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News · 12 April 2026

Texas opens London office to attract UK jobs

Texas opens London office to attract UK jobs

British businesses could soon shift jobs and investments to Texas, a low-tax US state offering incentives. Texas has launched a dedicated London office this month, led by Governor Greg Abbott's team, aiming to draw corporate heavyweights from the UK. This new office, adding to sites in Mexico and Taiwan, will court firms with no corporation or income tax.

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