These are the top stories making the headlines across The Business Magazine website today.

Two Hampshire councils appoint Eddisons for public sector advisory services

Portsmouth City Council and Rushmoor Borough Council in Hampshire have enlisted Eddisons for strategic development consultancy, focusing on Portsmouth's city centre North master plan, which includes the development of 2,300 new homes.

Full story here: https://thebusinessmagazine.co.uk/companies/two-hampshire-councils-appoint-eddisons-for-public-sector-advisory-services/

UK remains leading centre for film and TV production despite industry challenges

Despite challenges such as US industry strikes, the UK has maintained its status as a global hub for film and TV production, with £3.11 billion in inward investment reported in 2023 by the British Film Institute.

Full story here: https://thebusinessmagazine.co.uk/companies/uk-remains-leading-centre-for-film-and-tv-production-despite-industry-challenges/

Giant Ventures launches new tech funds of US$250M, advised by Osborne Clarke

Giant Ventures, advised by Osborne Clarke, has unveiled two new tech funds worth US$250 million, with a US$100 million seed fund for early-stage companies and a US$150 million climate-focused growth fund addressing Series B funding needs, having already invested in 10 projects.

Full story here: https://thebusinessmagazine.co.uk/professional-services/giant-ventures-launches-new-tech-funds-of-us250m-advised-by-osborne-clarke/