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24.02.2023 - 14:03
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Sky News
Rail union cancels strike action after members accept pay deal
Members of the Transport Salaried Staffs Association (TSSA) have voted to accept offers by train companies in the long-running dispute over pay, job security and conditions, the union has announced.“Given this result, TSSA will notify employers that the ballot for Industrial Action has also been withdrawn,” the union said in a statement. “Accepting the offer …
24.02.2023 - 13:28
Business
Sky News
War in Ukraine, women in the workplace, and the merchandise industry
As Ukrainians mark a year since Russia’s invasion, Ian is joined by Ukraine’s deputy economy minister, and the chief executive of the Ukrainian steelmaker Metinvest – owners of the Azovstal steel mill in Mariupol, which was besieged by Russian soldiers last May.He also speaks to the chief executive at Allbright and the chair of Going …
24.02.2023 - 11:54
Business
Sky News
Apex eyes move for stricken fund services group MJ Hudson
A financial services giant backed by an Abu Dhabi state investment fund is the latest suitor to emerge as a contender to swoop on parts of the stricken London-listed company MJ Hudson.Sky News has learnt that Apex Group, which is based in Bermuda and has around 12,000 employees, plans to table an offer next week …
24.02.2023 - 11:52
Business
Sky News
Gousto slashes jobs and curbs hiring plans as it delivers falling valuation
Gousto, the meal-kit delivery service, has slashed its workforce and taken an axe to its ambitious hiring plans.Sky News has learnt that the company, which is backed by the celebrity fitness instructor Joe Wicks, has cut 14% of its headcount in recent months. A person close to Gousto said the redundancy round equated to fewer …
24.02.2023 - 09:56
Business
Evening Standard
Uphill task for new Jupiter chief as funds wobble and profits crash
The extent of the task facing new Jupiter chief Matthew Beesley was made plain today when he reported a crash in assets and profits.Beesley has been CEO of the storied fund management group since last October and has to battle some troubling performance stats and wider scepticism that active fund management can add value to …
24.02.2023 - 09:52
Business
Business Live
Investment package launched to attract business growth in Neath Port Talbot
A business support package has been launched by Neath Port Talbot Council to encourage companies from across Wales, the UK and internationally to establish operations in the region. The council has unveiled its ‘Front and Centre for Business’ package, a free and confidential support system which will help businesses access potential funding streams, locate potential …
24.02.2023 - 09:37
Business
Business Live
Ballynahinch houseboat manufacturer trebles production after major investment
A Ballynahinch company is on course to treble production of its specialist houseboats after investing in a purpose-built production space. Bluefield Houseboats said it will now be able to produce 36 vessels a year from just 12 currently after acquiring developing a 6,000 square feet factory on land just outside the County Down town. The …
24.02.2023 - 09:33
Business
Business Live
Northern Ireland retail sector slams councils’ decision to up business rates
The recent rise in business rates will heap further pressure on retail companies across Northern Ireland likely heighten inflationary pressures. That is the view of the body representing some of the largest retail business in the province which called the move by 11 councils a “huge disappointment” in light of the decision to freeze rates …
24.02.2023 - 09:06
Business
Evening Standard
Vet group CVS aims to expand beyond UK as H1 profit grows
Vet group CVS is setting its sights on expansion beyond the UK, after further revenue growth in the six months to 31 December.Revenue was up 8.2% to £296.3 million, while operating profit increased by 19.7% to £31.5 million.While some of the growth in revenue and profit came from the significant increase in pets that occurred …
24.02.2023 - 09:04
Business
Business Live
ADVERTORIAL: How an advisory board can help business owners overcome loneliness and take on their biggest challenges
Running your own business is no mean feat, and small business owners can find themselves faced with all kinds of challenges that they may not be prepared for. From knowing which marketing will be most effective, to struggling with the loneliness that comes with being the leader, there are plenty of hurdles to tackle when …
24.02.2023 - 09:00
Business
Evening Standard
Energy bills to rise despite estimated reduction to Ofgem price cap – analysts
Energy bills will rise by an average of £500 a year despite an expected reduction in Ofgem’s price cap, analysts expect.The energy regulator is expected to announce on Monday that it will drop its cap on the amount energy suppliers are able to charge by around £1,000 to £3,295, effective from April 1, according to …
24.02.2023 - 08:58
Business
Evening Standard
Londoners did £7.3 billion worth of unpaid overtime work last year
Londoners performed £7.3 billion worth of unpaid overtime work in 2022, far more than any other UK region.Research from the Trades Union Congress based on ONS data covering the third quarter of 2022 found that 16.7% of London workers did unpaid overtime work in 2022, more than any other region in the UK.With these employees …
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