BT’s purchase of TalkTalk is cosy – but probably politically sensible For all the howls of a ‘stitch-up’, it’s hard to see what ministers were supposed to do, as the alternatives risked worse outcomes The Guardian - UK · 10h ago
BT Agrees £400m Rescue Takeover Of Debt-Hit Broadband Rival TalkTalk BT has completed its takeover of TalkTalk out of administration, but the Government has ordered a CMA inquiry. Here is what it means for customers. International Business Times UK · 13h ago
TalkTalk customers issued warning after BT takeover deal agreed TALKTALK customers have been assured their service will continue as normal after BT agreed a rescue deal for the firm The National (Scotland) · 15h ago
What went wrong at telecoms group TalkTalk? The firm was once valued at nearly £4.8 billion on the stock market but has struggled since being taken private in a debt-fuelled deal in 2021. Evening Standard · 15h ago
TalkTalk customers issued key advice about internet and phone services after BT rescue deal BT Group agreed a takeover rescue deal to buy TalkTalk’s consumer and wholesale divisions out of administration The Independent UK · 16h ago
BT rescues TalkTalk from collapse amid worries over national security threat Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy intervened on Monday, invoking a Public Interest Intervention Notice and ordering a speedy CMA probe. Evening Standard · 17h ago
TalkTalk customers assured service will continue as normal after BT rescue TalkTalk customers should leave direct debits in place and continue paying as normal to avoid missed payments and disruption to service, experts said. Evening Standard · 17h ago
BT to buy broadband supplier TalkTalk in £400m rescue deal, saving 900 jobs Virgin Media O2 complains of ‘stitch-up’ over rival provider, which has 1.5m customers The Guardian - UK · 20h ago
BT strikes deal to rescue troubled TalkTalk from administration The telecoms giant said it had stepped in to save TalkTalk and its PlatformX Communications (PXC) business from collapse The Independent UK · 20h ago
BT agrees rescue deal to save TalkTalk from administration TalkTalk’s customers include vulnerable households, as well as connections that support critical national infrastructure providers. Evening Standard · 20h ago
Sainsbury’s and Morrisons held talks over potential multi-billion-pound merger, reports say – as it happened A deal would test regulators’ appetite for dealmaking in competitive supermarket industry The Guardian - UK · 21h ago
BT accused of ‘bullying’ customers by pausing broadband in digital landline push Companies race to switch households to ‘voice over internet protocol’ services by the end of January The Guardian - UK · Oct 3
Adopt A Kiosk Scheme: Britain’s red phone boxes find new roles; over 7,200 now reused Britain's classic red telephone boxes are being revitalized through a community adoption scheme. More than seven thousand kiosks have been transformed into essential services like libraries and public defibrillators. Although many boxes have found new purposes, some still play a crucial role in enabling emergency calls, particularly in rural areas.… The Times of India · Sep 16
Striking images reveal plans to turn BT Tower into luxury hotel Plans for the iconic London landmark include a new public square, shops and cafes, and a rooftop swimming pool Evening Standard · Sep 9
The Economic Times · Sep 4 REITs and InvITs: Despite tax-free dividends, non-resident investors may need to file ITR to claim a refund of TDS The Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Act, 2026 addresses existing dividend tax discrepancies for unitholders by granting unconditional exemptions. Despite this, the established withholding tax regulations for BTs have not been modified, leading to possible inconsistencies. Non-resident investors may need to submit tax returns to retrieve withheld taxes, highlighting the…
Tom’s Hardware · Sep 1 National telecoms provider could make $2.7 billion selling recycled copper in AI boom — BT to strip 200,000 tons from legacy network The UK's largest telecommunications company, BT, could potentially make $2.7 billion as it recycles all the old copper in its network as it upgrades to fiber optic. The massive amount is driven by the AI boom, as data center operators require more and more copper wires for power.
The Guardian - UK · Aug 31 BT on track for estimated £2bn windfall from selling old copper amid AI boom Telecoms company to benefit from soaring prices for recycled metal recovered from full-fibre broadband rollout
The National (Scotland) · Aug 11 Long delays after manhole collapses on A82 causing half-hour tailbacks Drivers are facing long delays travelling on the A82 after the collapse of a manhole cover
The Times of India · Aug 10 William Arnold travelled 1,700 miles to a remote Isle of Lewis phone box and spent about £36 making 52 calls; the usage protected it for another year William Arnold embarked on a mission to save a secluded phone box on a distant island. To meet Ofcom's operational requirements, he placed fifty-two calls, ensuring that the kiosk remains available for another year. His dedication underscores the vital role public call boxes play in isolated communities, urging others to…
The Independent UK · Jul 28 BT’s Openreach new customer deal could be blocked over ‘not fair and reasonable’ concerns Openreach said it was ‘disappointed’ at Ofcom’s proposed action to intervene
Evening Standard · Jul 28 Ofcom proposes blocking Openreach new customer deal over competition concerns The telecoms watchdog said it provisionally found Openreach’s new customer offer was
Evening Standard · Jul 23 BT reveals dip in earnings despite ‘solid start’ to year BT told shareholders that adjusted earnings dipped by 1% to £2.01 billion for the quarter to June 30, compared with a year earlier.
The Independent UK · Jul 23 BT reports decline in earnings despite ‘solid start’ to year BT told shareholders that adjusted earnings dipped by 1 per cent to £2.01 billion for the quarter to 30 June
The Guardian - UK · Jul 6 ‘Smart operator’: how BT’s first female CEO helped turn company around The firm’s share price has risen 80% under Allison Kirkby’s leadership – but pressure remains for her to deliver further growth
Barchart · Jun 30 VZ Stock Alert: What to Know About Verizon's International Joint Venture Verizon announces an international joint venture with BT Group. Here’s what the agreement means for VZ shares in the second half of 2026.