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Reform in poll surge as Starmer’s approval rating remains worst in UK
Reform UK has extended its lead over Labour in the polls as Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s approval ratings remained the worst of any top British political figure despite rallying calls …
Chiltern Firehouse: Reopening date revealed after major fire
A luxury London hotel popular with celebrities won’t reopen until April 2027 after a large fire earlier this year, it has been confirmed for the first time. Chiltern Firehouse in …
Citroen: UK sales slump by over £400m
A sharp decline in the number of new and used Citroen cars being sold in 2024 contributed to the brand’s revenue being cut by more than £400m. For its latest …
Why Evelyn Partners backed the City’s newest padel tournament
Next week some of the City’s biggest companies will put professional pride on the line in the name of competition – and charity – at the inaugural Evelyn Partners Padel …
China spying case collapse leads to ‘interference’ accusations
Senior officials have pointed fingers at the Labour government over the decision by the Crown Prosecution Service to drop the espionage case against two men accused of spying for China. …
Is This Thing On? at London Film Festival 2025 is inspired by comedian John Bishop
One of the most surprising films at the London Film Festival 2025 is surely Is This Thing On?, a comedy-drama loosely based on the rise of the British comedian John …
Tories vow to ease IR35 rules and cut red tape for small businesses
Identification checks for small businesses would be eased under a new Tory pledge to slash red tape and allow entrepreneurs to open bank accounts at a quicker pace. Andrew Griffith, …
Reform UK: Kent local authority poised to hike council tax
Reform UK-run Kent county council is likely to raise council tax next year, with a cabinet member suggesting that a five per cent hike is on the cards. Diane Morton, …
London City Airport’s profit has almost doubled
Profit at London City Airport almost doubled in 2024 thanks to a rise in passenger numbers, it has been revealed. For its latest financial year, the airport’s pre-tax profit increased …