Investment trust PRS REIT is facing a significant shareholder rebellion, which is attempting to oust its chair and change the direction of the property investor. Investors including Waverton Investment Management …
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Sing Sing film review: Colman Domingo shines in imaginative prison drama
Colman Domingo, a talented character actor only just beginning to get his due as a star, leads a thrilling ensemble in this uplifting true-life drama. He plays John “Divine G” …
HSBC reveals senior management shake-up under new boss
HSBC has announced the departure of three top executives as part of sweeping changes to the bank’s management ahead of its new chief executive’s arrival next week. On Thursday, Europe’s …
Octopus Group founder: Financial services is still the least trusted industry in the world
Every week, Charlie Conchie sits down with the biggest movers and shakers in financial services, tech and fintech. This week, it’s Octopus Group co-founder and CEO, Simon Rogerson. “The funny …
Gopuff to increase fees as it hopes to deliver first UK profit after cutting almost 1,000 jobs
Delivery company Gopuff is to up its fees as it targets turning its first-ever UK profit in the coming years after shedding almost 1,000 jobs in 2023. The US-headquartered company …
Future of Rosebank in doubt as UK drops challenge to judicial review
The future of Britain’s largest untapped oil field, Rosebank, has been thrown in to doubt after the new government said it would not challenge a judicial review. The decision affects …
Pernod Ricard’s Russia exit leads to sales fall for Scotch whisky maker Chivas Brothers
Pernod Ricard stopping all exports of its international brands to Russia led to a fall in sales for Scotch whisky maker Chivas Brothers during its latest financial year. The Scotland-headquartered …
Outdoor pub smoking ban would cause ‘serious economic harm’ to UK hospitality
A possible smoking ban in outdoor spaces of pubs, bars and restaurants in the UK is likely to do more harm than good, leading trade figures have warned. The ban …
Puregym: UK surge helps half-year sales reach milestone
A surge in its UK performance helped Puregym post sales of £300m for the first half of its financial year. The Leeds-headquartered company achieved a 10 per cent increase in …
Bupa launches ‘Netflix style’ private GP subscription service
British health insurance provider Bupa has launched a new subscription-based GP service as the healthcare industry increasingly shifts towards on-demand services. For under £20 a month, subscribers gain access to …