Is it too early to speculate about who might take the big prizes at the Oscars next month? Victoria Luxford on the clues we can glean from last night’s Bafta …
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Gove clamp down on short term lets like Airbnb could lead to ‘two-tier system’
A change in planning rules will mean councils can clamp down on homeowners renting out their second or third homes on a short term basis to holiday makers, sparking fears …
Julian Assange’s final chance of appeal against extradition kicks off tomorrow
The long-running legal battle over the extradition of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange makes a return to the English court this week, as he faces a 175-year jail sentence across the …
How to exploit London Theatre Week, where West End shows offer exclusive prices
It’s London Theatre Week, which means two things: Firstly, it’s time to get excited about booking loads of shows you haven’t yet had time to see. Secondly, the name London …
Pockit: Fintech boss on ‘debanking’ and plans to fill gap left by Amigo and Wonga
While the term “debanking” has become a staple since last summer, the issue of financial inclusion has been a priority for Pockit co-founder and chief executive Virraj Jatania for years. …
Hipgnosis launches legal action against its fund manager founder Mercuriadis
Hipgnosis Songs Fund has launched legal action against its fund manager Hipgnosis Songs Management (HSM) and founder Merck Mercuriadis. The music royalties trust said that HSM had refused to protect …
Aston Martin to create 400 UK jobs as it increases manufacturing on higher demand
Aston Martin has announced plans to recruit more than 400 technicians at its plants in Gaydon, Warwickshire and St Athan, in Wales. In a statement, the marque said the launch …
Leaving interest rates on hold risks deepening recession, Haldane warns
Leaving interest rates on hold for too long risks deepening the UK’s recession, the Bank of England’s former chief economist has said. Asked on Bloomberg whether higher interest rates risked …
Currys: Could Mike Ashley’s Frasers Group enter bidding war?
Electricals retailer Currys hit the headlines over the weekend after it emerged it could become the latest big name to leave the London Stock Exchange in a huge take-private deal. …
Manchester United Women’s revenue overtakes some men’s professional clubs
Manchester United Women earned revenues of £7m last year – more than the average men’s professional team in League Two. Turnover increased by almost £2m year-on-year, thanks to higher crowds …