Each week we ask a City figure to take a trip down memory lane. Today, it’s Dame Ottoline Leyser, CEO of UK Research and Innovation and newly appointed deputy gauger …
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What if the OBR too optimistic about growth?
Chancellors preparing for Budgets fret over their fiscal headroom, but what matters in the long-term is the trend rate of growth. And if the OBR has it’s projections wrong, there …
London closes in on New York as world’s top financial centre with Square Mile set for rebound
The Lord Mayor of the City of London has welcomed a survey suggesting the capital isn’t out of the race to be the globe’s top financial centre just yet. The …
British Business Bank launches sequel to billion pound Northern Powerhouse fund
A new fund aiming to invest £660m in companies across the North of England has been launched by the British Business Bank. The Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II will provide …
City’s top motivational wellness speakers, according to poll
For workers across the city it’s not just their wardrobe which will be in for a makeover as we move into spring. The seasonal shift is also the perfect moment …
‘Irreversible toxicity’: Chelsea fans’ group urges ownership to heed warning
Chelsea chiefs have been accused of failing to address “serious supporter concerns” despite being warned they are heading for “irreversible toxicity” and possible fan protests. The Chelsea Supporters’ Trust wrote …
Easter is better than Christmas. Here’s why
Chop off the top half of an Easter Egg, put it flat on the table, then take a step back and look at it. That chocolatey mound is the hill …
Tiger Woods Masters record attempt is on after Augusta chiefs reveal entry list
Tiger Woods looks set to bid for a record-equalling sixth Green Jacket after being included on the entry list for next month’s Masters. The former world No1 and 15-time major …
Wines to have at Easter – including bottles to pair with chocolate
Which wine goes with massive chocolate Easter Eggs? We’ve got a pairing for every Easter Sunday course The long weekend is going to be here soon, bringing with it Easter …
‘Red-letter day’: UK accession to CPTPP trade pact passes into law
Legislation mandating the UK’s accession to the CPTPP Indo-Pacific trade pact has passed into law and been welcomed as a “red-letter day” for British firms. The Trade (Comprehensive and Progressive …