MEDIA
STEVE REGULARLY CONTRIBUTES TO THE MEDIA, IN INTERVIEWS AND OPINION PIECES.
BELOW ARE SOME RECENT HIGHLIGHTS.
Requests for interviews should be directed to SR@steverigby.com.
The Times: From Taxes to gambling: Five big questions for business
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.
The Times: Boardrooms are grappling with AI but we must embrace it
July 2025: Steve writes in The Times, discussing how UK businesses can adapt and harness AI for growth.
New research: Startup accelerator overhaul needed to supercharge Britain’s firms
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.
City AM: I’m one of Britain’s highest taxpayers – a wealth tax would be the last straw
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.
Sky News: Steve Rigby comments on UK’s Industrial Strategy
June 2025: Steve shares his response to the UK Government’s Industrial Strategy and what it will mean for economic growth.
Over 100 Unemployed Young People in the West Midlands Upskilled Through Rigby Foundation Partnership
June 2025: More than 100 young unemployed people from the West Midlands have completed a Skills Bootcamp programme to help them into work, including tech careers, thanks to a pioneering partnership between The Rigby Foundation and skills charity Generation UK.
BBC R4 Today Programme: Steve comments on Government Spending Review
June 2025: Steve speaks to the Today Programme, to provide a business perspective on the UK government's Spending Review.
Steve Rigby joins judging panel to award £1m investment to UK’s most-promising startup
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.
ITV Granada News: Steve Rigby comments on impact of tax changes of family firms
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.
The Times: Entrepreneurs are founders that can succeed against the odds
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.
Sunday Times: Rigby Family recognised in Sunday Times Giving List 2025
May 2025: The Rigby Family has been recognised as one of the top 100 largest givers in the UK in the Sunday Times Giving 100 list. Putting back into the communities and regions where they operate has always been key to the family’s values.
BBC Midlands: Steve comments on the UK-US Trade Deal
May 2025: Steve responds to the newly announced UK–US trade deal, which will cut tariffs on the automotive sector, a move he has strongly advocated for. His reaction follows the publication of a detailed report he prepared for West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker, warning of the damaging consequences of US automotive tariffs on the region.
The West Midlands is central to the UK’s negotiation on tariffs, Mayor’s report finds
May 2025: Steve releases the findings of the report he prepared - ‘Implications of New US Trade Tariffs for the West Midlands Economy’ - which was commissioned by Richard Parker, Mayor of the West Midlands, to explore how the proposed US tariffs will affect the region.
Midlands Today: Impact of US tariffs on the region
May 2025: Steve on Midlands Today calling for UK negotiations to focus on reducing US tariffs on the automotive industry. This follows a report prepared by Steve for the Mayor of the West Midlands, which outlines the potential economic impact of these tariffs on the region.
The Times: Why business should step up to fill gaps in our education system
April 2025: Steve writes in The Times about his recent visit to a Birmingham school, highlighting the vital role businesses must play in helping young people develop the skills they need to succeed in the workforce, creating value and driving economic growth.
Blick Rothenberg Vodcast: Steve discusses the impact of the 2024 Autumn Budget on business
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.
Channel Chat: Marc Sumner and Steve Rigby, From 10 Downing Street to 35 New Broad Street
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.
CIty A.M.: The Square Mile and me
April 2025: Steve is interviewed for a profile piece in City A.M., which examines his career and the current business landscape.
BBC Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg: Steve responds to US tariffs following No.10 meeting
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.
BBC R4 The World Tonight: Steve discusses the impact of US tariffs on UK businesses
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.