Thomas Wright, Economics Correspondent

Thomas Wright is an economics correspondent covering trade policy, industrial strategy, and regional economic development. With eight years of experience and a background reporting for The Economist, he excels at connecting macroeconomic data to real-world impacts on businesses and workers. His coverage of post-Brexit trade deals has been particularly influential.
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Iconic Cranes Samson and Goliath to Undergo £3.1 Million Refurbishment at Harland & Wolff

Belfast’s skyline is set to witness a significant transformation as the iconic…

Historic Belfast Cranes Set for £3.1 Million Refurbishment to Boost Shipbuilding Capacity

The iconic cranes of Harland & Wolff, known as Samson and Goliath,…

Belfast’s Iconic Cranes Undergo Major £3.1 Million Renovation

Belfast’s skyline is set for a revitalisation as the famous Samson and…

FTSE 100 Sees Modest Gains as Oil Prices Surge Amid Global Tensions

The FTSE 100 index has managed to secure slight gains on Tuesday,…

Global Borrowing Costs Surge as Inflation Fears Mount Amid Oil Price Hikes

Long-term borrowing costs in major economies have reached alarming new heights, driven…

Global Borrowing Costs Surge Amid Middle East Crisis Concerns

In a significant development for global financial markets, government borrowing costs in…

Job Vacancies Plummet to Lowest Level in Over Five Years Amid Economic Strains

The latest figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) reveal a…

UK Economy Sees Modest Growth Amidst Uncertain Future

The UK economy demonstrated a modest growth of 0.4% between April and…

Government Borrowing Costs Surge to Highest Levels Since 2008 Amid Middle East Tensions

As concerns over the ongoing conflict in the Middle East escalate, government…

Summer Employment Opportunities Surge for Young People in the UK

As the summer of 2026 unfolds, young job seekers in the UK…

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