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Richard Branson says UK must ‘make it easier’ to be an entrepreneur

Sir Richard Branson has called on policy makers to do more to support and “champion” British entrepreneurs. The founder of Virgin Group, who launched his iconic business selling records in 1970, said the UK must go further to create an environment where entrepreneurs want to set up and run a business. Writing in City AM, [...]

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Mega deals push SEA tech funding to 12-month high in July 2026

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