The private hire taxi firm Addison Lee has reached a settlement with three drivers who were set to take them to the employment tribunal in a long-running battle over workers’ …
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King Lear at the Almeida: A stylish show that runs out of gas
The first 90 minutes of this exceptionally stylish King Lear at the Almeida contain some of the best moments of Shakespeare I’ve seen on the London stage, while the final …
How can Ofwat regulate ‘failing’ firms like Thames Water without pushing them into bankruptcy?
The government has warned the UK’s water regulator that it must remain steadfast in its commitment to discipline failing water companies like Thames Water, irrespective of the potential consequences including …
Perfect Days review: Wim Wenders slow cinema will draw you to the edge of your seat
If there’s one positive thing about the relentless pace of Oscar season, it’s seeing more unusual films enjoy the spotlight. Legendary German filmmaker Wim Wenders (Paris, Texas) collaborates with writer …
Gilts opened up to retail investors as Treasury seeks new sources of demand
Retail investors will be offered direct access to UK government bonds, known as gilts, as the government seeks out new sources of demand for debt in an increasingly constrained fiscal …
The Power of Capitalism: China’s growth is a case study in market forces
Dr Rainer Zitelmann is a German historian, sociologist and author. His latest book is The Power of Capitalism. In our exclusive series, Zitelmann reveals a compelling body of evidence that …
Heat Heroes: Eleni Myrivili’s Inspiring Legacy from COP28 Paves the Way for Urban Resilience
In an impassioned dialogue with Eleni Myrivili, Global Chief Heat Officer, UN Habitat & Arsht-Rock, delves into the core of her mandate and the fervent efforts she leads to address …
James Bond studio Pinewood hails ‘resilience’ to US actors’ strikes as Amazon and Netflix deals boost outlook
The group behind James Bond studio Pinewood has said it remained “largely resilient” to the US actors strike during the final three months of 2023. In its third-quarter results, Pinewood …
Coca-Cola HBC buys vending machine firm BDS to grow in Ireland
Coca-Cola HBC, the European bottling partner of Coca-Cola, has acquired Irish vending machine group BDS Vending Solutions. Founded in 1993, BDS Vending has around 2,000 vending machines spread across Ireland. The firm …
Lombard Odier called in to build £5bn ESG fund for UK pension savers
One of the UK’s biggest pension schemes has called in Lombard Odier to build a £5bn ESG fund to pump into companies tackling climate and social issues. Nest, which represents …