London (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The North East of England is experiencing significant disruptions in its bus services due to an ongoing strike by staff at one of the region’s major transportation companies. Why are these employees taking such action, and how
London (Parliament Politic Magazine) – Following an independent investigation, it was revealed that NatWest failed to effectively communicate its decision to close Nigel Farage’s Coutts account, though the closure was deemed legal and primarily motivated by commercial considerations. In the wake of
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – Airlines React with Outrage as UK Aviation Regulator Hikes Air Traffic Control Charges, Warning of Impending Fare Increases In the wake of a severe air traffic control breakdown in August, which led to extensive flight delays and
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The UK has announced its intention to eliminate a cap on bankers’ bonuses, a regulation inherited from the EU, as part of its post-Brexit efforts to enhance the status of the City of London. This decision comes
London (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The choice to maintain the current council tax rates throughout Scotland in the coming year might have initially garnered support at the SNP conference. However, as time has passed, the wisdom of this decision is being called
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The UK Government Allocates £7.5 Million for Advancing Healthcare Solutions and Medical Breakthroughs in Northern Ireland The UK government has unveiled a funding initiative named the ‘Life and Health Sciences Launchpad’ program, which will provide grants ranging
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The owner of a small business, which fell victim to a £1.6 million fraud in a matter of minutes, has expressed strong dissatisfaction with the response from law enforcement agencies. At Steve Wright’s company, Kent Brushes, an
London (Parliament Politic Magazine) – A rapidly expanding British semiconductor producer is on the brink of securing a £200 million infusion of funds from prominent investors, among them the asset management powerhouse M&G. Pragmatic Semiconductor, a manufacturer of affordable microchips utilized in
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) –In recent developments reported in the Financial Times, Deloitte UK is planning to eliminate approximately 150 junior consulting positions across two of its consulting teams. This decision comes even as the firm’s partners earned an annual average exceeding
The UK Space Agency is introducing a fresh initiative named “Unlocking Space for Business” aimed at assisting businesses in harnessing the advantages of satellite data and services. At present, global satellite services play a crucial role in bolstering the UK economy, contributing
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London (Parliament Politic Magazine) – “In a historic move toward global collaboration and innovation, the United Kingdom’s Department for Business and Trade (DBT) is spearheading the inaugural UK Semiconductors Business Delegation to Taiwan. This groundbreaking advancement in semiconductor technology will be celebrated
London (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The owner of HMV, Doug Putman, is nearing a deal to acquire the struggling discount retailer Wilko, potentially safeguarding a substantial number of jobs and most of its store locations. If successful, Putman intends to maintain the
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – US health insurance provider Centene has announced plans to divest its chain of GP clinics and the UK’s largest private hospital group as part of its strategic exit from the British healthcare market. Centene, listed on the
London (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The GMB union held discussions with PwC, the appointed overseer of the retail chain’s sale, on Tuesday following an urgent request to meet with the business secretary. Andy Prendergast, the national secretary, cautioned that Wilko’s situation remains
London (Parliament Politic Magazine) – More and more people are getting help from their family to buy a house, says a study. A lot of people are getting money from their family to help them buy a house. This year, about 318,400
London (Parliament Politic Magazine) – A new attempt to save the Wilko store has come up. This time, a company named M2 Capital wants to buy Wilko and keep all the workers’ jobs safe for two years. M2 is one of many
London (Parliament Politic Magazine) – SKE, a Chinese government-affiliated entity, has witnessed swift upsurge in the sales of their Crystal Bar disposable vape products within the UK. These products have garnered criticism for their apparent appeal to minors. In an exclusive interview,
London (Parliament Politic Magazine) – Octopus Energy is talking a lot with Shell about buying the people who use energy in their homes from Shell. If this happens, Octopus Energy could become even bigger and compete with British Gas to provide gas
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – In an announcement, Lightyear has introduced specialized investment accounts tailored for small businesses, including freelancers and sole directors, within the United Kingdom. The investment platform’s goal is to address the underserved sector of small businesses, particularly those
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – Activision Blizzard, the creator of the Call of Duty franchise, is set to transfer its streaming rights to Ubisoft Entertainment in a fresh effort to secure the green light from the UK’s anti-trust regulatory body for its
London (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The High Pay Centre revealed that the median compensation for chief executives in the FTSE 100 rose to £3.91 million in 2022, up from £3.38 million in 2021. This comes as a stark contrast to the financial
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – In a clear indication of the property market’s slowdown, asking prices for homes in the UK have experienced their most significant August decline since 2018. This decline follows four consecutive months of falling house prices. According to
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The continuous closure of a vital bridge and the resulting alternative routes have caused both residents and businesses a great deal of frustration. One business is particularly concerned about its future due to these circumstances. The A432
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The 2023 national risk register for the United Kingdom has evaluated the probability and potential consequences of food supply contamination, yielding valuable insights. In this updated register, the UK government assigned a likelihood rating of four out
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – A business organization established by Hong Kongers in London is introducing a startup initiative aimed at assisting new Hong Kong migrants in establishing businesses in the United Kingdom. The Hong Kong Business Hub, the driving force behind
The unemployment rate rose in the UK to 4.2% in the second quarter, compared to the previous three months. While wage increases are accelerating. This threatens to toughen the policy of the Bank of England again. The jobless rate hit its highest
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – According to a recent report by Bain & Company and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), nearly two-thirds of corporate carbon emissions in the UK are not currently subject to decarbonization targets. This analysis reveals that 64 percent
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – A member of the UK Parliament’s House of Lords recently revealed to Izvestia, Russia’s equivalent of the Financial Times, that numerous British companies are expressing their dissatisfaction with London’s sanctions policy against Russia. However, this discontent remains
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – Britain’s economy has experienced minimal growth for the past 18 months. The current level of economic activity remains stagnant, comparable to the period when Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022, which further exacerbated the already existing inflationary
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – There is a prevailing belief among financial experts in the City that Bank of England policymakers are likely to implement another interest rate hike. However, the outcome of this decision heavily relies on the latest official price
London (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The school holidays that span across July and August are pivotal for the success of Britain’s seaside towns. This is the time when families come to visit and indulge in various activities such as strolling along piers,
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The British government is contemplating the implementation of stricter regulations regarding investment in China following the recent announcement by the US president, which aims to limit the flow of funds and expertise into sensitive technologies within the
The rising cost of living, skyrocketing rents, and the proposed implementation of a congestion charge have compelled numerous business owners in Cambridge city centre to reassess their choice of location. This begs the question: is the cost of conducting business in Cambridge
London (Parliament Politic Magazine) – A think tank has issued a warning that the spending power of workers in several UK regions will not recover to pre-pandemic levels until the end of 2024. The National Institute for Economic and Social Research (Niesr)
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – According to the latest Business Trends report from BDO, hiring intentions and business confidence in both the services and manufacturing sectors experienced declines in July, signaling a slowdown in economic growth. BDO’s Employment Index fell for the
London (Parliament Politic Magazine) – According to research conducted by a property developer, it is imperative for the government to ensure the delivery of an average of 67,500 new homes per quarter by the end of the upcoming year. This ambitious goal
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – According to a survey of over 4,000 firms, business confidence took a hit last month due to concerns about the sluggish UK economy, resulting in a dampening effect on companies’ plans to expand their workforce. Optimism has
London (Parliament Politic Magazine) – One of Britain’s largest lenders to small businesses, Shawbrook Group, is currently developing plans for a £3.5bn merger with the Co-operative Bank. According to sources, Shawbrook Group has recently approached the owners of the Co-operative Bank to
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – UK farmers have issued a warning regarding the negative impact of the cool and wet summer on the harvests of various crops, including wheat, oilseed, and potatoes. This has raised concerns about potential food price inflation. The
London (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The boss of the Bank of England, Andrew Bailey, has informed the BBC that interest rates will not decrease until there is concrete evidence that the rapid increase in prices is slowing down. Bailey stated that rates
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – Etsy has announced that it will significantly reduce the amount of funds held in reserve for sellers worldwide, following a boycott by UK vendors due to delayed payments. Many sellers have chosen to put their Etsy shops
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – Leading provider of ear-piercing products and equipment, Studex, is excited to announce its participation in the upcoming UK Jewellery Festival Trade Event from September 5-6, 2023. This event will serve as a platform for Studex to showcase
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The UK’s financial watchdog, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), has issued a stern warning to banks that offer unreasonably low savings rates to their customers. In an effort to ensure that banks pass on interest rate increases
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – Citigroup has informed its employees in the United Kingdom that it will implement a system to monitor office attendance, reflecting the growing trend on Wall Street towards stricter remote work policies. According to a memo obtained by
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – NatWest has announced its intention to make a substantial payout of £190m to its largest shareholder, the UK government. This move comes in the wake of the recent resignation of chief executive Alison Rose, following a controversy
London (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The British Retail Consortium has identified several factors contributing to the current challenges faced by businesses. These include the burdensome business rates, the ongoing cost of living crisis, and the unprecedented impact of the COVID pandemic. New
London (Parliament Politic Magazine) – British Gas has announced record-breaking first-half profits, reaching nearly £1 billion, following a decision by the energy regulator to permit the recovery of additional funds from household bills. The largest energy provider in the UK has reported
