined for fifteen years. Fixing it is the only route to sustainable growth.
Analysis
Future of Work UK 2026: Which Jobs Are Safe From AI and Which Are at Risk
AI is reshaping the UK labour market faster than expected. Here is which jobs are most at risk and which skills remain m
Politics
Devolution in England: What the New Mayors Are Actually Doing
England now has more directly elected mayors than at any point in its history. We examine what powers they actually hold
Economy
Green Growth: The Industries That Could Define Britain's Next Decade
From offshore wind to green hydrogen, the UK has genuine competitive advantages in the clean energy transition.
Analysis
Net Zero by 2050: The Real Costs, the Real Benefits, and Who Will Pay
Britain has committed to net zero. But the path there is more complex and more expensive than either its advocates or op
Opinion
Opinion: Britain Needs a Grown-Up Conversation About Immigration
The debate about immigration in Britain has been captured by extremes. The centre ground — where most evidence and most
UK News
The NHS Staffing Crisis: Facts, Myths, and What Would Actually Help
Britain's health service employs more people than ever but cannot retain or deploy them effectively.
Business
The Skills Gap: Why British Businesses Cannot Find the Workers They Need
An in-depth National Herald investigation into the skills gap.