Profit at the UK arm of McDonald’s almost doubled in 2024 as it cut more than 2,000 jobs, it has been revealed. The US fast food giant has posted a …
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Papa John’s: UK losses continue as over 70 locations closed
The UK arm of Papa John’s continued to make significant losses in 2024 as it closed more than 70 locations. The division of the US pizza giant has reported a …
Bank of England to cut interest rates but faces dilemma on outlook
The Bank of England is unlikely to signal faster interest rate cuts at this Thursday’s meeting, leading economists have said, leaving the future of monetary policy in the balance. Monetary …
Motor finance: Lloyds shares set to jump after ruling
Shares in Lloyds Banking Group and Close Brothers are expected to rally as markets open on Monday after the Supreme Court’s landmark motor finance ruling last week. Analysts at Jefferies …
President Donald Trump could be given Freedom of the City of London
President Donald Trump could be offered the Freedom of the City of London during his second state visit to the UK in September. The Independent has reported that the Freedom …
Exclusive: OnlyFans signs up England cricket star Tymal Mills
England international Tymal Mills has agreed a partnership with OnlyFans that will see him become the first big-name cricketer on the global content creator platform. Mills joins other athletes including …
Comparing Nigel Farage to Jimmy Savile marks a new low in politics
Invoking Jimmy Savile to attack Nigel Farage over online safety is not just offensive – it exposes a deeper intolerance in political debate. Peter Kyle’s remarks cross a dangerous line, …
Airline hails spike in premium bookings to the UK
Airline Emirates has recorded a surge in bookings from affluent visitors to the UK, which it claimed is “driving forward economic growth” in the country. Bookings for first class seats …
High street banks lost £100bn in customer savings to rivals since 2019
High street lenders have lost the equivalent of £100bn in customer savings to online banks and building societies as they come under pressure to adapt amid a major shift in …
Business chiefs urge Labour to train UK’s young Neets
Top business executives across the country have urged the Labour government to introduce a tax relief for training young people not in employment, education or training (Neet). In a joint …