Russell & Bromley faces high street exit as Next takeover puts 450 jobs at risk
Russell & Bromley could disappear from UK high streets as Next moves to acquire the brand, putting 37 stores and 450 jobs at risk. Read more: Russell & Bromley faces…
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Jobs market stalls as permanent and temporary hiring both fall
UK hiring slowed again in December as permanent and temporary roles declined, with unemployment already at a four-year high. Read more: Jobs market stalls as permanent and temporary hiring both…
Liz Kendall warns xAI over Grok images as UK moves to criminalise non-consensual AI deepfakes
The Technology Secretary warns xAI could be blocked in the UK as new laws target AI-generated intimate images without consent. Read more: Liz Kendall warns xAI over Grok images as…
£14m divorce battle exposes the risks of non-disclosure in complex family wealth cases
A £14m divorce battle involving the former INXS manager exposes how non-disclosure and family gifts can unravel financial settlements. Read more: £14m divorce battle exposes the risks of non-disclosure in…
Aer Lingus moves closer to closing Manchester base as margins fail to stack up
Aer Lingus is set to stop long-haul flights from Manchester, putting 200 jobs at risk as the airline says margins are no longer viable. Read more: Aer Lingus moves closer…
Weight loss jabs are changing how Britain eats – and Greggs is feeling the impact
Greggs boss says weight loss injections are changing customer behaviour, driving demand for smaller portions and protein-rich food. Read more: Weight loss jabs are changing how Britain eats – and…
Soho House shares slide as investor pulls funding from $1.8bn take-private deal
Soho House shares slide after key investor MCR fails to fund a $200m commitment, putting a $1.8bn take-private deal at risk. Read more: Soho House shares slide as investor pulls…
More than half of British workers making mistakes due to stress, research finds
New research shows workplace stress is driving mistakes, missed deadlines and sick leave for millions of UK employees. Read more: More than half of British workers making mistakes due to…
5,500 small firms urge Reeves to halt ‘apocalyptic’ business rates shock
More than 5,500 small businesses warn Rachel Reeves that looming business rates changes could force permanent closures across UK high streets. Read more: 5,500 small firms urge Reeves to halt…
Nightlife leaders warn business rates relief must go beyond pubs
Nightclubs, theatres and music venues warn business rates rises of up to 200% could force closures unless government relief is extended beyond pubs. Read more: Nightlife leaders warn business rates…