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 …
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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 …
Inside Bafta 2024: how the awards ceremony takes over London
London’s ritziest restaurants and hotels get booked up months, perhaps years, ahead of time: The Bafta 2024 Awards showcase London as its best, but take months of organising Cillian Murphy …
London Southend Airport moots deal to secure future amid loan spat with Carlyle
London Southend Airport owner Esken is mooting a deal to secure the embattled hub’s future and resolve ongoing funding dispute with Carlyle Group. Under the new arrangement, the aviation and …
UK’s largest nightclub operator Rekom owed over £120m as it collapsed into administration and cut 470 jobs
The UK’s largest nightclub operator owed more than £120m as it collapsed into administration and cut almost 500 jobs before a rescue deal was agreed, it has been revealed. Rekom …