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07.10.2022 - 23:01
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Evening Standard
Volatility of sterling disrupts winter sun holiday planning – survey
The sterling’s volatility is affecting the plans of millions of people planning winter sun holidays, a new survey has suggested.The plans of 59% of UK adults previously considering booking a foreign holiday have been affected by the pound’s recent slide in value, according to a YouGov poll for Post Office Travel Money.A quarter of respondents …
07.10.2022 - 18:54
Business
Evening Standard
eToro revenues grow 531% in the UK as Brits embrace stock trading
Trading app eToro saw a wave of sign-ups across the UK in 2021 as pandemic lockdowns sparked a surge in interest for buying and selling stocks and shares.The firm saw revenues jumped by over $200 million to $264 million (£238 million) in 2021, filings with Companies House show, while pre-tax profits stood at just shy …
07.10.2022 - 18:35
Business
Evening Standard
Key dates for strikes and potential industrial action affecting the UK
Further strikes are expected across the UK amid continuing industrial disputes over pay, jobs and conditions.Strikes or ballots for industrial action have become a regular occurrence as workers across the country join the growing campaign for pay rises to match soaring inflation in the face of the cost-of-living crisis.The new “winter of discontent” comes amid …
07.10.2022 - 17:13
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Pressat
Rewilding community gathers in Brighton as government view unclear on nature and climate
With the new government yet to give specifics on its environment and climate policies, over 60 people interested in rewilding, climate and well-being will be coming together at an event in Brighton on 11 October held by the nature recovery and climate charity Heal Rewilding. The event runs from 6-9pm at the Brighthelm Centre and features …
07.10.2022 - 16:49
Business
Evening Standard
Sterling falls against a stronger dollar as FTSE 100 slips into the red
The pound slipped in value against the US dollar on Friday as a better-than-expected jobs market indicated a relatively healthy economy across the pond.A stronger dollar also helped lift the FTSE 100 during the day, which is made up of stocks that are largely internationally focused.Energy giants Centrica, BP and Shell were among the companies …
07.10.2022 - 16:20
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St Hilda’s College secures long-term goal of housing all its undergraduates with £18 million purchase of two Oxford properties
St Hilda’s College, Oxford has purchased two substantial properties in the city, allowing it to achieve a long-held strategic goal of offering accommodation to all undergraduates throughout their studies. The purchase of the buildings, 38 St Giles’ and 11 Norham Gardens, was officially completed on Friday 7 October for a combined £18 million, and the …
07.10.2022 - 15:53
Business
Sky News
Kwarteng rules out wholesale reforms to bank ‘firewall’ regime
Kwasi Kwarteng, the chancellor, has ruled out tearing up the regime put in place to segregate high street lenders’ investment banking arms that was put in place after the 2008 financial crisis.Sky News has learnt that Mr Kwarteng told a gathering of industry chief executives this week that bank ring-fencing would not be scrapped or …
07.10.2022 - 15:50
Business
Business Live
Lower UK and Europe sales for Jaguar Land Rover fail to offset China and North America gains
Lower sales in the UK and Europe failed to offset gains in China and North America for Jaguar Land Rover during its latest quarter, new figures have revealed. The automotive giant, which has UK operations across the Midlands and North West, has reported retail sales for the three months to the end of September 2022 …
07.10.2022 - 15:39
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Business Live
Sales hit £20m for 142-year-old bird seed processor Johnston and Jeff
Sales have passed the £20 million mark for a long-standing East Yorkshire bird food manufacturer. Turnover was up virtually 20 per cent for Johnston and Jeff in 2021, with recently added expansion space filled and a second blending plant to be welcomed as it meets growing demand. The business had invested heavily pre-pandemic, with £1 …
07.10.2022 - 14:41
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Business Live
Arco named as a top family business for apprentices
Arco, the UK’s leading safety company, has been named as one of the top 10 family businesses in the UK for employing apprentices. Its work and attitude to professional development saw it listed by Family Business United – the global voice of the family business community. The Hull firm features in the 2022 report looking …
07.10.2022 - 14:28
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Business Live
Ulster University invests £10M to create Jordanstown sports village
Ulster University is to invest £10 million to transform part of its Jordanstown campus into a new “sports village” to further sporting excellence in Northern Ireland. The move follows the relocation of much of the university’s teaching and research facilities to Belfast city centre campus which has allowed the sports faculty room to grow at …
07.10.2022 - 12:00
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Pressat
Silicon Valley Major Software Product Engineering Company Establishes European Headquarters in London, United Kingdom
Zymr, Inc., the full-stack product engineering services company is all set to tap into the multi-billion dollar UK market. Founded in 2012, Zymr has been consistently recognized for its breakthrough solutions, strategic insights, and execution excellence.The UK Subsidiary – Zymr Systems UK Ltd. – will also become the launch pad for other European Countries where …
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