The government has announced it has signed a new partnership with Wayve, a British company that is developing self-driving vehicle technologies.
The partnership will focus on shared research that will support the ongoing development and deployment of automated vehicles.
It is hoped that the partnership will act as a catalyst for new investment, skilled jobs and long-term growth across the UK car industry.
A Memorandum of Understanding sets out how the Department for Business and Trade and Wayve will collaborate on research helping to take self-driving vehicles from prototypes through to commercial reality.
The Apprenticeship Levy has undergone its biggest overhaul since its introduction, with major changes taking effect from 1 August 2026. For Small to Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs), the most significant development is the expansion of what levy funds can be used for under the new Growth and Skills Levy. This expansion comes alongside tighter funding rules, making planning more important than ever.
The Chancellor, John Healey, has given a number of speeches explaining how he intends to boost growth, reduce red tape and maintain fiscal responsibility.
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