Wake Up to Money Rolls Royce eyes no.1 spot
Aug 13, 2025
The CEO of Rolls Royce reveals ambitious plans to dominate the UK market through innovations in narrow-body aircraft and small nuclear reactors. Discussions also dive into the impact of rising food prices, particularly on families during the summer holidays. There’s a focus on strategies for budget-friendly meal prep for kids, alongside insights into the shellfish industry's struggles amid climate challenges. The episode wraps up with the financial woes of Thames Water and the shifting dynamics in the podcasting landscape.
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Daily Realities Of Shellfish Processing
- Gary Hodgson describes shellfish processing as highly seasonal, labour intensive and low margin.
- He says every day is different and there is rarely a normal day in the industry.
Seasonal Demand For Crab Meat
- Gary explains crab meat demand shifts from fresh seasonal sales to frozen sales for export in autumn and winter.
- He notes fresh crab meat sales fall with rain while frozen orders for Europe and Asia are less weather-dependent.
Inheritance Tax Has High Political Heat
- Inheritance tax changes are politically sensitive and affect a small share of estates, often triggering strong reactions.
- Tightening gifting rules would particularly impact long-held property owners and provoke debate.