Manufacturing businesses are grappling with a rising tide of Employment Tribunal claims, driven by economic pressures, which are set to become even more challenging under the Employment Rights Bill. A …
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Supernova: Ex-Saatchi Sir John Hegarty backs social network
Sir John Hegarty, the creative heavyweight behind Saatchi & Saatchi, TBWA London and Bartle Bogle Hegarty, has become an investor and creative adviser to social network Supernova. The platform, created …
Rugby: London Irish comeback begins with new partnership
London Irish Rugby Club will today take the first step in their comeback towards professional rugby by announcing a commercial partnership with ticketing company Tixr. The former Prem team, who …
Petershill Partners blames ‘enduring valuation discount’ as it quits London Stock Exchange
Investment firm Petershill Partners has become the latest business to unveil plans to quit the London Stock Exchange after it complained of suffering from an “enduring valuation discount.” The FTSE …
Eden Project: Losses more than double amid job losses
Losses at the Eden Project in Cornwall more than doubled as a “major restructuring” led to a large number of jobs being lost. New accounts filed with Companies House show …
Farage to confront ‘dinosaur’ Bailey on Bank’s independence
Reform UK’s Nigel Farage and Richard Tice are set to challenge Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey on monetary policy at a showdown meeting today, with instability from quantitative tightening …
Pizza Express: Losses balloon to over £40m as sales slide
Losses at Pizza Express ballooned to more than £40m in 2024, it has been revealed, as its sales also dipped. The restaurant chain’s pre-tax losses went from £7.9m to £40.7m …
Unexpected turns: Exploring the City of London
If you really want to get to know the City of London, forget the big shiny buildings for a second and just wander. You’ll find old alleyways, odd corners, and …
The ICC at Olympia: London’s newest International Convention Centre
When the International Convention Centre (ICC) at Olympia opens in early 2026, it won’t just mark the launch of another London venue. It will be part of a visionary £1.3 …
Prem Rugby: Four business stories to watch this season
English top flight rugby is back this evening with a snazzy new brand: the Premiership has become the Prem, and Thursday nights are the new Fridays. Sure, tonight’s opener between …