Labour and the Conservatives both declined to take part despite being offered the opportunity. 

This is the Liberal Democrat candidate for South East England, Catherine Bearder, explaining her priorities if she returns to Brussels. 

First broadcast in two parts on Wednesday 22nd May 2019

Labour and the Conservatives both declined to take part despite being offered the opportunity.

This is The Brexit Party candidate for London, Ben Habib, describing his aims in this election.  

First broadcast in two parts on Tuesday 21st May 2019

Labour and the Conservatives both declined to take part despite being offered the opportunity.

This is Green Party candidate for the South East, Alexandra Phillips, describing what she’d want to focus on in Brussels. 

First broadcast in two parts on Monday 20th May 2019

First broadcast 15th March 2019

A global network of scientists calling themselves AIR are launching a publicly accessible index of car emissions, based on road tests in towns and cities.

It shows that a range of vehicles which have passed the stringent Euro 6 pollution standard are none the less pumping out a lot more nitrogen oxide into the air we breathe.

Speaking to Michael Wilson is AIR’s CEO, data expert Nick Molden.

First broadcast Jazz FM Breakfast 15th January 2019

Shinzo Abe is in the UK to discuss arrangements for the Rugby World Cup in Tokyo this year, but he’s also suggested he’ll be raising Brexit with the prime minister, and the importance of avoiding a No Deal outcome.

Ahead of the visit, Nick Howard speaks to Shinichi Eeda, minister of public diplomacy at the Embassy of Japan.

First broadcast 10th January 2019

First broadcast 3rd January 2019

The limit on so-called “standard variable tariffs”, which are the default for providers, is now £1,137.

The regulator says it’ll save 11 million people an average of £76 a year, but energy firms say its restrictive, and consumer groups are warning better deals for switchers are already disappearing as costs are expected to rise.

Joining Nick Howard is energy expert Rik Smith from Uswitch.

The industry group says the government’s post-Brexit migration plan contains some positive steps, but lower paid and lower skilled workers will be limited to 12 month visas.

It echoes similar comments from the hospitality and social care sectors, but to explain retailers’ concerns and what could be done, Michael Wilson speaks to the BRC’s employment and skills policy lead, Fionnuala Horrocks-Burns.

First broadcast 20th December 2018

Between them they review the accounts of 97 percent of the UK’s FTSE 350 firms, but from the collapse of Carillion to the pension scandal at BHS, and even forecasts for railway franchises and projects like HS2, their rubber stamp is being called into question.

Journalist Richard Brooks, author of Bean Counters, which examines the industry and why it needs to change, explains why these plans aren't enough

A sector report’s warning our food supply is threatened by climate change, over-farming the soil, and shifts in our eating habits.

It also says that although Brexit is a major challenge for firms, with uncertainty and higher prices, it’s also a distraction from global issues.

The research is from Prestige Purchasing, and Nick Howard speaks to chairman David Read.

Crude prices dropped 22 percent last month – the worst fall since the financial crisis, and long term member Qatar is signalling it’s leaving the club.

So, is OPEC over a barrel?

Nick Howard asks Independent Oil Market Analyst and Forbes contributor, Gaurav Sharma.

That’s according to the centre-left thinktank, the Institute for Public Policy Research, which is arguing the so-called Northern Powerhouse needs to move on from its initial focus on productivity and transport, investing in job creation and social structure.

The next phase must be “of the North, by the North, for the North” according to the report’s author Luke Raikes.

US President Trump and Chinese President Xi are in the middle of escalating trade tariffs and a battle of words, but their meeting at the G20 in Argentina’s closed with a 90 day truce.

To explain the significance, and how markets are reacting to the agreement, Michael Wilson speaks to Oanda’s Head of Trading Asia Steve Innes, live from Singapore.

First broadcast 3rd December 2018

Volkswagen is backing the scheme as it tries to clean up its image after its diesel emissions scandal.

Within three years, drivers will be able to use 7-kilowatt chargers for free, or pay for a rapid charge.

Nick Howard speak with Volkswagen UK board member Mike Orford.

First broadcast 30th November 2018

This is according to tech giant Cisco’s annual Visual Networking Index which is predicting an explosion of online streaming, connected services and new virtual and augmented reality technology, all of which will gobble up enormous amounts of data.

But what does it mean for the UK – can our infrastructure handle it, and are our businesses ready to adapt?

Nick Howard spoke to Cisco UK’s chief technology officer, Chintan Patel, who says we’ll have to prepare.

First broadcast 27th November 2018

Nick Howard speaks to Sam Wilkin, editor at MLEX., live in the Belgian capital.

First broadcast 26th November 2018

But legal experts say getting more time from the EU will likely need another election or a referendum.

Nick Howard asks Shadow Business Minister Bill Esterson to respond.

First Broadcast 16th November 2018

Cabinet ministers and backbenchers are voicing their concerns, and after a letter was leaked last week suggesting an Irish customs union would be in the divorce deal, the DUP are also threatening to vote down the prime minister’s deal.

Our Westminster correspondent Georgie Prodromou spoke to the DUP’s deputy leader and head of the Parliamentary Party, Nigel Dodds.

He says the DUP’s made their feeling clear.

First broadcast 12th November 2018

London’s seeing its worst year for closures in 28 years.

But a new report says that beneath the headlines, the eating out sector is in good health, with 56 billion pounds spent in the year to June.

According to NPD Group and Springboard UK, firms catering for quick service, and breakfasts in particular, are apparently behind the growth – Springboard’s Diane Wehrle joins Michael Wilson to explain what’s happening.

Although the Republicans have held onto a majority in the Senate - It could make things tougher for President Trump to pass laws

First broadcast 7th November 2018

Voters will be choosing senators and Representatives, as well as local officials, which could have big consequences for Donald Trump’s ability to get laws passed.

After weeks of volatility in US markets, the results are being closely watched by investors too.

But is the importance of the midterms being over stated?

Nick Howard asked New York-based Wall Street Journal reporter Akane Otani.

First broadcast 6th November 2018

They’ll be choosing state level and federal officials, including the whole house of Representatives and about a third of senators.

These Congressional posts could make things tough for President Trump if they swing to the Democrats, as it’ll make it tougher to pass new laws.

But is that what Americans want?

International marketing expert Allyson Stewart-Allen is an expert on US-UK business relations and the co-author of Working With Americans. Nick Howard speaks to her live in New York, where she says voters are keen to make their voices heard. 

First broadcast 5th November 2018

But Britain’s a long standing force to be reckoned with in the games industry, worth over 5 billion pounds.

But is that under threat from world economic uncertainty and Brexit?

Arthur Parsons is Head of Design at TT Games, which produces the long standing Lego series.

But consumer confidence has fallen, according to GfK’s monthly tracker, with our optimism for the next twelve months of our own finances and that of the country taking a tumble.

That’s bad news for retailers as we head towards Christmas – as it looks like we’re not buying what politicians are selling.

And with the Competition watchdog issuing over 150 million pounds of fines in the last 3 years, is it possible the rules just aren’t understood properly?

Josie Cox and Nick Howard speak to Competition and Markets Authority director Christiane Kent.

First broadcast 26th October 2018

Social media platforms like Twitter and Snap shed millions of users, while Amazon and Alphabet, Google’s parent company, missed expectations.

Nick Howard and Josie Coxus speak to James Erskine, director of social media influencer agency Social Circle, to explain the reality behind the numbers

First broadcast 26th October 2018

Nick Howard quizzes Shadow Business Minister Bill Esterson on the Opposition response.

The National Audit Office has found political uncertainty and poor planning means infrastructure, border staff and business systems aren’t going to be in place.

No government minister would come on the programme to discuss the report or take responsibility, and a statement just says they have “robust plans” to deal with the border.

Nick Howard speaks to Rod McKenzie, policy director at the Road Haulage Association, which deals with reality at the border every day.

Health charities like Cancer Research UK are accusing the firm of “staggering hypocrisy” as 87% of their business still comes from standard cigarettes.

Nick Howard speak to Mark MacGregor, corporate affairs director at Philip Morris, about why the firm's still selling cigarettes, and why it's getting in front of its competitors on new technologies.

First broadcast 23rd October 2018

Europe and the UK are lagging behind, despite a small majority favouring legalisation according to Yougov. 

But other products using cannabis oil, or CBD, are already making their way on to shop shelves, perhaps paving the way for future liberalisation.

Nick Howard spoke to Hannah Hooton, who’s product manager at Cannaquix, asking what CBD is, and whether it’s really legal.

Thousands of students marched on Parliament yesterday to protest this, joined by Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn and Shadow Education Secretary Angela Rayner and Lib Dem education spokesperson Layla Moran. David Hughes, chief executive of the Association of Colleges, who appeared on yesterday’s Business Breakfast, says it was “fantastic”, and is pleased about reports that MPs on both sides of the house will be raising the issue. But he’s holding out for next year’s government spending review for revised funding from the Chancellor.

But talks seem to be at an impasse, with no new ideas, and no sign of more compromises as the clock runs out.

However the prime minister has signalled she could be open to extending the transition period, currently from next March to the end of 2020.

Joining Nick Howard from Brussels is Brexit expert Matthew Holehouse from MLex.

Negotiations are far behind schedule, but both sides are unable to agree on how to keep the land border between Northern Ireland and the Republic frictionless if other solutions fail.

Roger Pollen from the Federation of Small Businesses, which represents more than 95% of all firms there, explains the mood in Northern Ireland

First broadcast 15th October 2018

Or on some occasions, is the customer in fact wrong?

That’s the question the UK Supreme Court has had to decide.

It’s made its ruling – and Nick Howard gets the details from human rights barrister Adam Wagner, founder of Rights Info.

Social media and marketing are bringing us closer to big firms than ever before, and the strength of a brand can be enough to future proof a business. 
The 2018 Futurebrand index shows which of the world’s most valuable companies are seen as the best brands. 
To find out what it tells us, Nick Howard speaks to Futurebrand’s global strategy director John Tipple, first asking how the index is built. 

That’s despite Japanese manufacturers pushing for frictionless EU trade after Brexit, and experts warning the 11 country trade pact would only replicate existing EU trade deals.

But Shinzo Abe’s invitation is only one strand of an ongoing charm offensive by Japan, ahead of Brexit and events like the Rugby World Cup next and the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.

Nick Howard visited Japan House, the country’s new cultural embassy in West London.

A booming US economy, and concerns over global growth are forcing money into America at the expense of everywhere else, pushing down share prices.

The money’s drying up, making things tougher for businesses and for governments themselves, at a time when the market is increasingly unstable – and analysts are worried about what could happen next.

Helen Thomas, financial market expert and Blonde Money founder, tells Michael Wilson why a booming US isn't helping the rest of the world this time around.

The prime minister’s backing a UK wide customs union, and some single market rules for Northern Ireland, as a backstop option.

Irish leader Leo Varadkar’s been meeting with EU chief negotiator Michel Barnier.

Brexit expert Simon Taylor explains to Nick Howard, live from Brussels.

But the younger generation could be better off, with education charities like MyBank working with kids to improve financial skills from an early age.

It comes as a new report from Axa Investment shows children as young as eight are already saving, with a third under 15 earning money from a job or chores.

Nick Howard speaks to Mybank’s head of education, Sharan Jaswal about the charity’s work.

First broadcast 4th October 2018

A new plan could see the region retaining limited single market membership, putting extra checks on the Irish sea border.

But DUP leader Arlene Foster is already going on the offensive, warning the prime minister she won’t accept extra regulations for Northern Ireland the rest of the UK isn’t subject to.

Nick Howard asks trade expert Sam Lowe from the Centre for European Reform if the proposals change anything.

Nick Howard speaks to Nick Tucker, Head of UK Domestic at UBS Wealth Management

First broadcast 1st October 2018

First broadcast 28th September 2018

But as her government distributes more “No Deal Brexit” advice, and supply chain chiefs warn 10% of businesses could go bankrupt if borders are disrupted – more UK firms are apparently opening bases abroad since the Brexit vote.

Galvin International advises companies on expanding overseas - Nick Howard speaks to founder John Galvin, who says it wasn’t the only change after the referendum 

First broadcast 27th Sept 2018

And are we better suited to different roles?

The prime minister may reckon there are “girl jobs and boy jobs”, but new research suggests there’s no actual difference in how men and women rank in competitiveness, risk-taking, relationship management and more workplace skills.

But if that’s the case – why do the myths persist, and how can we beat them?

Michael Wilson speaks to the study’s lead psychologist, Jayson Darby, from Thomas International.

First broadcast 25th September 2018

But most would agree that when money is being spent on developing nations, it should be doing the most good, with as little waste as possible.

A new report from development network EURODAD shows that despite 17 years of recommendations, countries including the UK are still linking almost half their aid budgets to projects benefiting their own firms – so called Tied Aid – even if it means developing economies get a worse deal.

In 2016 that’s thought to have cost them between 2 and 5.5 billion dollars.

Nick Howard speaks to me the report’s author, Polly Meeks, live from Brussels

Nick Howard gets the detail from media analyst Alex deGroote.

First broadcast 21st September 2018

At a meeting in Salzburg the European Council president Donald Tusk claimed it “risks undermining the single market”.

To discuss what happens next, Nick Howard speaks to Brexit expert Simon Taylor.

First broadcast 21st September 2018

It can have debilitating effects not just on our own lives, but on those around us – and although research shows as much as 40 percent could be genetic, the link isn’t clear.

A new study is bringing together tens of thousands of volunteers dealing with anxiety and depression to examine the connections in DNA.

Nick Howard speaks to former Tony Blair aide Alastair Campbell, who’s part of the campaign, about the impact on family and work colleagues, as well as Brexit, Trump, and the rise of fake news.

First broadcast 20th September 2018

But without clarity on what a Brexit deal will mean for market access, and concern over whether a No Deal outcome is possible, they’re worrying about losing one of their biggest buyers.

A report from the Fair Trade Foundation shows the fear over rising tariff levels and more customs bureaucracy, as well as general uncertainty from buyers eating into growers’ revenue.

Michael Wilson speaks to the report’s author, Helen Dennis.

First broadcast 19th September 2018

Environment secretary Michael Gove’s found cross-party support for banning disposable coffee cups and supporting bottle return schemes, and the Liberal Democrats are pledging to oppose all single use plastic.

But with 280 million tonnes of plastic already in the ocean, even if stopping all new waste was feasible, cleaning what we’ve already put in is in an enormous task.

CEO of the The Yacht Market Richard Roberts is launching his own vision of a craft to clean the water of plastic - Nick Howard speaks to him at the Southampton boat show about the idea behind the Ocean Saviour project 

First broadcast 18th September 2018

But the report from tobacco giant Philip Morris shows some parts will quit long before then, with Bristol, Wokingham and York all having their last smoke in the 2020s.

Levels of deprivation and access to NHS support are apparently major factors.

It’s a long-fought success for anti-smoking campaigners, but cigarette companies are already preparing for how to stay in business.

Nick Howard speaks to Philip Morris director Mark MacGregor, who says the writing is on the wall.

The public rail body is the country’s biggest small business landlord, with 7 thousand 500 tenants, but it says the deal is raising money for upgrades.

One railway arch holds Clapham North MOT, a garage set up by former D Day soldier, cabbie and racing car champion Ronnie Grant in 1960

His son George now runs the firm, and is part of the Guardians of the Arches opposing the sale – he speaks to Michael Wilson.

NB: The buyer, Blackstone, declined our invitation for an interview, as did the Department for Transport, which provided a statement saying the new owners are committed to work with the tenants. 

Police are still investigating the British Airways data breach, and the prime minister’s vowed to go on the offensive against Russia’s hacking capabilities.

And now leading cybersecurity firm Carbon Black says criminals are getting ahead of businesses by outspending them – putting ten times as much cash towards cyberattacks as companies are spending on defence.

This week experts are gathering in London for the world’s largest cybersecurity expo – Carbon Black security strategist Rick McElroy speaks to Michael Wilson.

But new research from Epson suggests there’s a psychological toll to this kind of work.

Blogger Vicki Psarias, also known as Honest Mum, and author of Mum Boss explains.

In the US, consumers received about 25 billion dollars in total – but here in the UK, the case is still getting started.

13 law firms are involved - one of them is the US law giant, Sanders Phillips Grossman, which is opening a UK office today. 

Nick Howard speaks to founding partner Tom Goodhead about the VW case, changes to UK consumer law, and how big claims are now big business.

First broadcast 7th September 2018

There are only seven months left to agree a deal and ratify it across Europe – meaning exiting with an agreement is a real possibility if talks fail.

A new report from The UK in a Changing Europe explores the impact of a No Deal Brexit.

Nick Howard speaks to Dr Jonathan Portes from the thinktank, who says the option shouldn’t even be considered.

The government-backed British Business Bank says the five most common reasons SMEs close down are all linked to financial advice and access to funding.

Michael Wilson finds out more from British Business Bank advisor and former Dragon, Piers Linney.

With only seven months to go until the Brexit deadline, it’s raising fears there’s little time to negotiate another deal.

But does that mean No Deal is the likely outcome – and where might that send investors?

Michael Wilson speaks to financial market expert, and founder of Blonde Money, Helen Thomas.

But although it’ll be some time before we know where school leavers end up, there’s a warning sign from one key industry.

A survey from the Institute of the Motor Industry shows two thirds of parents would discourage their children from apprenticeships.

And it climbs as high as 80 percent for the motor industry itself.

The Institute’s CEO, Steve Nash, says the findings aren’t a surprise.

Theresa May's spent time in South Africa and Nigeria alongside a delegation of British businesses, including Lisa Ashford, who’s the CEO of positive investment platform Ethex, and managing director of Energise Africa, a startup lending to firms providing solar panel systems in Sub Saharan Africa.

Nick Howard spoke to her just after she landed in Lagos, business capital of Nigeria, and asked how she’s getting on.

Theresa May’s promising 4 billion pounds of aid, to be matched by the private sector, with the focus expected to move from reducing poverty to focus on job creation and security.

It would mean a change to UK laws, put in place after the Thatcher era aid for arms scandal, when taxpayer cash was wasted on white elephant projects abroad.

Nick Howard spoke to Polly Meeks, senior policy officer at the development network EURODAD, who’s uneasy about the announcement.

Nearly 9 million of us have car finance deals, but more than quarter feel trapped.

A new online service is planning to rethink our relationship with our motors – but would you pay a monthly car subscription?

That’s what Drover offers - Nick Howard asks the founder, Felix Leuschner, who it’s aimed at.

First broadcast 28th August 2018

Just under 70 percent of pupils got Cs in Wales and Northern Ireland, and grade 4 in England, where a new numerical system’s been rolled out.

The system of grade 9 being the best and grade 1 being the lowest is confusing employers, with a quarter thinking smaller numbers are better.

Nick Howard asks Sophie Graham from the National Careers Service whether there is any benefit to the new system.

After that, they’ll be planning their next steps – 40 percent of students take A levels, while the majority will be heading on to vocational courses, apprenticeships, and in to the world of work.

There are big changes this year for those picking up their results – the traditional A* to G grades are gone, replaced with numbers 9 to 1, and the National Careers Service is taking over the advice helpline.

Nick Howard asks career advisor Sophie Graham: why the change.

With a couple of years of weak pounds pushing up travel costs, we're spotting a chance for a cheap break - at the start of August one pound bought nearly 6 and a half lira, while earlier this week is would get you closer to 9 (it's fallen back a bit since).

But the slumping lira is only a symptom of wider problems in Turkey - and could those interfere with your holiday?

Travel journalist and expert Simon Calder joins Nick Howard to give his advice.

First broadcast 3rd July 2017

But in exchange they want the UK to stick with Europe on standards on safety and customs.

It’s a sign of the compromises possible ahead of talks restarting, but hardline Brexit supporters are indicating they wouldn’t support it – highlighting again the difficult trip any deal will have to make through Parliament, and risking a No Deal cliff edge on World Trade Organisation rules.

Peter Ungpakorn is a trade writer and journalist who worked at the WTO secretariat for nearly 20 years. Speaking from Switzerland, he explains what that would really mean.

The hot weather and sport have seen us head to our locals in droves, with pub trade on the night of the World Cup semi final up nearly 75 percent.

This week the Great British Beer Festival is taking place in west London, giving brewers and the public a chance to enjoy a few drinks, and to get a snapshot of a changing industry.

Nick Howard reports.

First broadcast 9th July 2018

High temperatures mean short tempers, unfortunately - not helped when you're not feeling well rested.

Michael Wilson gets some tips for staying cool when you're trying to sleep from expert Jessica Alexander from the Sleep Council

First broadcast 8th August 2018

But that’s only a third of the estimated 100 billion pounds out there for the missold payment protection insurance on customer’s bank accounts.

The Financial Conduct Authority’s looking to draw a line under the claims, so in a year’s time that compensation will disappear – despite only half of us being aware there’s a deadline at all.

And a new ruling could mean there's more compensation and more claims on the way - NICK BAXTER, Independent Chairman of the

PROFESSIONAL FINANCIAL CLAIMS ASSOCIATION explains.

First broadcast 6th August 2018

First broadcast 2nd August 2018

Seeing new places, perhaps, or guaranteeing the sunshine? Well, for three fifths of us it's the food which makes our vacations worthwhile - a new wave of gastro tourists is spreading across the globe, trying and combining local cuisines and bringing them home.

Chef Masaharu Morimoto’s been developing Japanese fusion meals across the world for decades, including in top Michelin star restaurants like Nobu, and on television's Iron Chef series

He's now setting up a new eatery in Last Vegas, but Nick Howard spoke to him about how things are changing.

And what does it tell us about the changing world of work?

Right now the average worker claims around 900 pounds a year in expenses, but in the 1960s it was more than £2,300.

50 years on from the launch of the first corporate credit card – have we become less wasteful, or are we just subsidising our employers on our own pay cheque?

Speaking to Michael Wilson is financial expert Annie Shaw.

Chief negotiator Michel Barnier is warning the customs deal is unworkable, although he suggested some progress was being made.

It comes as the negotiations pause for a couple of weeks of holiday.

To take stock of what happens next, Nick Howard speaks to Sam Wilkin, editor at MLex , live from Brussels

First broadcast 27th July 2018

With much of England experiencing highs of 37 degrees, the Met Office predicts it could break the 2003 record of 38 and half degrees (101 degrees fahrenheit).

After a long cold winter, it’s hitting farmers across the country particularly hard.

Michael Wilson speaks to Essex farmer and deputy president of the National Farmers’ Union, Guy Smith.

First broadcast 26th July 2018

According to totaljobs, half of us are willing to relocate within the country, while two thirds are keen to move abroad.

And it seems big cities have the most pulling power for wandering workers, with London, Manchester and Edinburgh the top places to live.

But Mike Booker, Totaljobs’ director, says there’s also a sign Britain looks a less attractive place to the rest of the world

First broadcast 25th July 2018

Downing Street says fears over planes being grounded if access to the EU is lost are unfounded, thanks to other international agreements, but there are concerns about putting that to the test.

Nick Howard asks aviation and EU lawyer Philip Ruttley from Keystone Law what's at stake in the negotiations.

First broadcast 23rd July 2018

She’s also issuing a warning to European negotiators that a customs border between Great Britain and Northern Ireland – touted as the Backstop solution right now – is something she can “never accept”.

Roger Pollen from the Federation of Small Businesses is meeting with Mrs May at the border this morning.

First broadcast 20th July 2018

Dame Helena Morrissey, head of personal investing at Legal and General, is an outspoken advocate for putting your money where your mouth is on global issues.

Whether it’s gender equality or climate change, she’s starting funds which favour firms with good policies.

She’s also a rare City advocate for Brexit, and met President Trump at Blenheim Palace during his UK visit.

Nick Howard had plenty of questions, but he first asked Dame Helena if investors can really make an impact.

Extended interview first broadcast 19th July 2018

The software comes pre-installed on phones and tablets from companies like Samsung, and is thought to account for as many as 90% of market share worldwide.

But the European Commission’s accused Google of harming competition with its market dominance, and could change the nature of the business with its judgement today.

To explain, Michael Wilson speaks to Mlex anti trust expert Matthew Newman, live from Brussels.

The takeover fight isn’t expected to end any time soon, as big media players look for advantage in an increasingly ruthless industry.

And this is only the UK front in an international war, as US regulators give the go ahead for massive takeovers of Twentieth Century Fox.

To explain how the pieces fit together, and what it tells us about the media landscape, Nick Howard speaks to anti trust expert Simon Zekaria from Mlex.

First broadcast 16th July 2018

The proposals, finalised at Chequers on the weekend, have already forced several MPs to quit, including David Davis and Boris Johnson.

Despite compromising several red lines, including on customs and financial services, will the EU agree to the deal?

Matt Bevington from the Uk in a Changing Europe thinktank speaks to Michael Wilson.

First broadcast 12th July 2018

It comes after Blackrock and Citi announced Paris as their new European base earlier this week.

In the wake of Brexit, cities across Europe including Dublin and Frankfurt are looking to grow their financial centre’s at London’s expense

Paris Euro Place (PRON: Plass) is an organisation set up to develop the French capital as a finance hub.

Nick Howard spoke to managing director Arnaud de Bresson, who says President Macron’s reforms are proving attractive .

First broadcast on 11th July 2018

With only weeks of negotiation left as MPs and MEPs leave for summer recess, there’s less and less time to finalise a deal.

Brexit expert and Editor of Politics.co.uk, Ian Dunt and Nick Howard discuss whether Theresa May's hopes for the Chequers cabinet retreat will bear fruit.

As we head to the pubs in the sunshine, and with the World Cup pushing more people to order drinks, it’s been described as “the perfect storm”.

So if you’re heading out to see England versus Colombia this evening, are you still going to have a gas, or will things fall flat?

Chief Executive of the British Beer and Pub Association Brigid Simmonds explains what's going on.

One man who saw some of News International’s changes up close, and worked side by side with Murdoch through his biggest controversies, was Les Hinton, former executive chairman, who later became CEO of Dow Jones when Murdoch bought that.

He’s published an extraordinary memoir – Bootle Boy, an Untidy Life In News – charting his life from wartime Bootle, just north of Liverpool, to Australia, then Fleet Street and Wapping, and on to the US.

Full Interview here:

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One man who saw some of News International’s changes up close, and worked side by side with Murdoch through his biggest controversies, was Les Hinton, former executive chairman, who later became CEO of Dow Jones when Murdoch bought that.

He’s published an extraordinary memoir – Bootle Boy, an Untidy Life In News – charting his life from wartime Bootle, just north of Liverpool, to Australia, then Fleet Street and Wapping, and on to the US.

For business, GDPR makes things even tougher – with new rules on disclosing breaches that threaten our data.

A new book Cyber Wars, by former Guardian Tech Editor CHARLES ARTHUR, explains what happened in the biggest hacks, and what lessons we can learn from them

First broadcast 18th June 2018

This controversial legislation’s intended to copy 40 years of EU rules in British legislation, has seen multiple House of Lords amendments designed to bring debate on topics from customs union membership to the very date of Brexit.

The government’s beaten those challenges for now.

But at the International Business festival in Liverpool, speakers from around the world are still uncertain what Brexit means for them.

First broadcast 15th June 2018

First broadcast 11 June 2018

Shopping and tech giant Amazon's won the rights to put 20 games on its Prime service.

Sports broadcaster Iain Macintosh from the Totally Football Show, explains not many firms are big enough to afford them.

Gone are the days when saying “Brexit means Brexit” would do – and despite a third of us saying we have no idea what’s happening with negotiations, that doesn’t stop us talking about it.

Fortunately, a new book, the ‘Bluffer’s Guide to Brexit” is being published to help us do just that

First broadcast 7th June 2018

Now in its fourth year, it's an opportunity for startups and established firms to make connections and do deals. 

The festival’s chair, Max Steinberg, has been touring the world to promote the event.

First broadcast 6th June 2018

Gone are the days when saying “Brexit means Brexit” would do – and despite a third of us saying we have no idea what’s happening with negotiations, that doesn’t stop us talking about it.

Fortunately, a new book, the ‘Bluffer’s Guide to Brexit” is being published to help us do just that - author Boris Starling tells us more.

First broadcast 7th June 2018

Northern Rail’s running an “interim timetable” with a fifth of trains missing, after multiple cancellations and delays – but they blame the infrastructure manager Network Rail.

On Jazz FM’s Business Breakfast at 6, Northern Powerhouse Partnership director Henry Murison says they have a point.

First broadcast 06/06/2018

First broadcast 4th June 2018

The European Union, Mexico and Canada now have to pay huge taxes when importing steel and aluminium into America, potentially pushing up prices for business and shoppers as well as hitting the global economy

The UK says the tariffs are absurd - and Shadow International Trade Secretary Barry Gardiner says they amount to bullying by Trump.

With 85 percent of Britain’s goods travelling by road, the government’s pushing ahead with updating trailer registration systems despite the legislation not being passed, to be ready for Brexit.

It's also proposing an update to Operation Stack, intended to keep Kent's roads clear in case of "cross channel disruption", although it's been criticised for not mentioning the EU exit.

Rod McKenzie, the Road Haulage Association’s director of policy, is concerned any border delay will quickly build into massive problems.

It’s just weeks after leaving his former firm amid claims of misconduct, although he denied wrongdoing.

It’s understood he’ll take charge of a listed shell company, Derriston Capital, with 53 million pounds of investors’ cash and his own capital.

Nick Howard spoke to Jemima Bird, who’s launched her own ad superagency, Hello Finch, after 20 years in the industry, and who says Sir Martin is heading into a changing landscape .

Meanwhile Julian Chillingworth, chief investment officer at Rathbones, is watching for which other industry figures Sorrell can attract.

The world of business is often borrowing from science to give weight to management theories – whether it’s evolution, sociology, or even quantum mechanics.

And many industries – especially food and cosmetics – are awash with technical jargon.

But what is it like running a company with that expertise?

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The EU regulation’s meant to give us more control over our data, but the real test will be whether companies comply, and whether member states can hold them to account.

In the UK, that job is done by the Information Commissioner’s Office, - Nick Howard quizzes their head of communications, Robert Parker.

First broadcast on Jazz FM Business Breakfast 25th May 2018

Nick Howard speaks to experts and key figures to examine what will really change come the deadline, whether the fears are justified - and whether the regulators themselves are ready for the changes.

First broadcast 11th May 2018 on Jazz FM

It’s a fundamental change in how we’re meeting people, with apps ranging from the general to the very specific – if you’ve only ever wanted to meet people who love pets, beards, or glasses – there’s an app for that.

But is it positive for everyone?

First broadcast on 14.02.2018 Jazz FM Business Breakfast

Right now the state pension's given to anyone who's paid enough national insurance, but the OECD's suggesting Britain should save money on the rich, to boost pensions for the poor. Is this the future of retirement?

Gren Manuel speaks to former pensions minister, Sir Steve Webb, now Head of Policy at pension and insurance firm Royal London.

First broadcast 9th December 2017

This was first broadcast on Jazz FM's Business Breakfast on 16/11/2016.

First broadcast on Jazz FM's Business Breakfast, 25/10/2016

First broadcast on Jazz FM's Business Breakfast, 20/10/2016