September 2025: Steve authors a piece for The Times arguing that the forthcoming Budget must begin to ease the pressure on businesses. He highlights that many business leaders believe the increasing burdens on their firms serve as a smokescreen to avoid tougher decisions on spending, personal tax, and pensions.

September 2025: Steve contributes to a piece in The Times highlighting the pressures facing UK businesses as they prepare for the upcoming budget, and cautions against further tax burdens following recent inheritance tax changes.

July 2025: Steve writes in The Times, discussing how UK businesses can adapt and harness AI for growth.

July 2025: New research from The Entrepreneurs Network (TEN), commissioned by Steve Rigby – Full Speed Ahead – urges the UK Government to establish clear programme standards and classifications for startup support schemes, such as accelerators and incubators.

July 2025: Steve writes in City AM, discussing the UK Government’s tax policy and the potentially damaging implications of bringing in a wealth tax.

June 2025: Steve shares his response to the UK Government’s Industrial Strategy and what it will mean for economic growth.

June 2025: Steve speaks to the Today Programme, to provide a business perspective on the UK government's Spending Review.

June 2025: Steve Rigby joined an expert judging panel at London Tech Week to name Unhubs as the winner of this year’s OnetoWin Rising Stars final.

June 2025: Steve speaks to ITV journalists from the FBUK Annual Conference, discussing the devastating real-world impact of tax changes on family-run businesses.

May 2025: In the Sunday Times, Steve explores what makes an entrepreneur, not just starting a business, but growing it and achieving lasting success. He offers insights into how the UK can better foster and support entrepreneurial talent.

April 2025: Steve speaks with Blick Rothenberg’s CEO, Nimesh Shah, and Client Partner Malli Kini, to discuss the implications of the 2024 Autumn Budget on the business community. They explore how changes to Business Property Relief are reshaping the tax landscape, prompting family businesses to rethink succession planning and prepare for long-term impact.

April 2025: Steve joins Marc Sumner on the IT Channel’s podcast Channel Chat to discuss running a successful family business, the pivotal moments that shaped his career, the evolving world of tech, and what drives him.

April 2025: Steve is interviewed for a profile piece in City A.M., which examines his career and the current business landscape.

April 2025: Steve speaks to Laura Kuenssberg, sharing his response to the US tariffs after meeting with other business leaders and the Prime Minister at No. 10. Steve underlines the need for a calm and considered response from both the UK and the EU.

April 2025: Following his meeting with the Prime Minister, Steve shares his insights on the impact of US tariffs for UK businesses. He highlights the need for a well-planned and robust response to safeguard businesses from the potential fallout.

April 2025: Steve Rigby, was among 17 business leaders invited to Downing Street for a high-level meeting with the Prime Minister, following the announcement of new US tariffs by President Trump.

March 2025: Steve discusses his reaction to the Spring Statement and the expected impact on UK businesses, including his concerns for small and medium-sized firms and his hopes for economic growth.

March 2025: Steve discusses the Spring Statement and its potential impact on UK businesses with Dominic O'Connell on Times Radio.

March 2025: Steve discusses the hopes of UK businesses ahead of the Chancellor’s Spring Statement, examining how government policies can foster confidence and drive economic growth.

March 2025: Steve comments in the Sunday Times, discussing the impact on Birmingham businesses and retailers of the Government’s recent tax changes, including increases to employers’ national insurance contributions (NICs).