Jonathan Reynolds

Jonathan Neil Reynolds is a British Labour Co-op politician who has been the Member of Parliament (MP) for Stalybridge and Hyde since 2010. He has served as Secretary of State for Business and Trade and President of the Board of Trade since July 2024.
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Some of the key events about Jonathan Reynolds

  • 1979
    Born in Manchester, England
  • 2001
    Graduated from Oxford University with a degree in Politics, Philosophy and Economics
  • 2004
    Elected as a councillor for Longdendale ward on Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council
  • 2010
    Elected as Member of Parliament for Stalybridge and Hyde
  • 2011
    Appointed as Parliamentary Private Secretary to the Leader of the Opposition
  • 2013
    Became Shadow Minister for Energy and Climate Change
  • 2015
    Appointed as Shadow Minister for Transport
  • 2016
    Promoted to Shadow Economic Secretary to the Treasury
  • 2020
    Appointed as Shadow Secretary of State for Work and Pensions
  • 2021
    Became Shadow Secretary of State for Business and Industrial Strategy

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Jonathan Reynolds Latest news

Expert Slams 'Dinosaur' Firms Forcing Full-Time Office Return

Expert Slams 'Dinosaur' Firms Forcing Full-Time Office Return

Professor Sir Cary Cooper criticizes companies mandating full-time office work, calling them "dinosaurs". UK government prepares to make flexible working a default right, despite growing CEO expectations for office return.

Society, Business •   •  45 views
UK Business Secretary Endorses Flexible Working for Productivity Boost

UK Business Secretary Endorses Flexible Working for Productivity Boost

Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds supports flexible working arrangements, criticizing previous government's office-return push. Labour plans reforms amid productivity concerns and debates over civil service occupancy data.

Business, Politics • September 17 2024, 04:48 AM  •  141 views
UK Government Mulls £870M Investment in Controversial Mozambique Gas Pipeline

UK Government Mulls £870M Investment in Controversial Mozambique Gas Pipeline

The UK government is considering a substantial investment in a Mozambique gas pipeline, sparking criticism over policy inconsistencies and environmental concerns. The decision could impact global climate goals.

Economics, Politics • September 16 2024, 07:37 PM  •  181 views
ITV Chief Declines Key Role in Labour's Industrial Strategy Council

ITV Chief Declines Key Role in Labour's Industrial Strategy Council

Dame Carolyn McCall, ITV's CEO, has turned down a position on the Industrial Strategy Council, citing time constraints. This decision poses a challenge to Labour's efforts to bolster its pro-business image.

Business, Politics • September 14 2024, 07:39 AM  •  237 views
UK Stands Alone: No Tariffs on Chinese EVs Despite Western Allies' Crackdown

UK Stands Alone: No Tariffs on Chinese EVs Despite Western Allies' Crackdown

The UK diverges from Western allies by not imposing tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles. This decision aims to protect British car exports and meet ambitious EV sales targets, sparking debate on competition and security.

Business, Economics, Politics • September 12 2024, 08:29 AM  •  219 views
UK Steel Industry Faces Decarbonization Challenges, Job Losses Loom

UK Steel Industry Faces Decarbonization Challenges, Job Losses Loom

UK steelworks transition to greener production, risking thousands of jobs. Government support of £500 million for Tata Steel raises questions about the future of British steel manufacturing and self-sufficiency.

Business, Economics, Politics • September 12 2024, 05:14 AM  •  440 views
Youth Unemployment Surge Threatens UK Economic Growth Plans

Youth Unemployment Surge Threatens UK Economic Growth Plans

Despite overall unemployment drop, youth joblessness hits 13. 3%. Half a million young adults out of work, posing challenges to government's economic strategies and public finances.

Society, Economics • September 11 2024, 06:52 AM  •  153 views
Labour's Christian-Inspired Workers' Rights Reform: A New Era for UK Business

Labour's Christian-Inspired Workers' Rights Reform: A New Era for UK Business

Labour's Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds reveals how his Christian faith influences the party's workers' rights reforms, emphasizing work-life balance and flexible arrangements in a post-Brexit UK.

Society, Business, Politics • September 7 2024, 08:37 PM  •  341 views
Labour's Flexible Work Plan: Four-Day Week on the Horizon?

Labour's Flexible Work Plan: Four-Day Week on the Horizon?

Labour proposes legislation for flexible working as default, including compressed hours. Companies can refuse if "not reasonably feasible". Debate ensues over productivity impacts and business concerns.

Business, Economics, Politics • August 31 2024, 03:59 AM  •  1457 views