UK news


The Rachel Reeves‑led UK government reported that public sector borrowing for September reached £20.2 billion — the highest September total since 2020. Reuters+2The Guardian+2


Alongside this, the currency market reacted with sterling stabilising against the euro after the borrowing overshoot triggered fresh concerns over fiscal pressure. Reuters+1

UK news


The Boris Johnson government is under scrutiny at the ongoing COVID‑19 inquiry: Johnson denied major planning failures over school closures early in the pandemic but acknowledged mistakes. The Guardian

UK news / education & children


The UK government announced new “V‑levels” for post‑16 education, replacing many existing qualifications from 2027 to align skills with employment and university readiness. Education Hub

Creator economy / YouTube updates


A new report forecasts that the creator economy will reach 1.1 billion creators by 2032, driven by AI and video platforms — confirming the shift from creators as individuals to creators as full‑scale networks. Forbes

Creator economy / YouTube updates


A study of the YouTube shopping ecosystem reveals the platform’s creator‑led commerce generated €7 billion in EU GDP and supports 200 000 jobs, highlighting creators’ growing economic power. Net Influencer

Arts & culture / children’s education


UNICEF UK unveiled a new brand campaign titled Making Childhood Unstoppable, spotlighting children’s resilience and creativity through arts‑driven storytelling and aiming to inspire public support for their rights to play and learn. Creative Boom
Today’s top UK & creator economy news



The Guardian
Gold on track for biggest one-day fall since 2020; BoE governor warns over private credit risks - as it happened
Today



thescottishsun.co.uk
Huge Scots rock band announces extra gigs after selling out tour
Aug 22, 2025



businessinsider.com
2025 is the year creator platforms will drive more ad revenue than old media, a new WPP forecast says
Jun 10, 2025

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