The much-anticipated Oasis reunion tour is set to deliver more than just nostalgic hits; it’s expected to inject a significant boost into the UK economy, a move that could prove beneficial for the Labour party. According to Paul Haywood-Schiefer, Senior Manager at audit and advisory firm Blick Rothenberg, the fervour surrounding the reunion gigs will […]
To achieve Angela Rayner’s ambitious housebuilding goals, Britain must consider opening its doors to more skilled migrants, according to a new report by the Institute for Government (IfG). The report suggests that to meet the most significant housing targets since the 1960s, the Housing Secretary should relax immigration policies, potentially adopting visa models similar to […]
Small businesses across the UK increasingly recognise the value of supporting women’s health in their workplaces. Embracing this initiative yields numerous benefits, including increased productivity and performance, reduced absenteeism, enhanced employee satisfaction and engagement, attracting and retaining talented workforce, fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, and enhancing brand image while creating socially responsible businesses. However, […]
A significant majority of UK professionals are increasingly reluctant to change jobs, with 71% expressing hesitation due to concerns over job security, according to a recent poll by global recruitment firm Robert Walters. This trend, which the firm has dubbed ‘The Big Stay,’ suggests that many workers are prioritising stability over career advancement, a choice […]
A radical proposal to replace Britain’s complex system of property taxes with a single land tax is gaining unprecedented support from both sides of the political divide. The idea, which echoes an early 20th-century proposal by Winston Churchill and David Lloyd George, would see council tax, stamp duty, and business rates abolished in favour of […]
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has clawed back nearly £70 million in unpaid taxes from footballers, agents, and clubs over the past year as part of a rigorous crackdown on tax avoidance schemes in the sport. This initiative has seen investigations launched into 20 football clubs, 83 players, and 21 agents since April 2023. The […]
The recent overhaul of London’s listing rules has made the UK’s stock market more attractive, according to Andy Hunter, Deputy Managing Director of CK Infrastructure, the first company to list under the new regulations. Hunter praised the reforms as “very welcome,” citing the streamlined process as a significant factor in the company’s decision to pursue […]
British holidaymakers planning trips to Europe will soon need to budget for a €7 visa waiver as the EU prepares to introduce its European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS) by the middle of next year. The EU has confirmed that the scheme, which applies to over 60 non-EU countries including the UK, is scheduled […]
OpenAI, the firm behind the widely known AI chatbot ChatGPT, has announced a significant partnership with global magazine giant Condé Nast. This multi-year agreement will see content from iconic publications like Vogue, The New Yorker, and GQ featured within OpenAI’s platforms, including its newly launched AI-powered search engine, SearchGPT. The deal marks the latest in […]
With traditional banks tightening their lending criteria, a growing number of UK entrepreneurs are turning to pawnbrokers to secure vital funding. H&T, Britain’s largest pawnbroker, has reported a surge in small business owners, including shopkeepers and builders, pledging personal jewellery and watches to obtain loans. Chris Gillespie, CEO of H&T, which operates 282 stores across […]