The proportion of former rental properties entering the sales market has reached a record high, driven by landlords’ concerns over a potential rise in capital gains tax (CGT) in the forthcoming budget, according to property website Rightmove. Currently, 18% of properties for sale were previously rented out, compared to justContinue Reading
The UK’s private sector economy grew more rapidly than anticipated in August, with businesses expressing concerns over potential tax increases in Chancellor Rachel Reeves’s upcoming first budget. The S&P Global composite purchasing managers’ index (PMI) rose to 53.8 in August from 52.8 in July, surpassing analysts’ predictions of 53.4 andContinue Reading
Union leaders have backed Keir Starmer’s planned ‘reset’ of Brexit and predicted that it will help save the British car industry. In an interview with The Independent, Paul Nowak, the general secretary of the Trades Union Congress (TUC), said he “absolutely” believed the policy would keep manufacturing and other jobs inContinue Reading
For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Beau DeMayo, the creator of the Marvel Animation series X-Men ‘97 who was fired inContinue Reading
In the high-stakes world of business, much like in poker, success often hinges on the ability to make strategic decisions under pressure, read the competition, and take calculated risks. For UK SMEs, these skills are not just advantageous—they are essential. As the UK’s largest business magazine for entrepreneurs, start-ups, andContinue Reading
The UK’s casino industry stands at a crossroads. Despite being a cornerstone of the leisure, hospitality, and tourism sectors, its potential is being hindered by outdated regulations. With online and offshore operators rapidly expanding their foothold and attracting a growing number of players, the need for comprehensive reform has neverContinue Reading
Alison Rose, the former CEO of NatWest, made history as the first woman to lead a major UK bank. Now a senior adviser to the private equity firm Charterhouse, she is widely recognised for her commitment to female entrepreneurship and sustainability. Rose chaired the 2019 Alison Rose Review on FemaleContinue Reading
Almost one in three temporary Black and minority ethnic staff have suffered physical violence, according to a leaked NHS review revealing “shocking” levels of racism in the health service. Tens of thousands of NHS workers on zero hour contracts, also called bank staff, have faced “unacceptable” levels of racism, theContinue Reading
Biology researchers who developed a drug to treat skin cancer are to receive almost £30 million in funding in order to help treat even more diseases. The research unit, based at the University of Dundee, was awarded the funding by the UK Government on Thursday, which will allow them toContinue Reading
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