The Sky News Business Podcast

Calls for more energy companies to be regulated like banks, to prevent another crash. Ian also explores how employers are being urged to review their bereavement leave policy as part of this year's Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day.We also hear from the chief executive of Ingka Group which owns IKEA about investment in the home furnishing company's online business.

The ongoing shortage of HGV drivers has been affecting supply lines at UK ports, as the pre-Christmas trade rush gets underway. Ian is joined by Gary Grant, founder of the toys retailer, The EntertainerAndrea Radrizanni, the owner and chairman of Leeds United, talks about how much investment is needed to fulfil their European football ambitions.Plus, how can aviation be more green? The Chief Executive of Rolls-Royce, Warren East, explains.

Concluding the Big Ideas Live event in South Yorkshire, Sky News presenters Samantha Washington, Ian King, Trevor Phillips and economics and data editor Ed Conway share their final thoughts on the day's discussions.#BigIdeasLive

In the penultimate session of 'Big Ideas Live' from Rotherham in South Yorkshire, Sky News presenter Trevor Phillips is joined by a panel to discuss the levelling up agenda.They look at regional identity and examine whether pride can drive growth.On the panel are the political journalist and the author of 'Broken Heartlands' Sebastian Payne; the chief executive of First Direct, Chris Pitt; the founder of Northern Power Women, Chris Roche; the Conservative MP for Bolton West, Chris Green and the vice chancellor of Leeds Trinity University, Professor Charles Egbu.#BigIdeasLive

In this session of Big Ideas Live from South Yorkshire, Samantha Washington and guests examine how established businesses can build back green.What could the climate conference in Glasgow in November deliver to support businesses?On the panel are Diane Gilpin from the Smart Green Shipping Alliance; Ash Amirahmadi, the managing director of Arla Foods; the Sheffield area co-ordinator for Friends of the Earth, Lindy Stone and the economist Vicky Pryce.#BigIdeasLive

Sky News presenter Samantha Washington interviews the former governor of the Bank of England Mark Carney at the 'Big Ideas Live' event in South Yorkshire.They discuss the challenges facing the UK and world economies, and the promise of the COP26 climate conference in Glasgow in November.#BigIdeasLive

Sky News presents 'Big Ideas Live' from Rotherham in South Yorkshire which explores the challenges facing the economy as we come out of the coronavirus pandemic.Ian King hosts the first session which looks at the world of work and asks where the new jobs will be created and in what kind of industries.Joining Ian for the discussion are: the chief executive of Siemens UK, Carl Ennis; chief executive of Punch Pubs and Co, Clive Chesser; President of the CBI and founder of Cobra beer, Lord Bilimoria and the chief executive of One Million Mentors, Alveena Malik.#BigIdeasLive

British trade with the European Union has seen a sharp fall, caused by a combination of Brexit and the pandemic. But it's clear British businesses still want advice about how to trade with Europe. Ian is joined by Astrid Geeraerts head of investment at Flanders Investment and Trade.Black British Business Award winner Gareth Dauley talks about his success in the STEM category.Plus, tech company Azteco claims it can now make it easier to buy Bitcoin from more than 700 retailers across the UK and Ireland.

Gas markets swung sharply yesterday after President Putin said Russia was prepared to increase production to stabilise what he called a 'speculative craze'. Sky's Ali Fortescue and Diana Magnay have the latest from Westminster and Moscow.Elsewhere, UK tech firms show resilience in the post-pandemic recovery. Ian is joined by Erin Platt, Executive Vice President for Europe at Silicon Valley Bank.Plus, shortages of skilled workers are providing a major headache for UK businesses. But what's the situation like elsewhere?

Despite supply chain issues across the retail sector, Tesco says it has managed to keep its shelves stocked - and the supermarket giant has reaped the rewards. Ian is joined by Financial Analyst at AJ Bell - Danni Hewson.A new sector - regulatory technology - has emerged to help businesses meet compliance requirements. Passfort Co-founder Donald Gillies explains how the company raised $16.2million from investors.Plus, the construction industry warns of a labour shortage crisis as leaders come together for the UK's Construction week conference.