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‘Burnt-out’ university staff continue strike action across Scotland
Thousands of university staff are “absolutely burnt out”, a union official said as thousands walked out in a second day of strike action in Scotland.Around 8,000 lecturers, librarians and researchers who are members of the University and College Union (UCU) continued their 48-hour walkout on Friday in an ongoing dispute over pay, pensions and conditions.The …
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Details of NHS services exempt from nursing strike to be set out, says union
Details will be set out soon on which services within the NHS will be exempt from strike action, as the health service prepares for the likely cancellation of thousands of operations and appointments next month.Services deemed “life-preserving” and “emergency-type care” will continue on strike days, a nursing chief said, but she declined to give exact …
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SSE to sell 25% stake in transmission network arm for £1.5bn
SSE has agreed an almost £1.5 billion deal to sell a quarter of its power transmission network business to a Canadian pension fund.The UK power company said it will see the 25% stake in SSEN Transmission to Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan Board.The transmission arm operates under its licenced entity Scottish Hydro Electric Transmission.SSE told shareholders …
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Marked slowdown in housing market since mini budget, says LSL Property Services
A slowdown in the housing has made conditions more challenging than expected, says a major North East agency group. LSL Property Services said its estate agency and finance services revenues were both down thanks to fewer house purchases and a smaller new build market. However, the Newcastle-based plc broadly maintained group revenues in the 10 …
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North East to lead project to boost tourism economy through big events
The North East is to spearhead a national tourism programme that aims to create jobs and bring major sporting and cultural events to the UK. The Government is looking to streamline the dozens of destination management organisations that currently promote the UK on the global stage with plans to give accreditation and funding to a …
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New rules for energy companies following billions spent on collapse of suppliers
The gas and electricity watchdog has announced a series of new rules for energy companies, including requiring firms to hold more capital, similar to the regulations placed on the banks in the wake of the financial crisis.Ofgem has proposed the regulations to protect customers and make firms more resilient after a number of electricity suppliers …
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New rules for energy companies after billions spent on collapse of suppliers
The gas and electricity watchdog has announced a series of new rules for energy companies, including requiring firms to hold more capital, similar to the regulations placed on the banks in the wake of the financial crisis.Ofgem has proposed the regulations to protect customers and make firms more resilient after a number of electricity suppliers …
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Fly Killing Salt Gun Launches in the UK
Fly Killing Salt Gun Launches in the UK The air-powered gun, which has been taking the US by storm, blasts salt at unsuspecting bugs — leaving no gooey mess to clean up afterwards A popular, modern-day alternative to the fly swatter called the Bug-A-Salt has finally launched in the UK this spring after proving exceptionally …
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Quadrant Books scoops ‘Afro-Saxon’ the follow-up to ‘A Black Boy at Eton’, the searing, ground-breaking book that displayed the deep psychological effects of racism in the UK and in the public school system
New indie press Quadrant Books, launched in early 2022, scoops author Dillibe Onyeama’s follow-up to ‘A Black Boy at Eton’ with ‘Afro-Saxon’, plus two new fiction titles by the same author, due for publication late 2023. Dillibe Onyeama was the first black boy to complete his education at Eton. Written at just twenty-one, it was …
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Boost for UK car production as industry returns to growth
UK car production has returned to growth, although it is still well below pre-pandemic levels, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders says.Some 69,524 cars were built in October, up 7.4% on the same month a year ago. September had seen a fall in numbers, after four consecutive months of growth, illustrating how supply chain …
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Strikes every day before Christmas – which sectors are affected and why
The UK is facing a wave of strikes this winter, with at least one walkout a day ahead of Christmas, as workers from different industries seek better pay.From transport to the NHS, education to delivery drivers, tens of thousands of people from various industries are expected to take industrial action as recession grips the UK …
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Articulate Marketing wins Investors In People ‘Small Employer of the Year’ Award
London: Articulate Marketing was announced as the winner of Small Employer of the Year at The Investors in People Awards 2022. Articulate CEO, Matthew Stibbe, is incredibly proud of this win, and of the team. It recognises the amazing progress Articulate Marketing has made with learning, development, management and building a vision for the agency. …

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