TGI Fridays’ UK owner Hostmore is set to be wound down in a move that could wipe out its shareholders, after revealing it had dropped plans to buy the US …
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HSBC mulls merger of investment banking and commercial arms in cost-cutting drive
HSBC is mulling a merger of its investment and commercial banking arms as part of a push by new chief Georges Elhedery to slash costs, according to reports. Elhedery, who …
Why The Open organisers R&A have swung back to £8.5m profit
The R&A, organiser of golf’s Open Championship, swung back into profit last year thanks to improved returns from its investment portfolio. The body, which is also responsible for setting the …
Government must sack air traffic control boss after ‘long line of cock ups,’ Ryanair’s Michael O’Leary says
The new Labour government must sack the head of the UK’s air traffic control service after the latest in a “long line of cock ups,” Ryanair chief executive Michael O’Leary …
Unite Students faces legal action over rats, mould and rubbish in flats
Hundreds of students across the country have demanded rent refunds from the UK’s biggest accommodation provider, citing problems ranging from rat infestations to dirty flats. Flat Justice, a not-for-profit tenants’ …
The Amalfi Coast is at its best in October – here’s why
Mention Amalfi, and most imagine a sun-drenched romantic road trip along Italy’s famed coast, meandering through rustic towns draped in bougainvillea and cascading down mountainous cliffs towards a shimmering blue …
Porsche 911 S/T 2024 review: Combining the 911’s best bits
Mehr-minder, literally translated as ‘more-less’, was Porsche’s official name for the M471 option package. Ticking that box back in 1970 would transform your 911 S into a lightweight, stripped-out ST, …
Mallory Court in Warwickshire is an outstanding retreat
Mallory Court, a country estate near Leamington Spa, is the perfect weekend retreat, says Harry Owen THE WEEKEND: Founded by IT entrepreneur Sir Peter Rigby, Mallory Court is part of …
Manchester United widen scope of £2bn stadium plans with new partnership
Manchester United have taken another step towards building a new £2bn stadium by entering into a strategic partnership with local authorities. Sir Jim Ratcliffe has prioritised a new home for …
Investors pounce on start-up incentive scheme amid fears of Labour tax rises
Flows into a government-backed scheme offering tax reliefs for investors in UK start-ups have surged since the general election, new data has revealed, as fears grow of possible tax rises …