VE Day 80th Anniversary at Leadenhall Market April 30, 2025 Join us in celebrating the 80th Anniversary of VE Day at Leadenhall Market on Thursday 8th May 2025, from 3:00pm–6:00pm, with a vibrant 1940s-inspired street party set against the stunning backdrop of one of the City’s most historic landmarks. Step back in time and soak up the vintage atmosphere with live music and performances that’ll have you [...]
Supply, skills and sustainability: futureproofing procurement for the UK April 30, 2025 UK procurement professionals face a range of challenges in the next few years, from global political and economic uncertainty to recruitment and making the most of technology. Procurement in the UK is changing. The wider environment, with political uncertainty coupled with economic volatility, makes for a challenging landscape. Procurement is increasingly tasked with striking the [...]
10 Things You Need to Know Before Investing in Your First Whisky Cask April 30, 2025 The whisky cask market has experienced significant growth over the past decade, quietlyoutperforming other luxury assets, such as fine wine and vintage cars. With Scotch whisky exports reaching £5.4bn in 2024, showing a steady increase of around 36.7per cent over the last decade, the long-term outlook for cask whisky remains strong, providedinvestors know what to [...]
How AI-powered compliance could fight financial crime April 25, 2025 The financial services sector is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by the rapid advancements and accessibility of artificial intelligence (AI). No longer an experimental concept for the future, AI is being deployed at scale today, fundamentally changing how every financial institution operates globally. The rise of generative AI, in particular, has spurred adoption, with around [...]
Vaping Done Right: How we achieve a smoke-free UK April 24, 2025 | Sponsored We need stronger laws and better enforcement, writes Asli Ertonguc, Head of BAT UK & Western Europe.The next three months will define the trajectory of UK smoking and vaping rates for years, perhaps even decades, to come. The government’s flagship legislation, the Tobacco and Vapes Bill, is entering the final stages of parliamentary scrutiny. On [...]
Eastern City Community Fund 2025: Supporting Local Change April 23, 2025 The Eastern City Community Fund, in partnership with ActionFunder, is proud to announce the latest round of funding awarded to nine outstanding community projects across East London. Now in its third round, the fund continues to back grassroots initiatives that bring people together, support those in need, and help build a fairer, more inclusive society. [...]
Navigating The Future Of Insurance April 23, 2025 In today’s rapidly evolving insurance landscape, navigating complexity and optimising performance requires more than traditional broking services. It demands strategic insight, data-driven decision-making, and a deep understanding of the holistic business environment. This is where Aon’s Capital Advisory team, a key part of its Reinsurance Solutions division, steps in, offering bespoke advisory services that help [...]
Properties For “Meanwhile Activation” April 16, 2025 The Eastern City Business Improvement District is calling on property owners to join a transformative partnership to unlock the potential of vacant spaces, converting underused spaces into thriving centres of activity which enhance the area and benefits everyone working, living and visiting this amazing City. Supported by the City of London Corporation, the Eastern City [...]
London Stansted – The gateway to more possibilities April 15, 2025 Many of us may currently be enjoying an Easter family holiday on a sunny beach, catching up with family or friends overseas, hitting the ski slopes one last time or sightseeing on a city break. Travel unlocks so many possibilities, whether that’s connecting with family and friends or seeing more of the world. And one [...]
Derby, Bourbon and Gatsby: Louisville’s Triple Crown April 15, 2025 THERE’s a particular kind of energy that buzzes through Louisville in spring. It’s part old-money elegance, part bourbon-infused swagger. And this year, there’s a distinct whiff of 1920’s glamour in the air. Why? Because Louisville isn’t just hosting the 151st Kentucky Derby — it’s also toasting 100 years of The Great Gatsby, F. Scott Fitzgerald’s [...]