London’s most famous plumber Charlie Mullins: ‘I’d take another pandemic over Brexit every time’ December 16, 2020 Reflecting on the year that was, the coronavirus pandemic caused havoc in 2020 and helped to put this year down in the history books for the wrong reasons, London’s most famous plumber, Pimlico Plumbers’ founder and CEO Charlie Mullins, tells City A.M. this morning. “Having said that, I would relive this current crisis rather than endure [...]
Disinterest in trade jobs could see UK miss out on £98bn of growth, B&Q boss warns October 19, 2023 B&Q's owner stressed the importance of training up people in trade roles such as plumbing and electrics to address the shortfall.
The Mario movie plays it safe, but gives us decent nostalgia – review April 25, 2023 After his one-time rival Sonic became a box office hit, it seemed inevitable that Nintendo mascot Mario would get his own movie. Illumination, the animation studio behind Minions, will be hoping this animated adaptation fares better than the 1993 live action disaster with Bob Hoskins. Taking inspiration from 40 plus years of gaming history, The [...]
Super Mario Bros Wonder review: Nintendo retires Switch in spectacular fashion October 27, 2023 The Nintendo Switch is the most successful ever console – it bows out on top with the excellent Super Mario Bros Wonder
Origin sees Ava DuVernay on fine form exploring racism March 6, 2024 Origin shows that for those who want cinema to challenge them, there are few directors who will do the job better than Ava DuVernay
The VAT fly trap: how our taxes are keeping growth at a standstill November 13, 2023 There are problems in the UK tax system, but one of them which is actively and obviously holding back businesses: the VAT threshold
Four in five tradespeople have mental health problem due to work May 11, 2024 For Mental Health Awareness Week, UK tradespeople have shared their own mental health experiences, to encourage other people in the industry to speak about their feelings.
Clifford Chance paid working class staff 44.1 per cent less than employees from professional families April 6, 2022 Employees at Magic Circle law firm Clifford Chance, whose parents work as plumbers, electricians, or train drivers, took home significantly less pay in 2021 than staff whose parents work as teachers, accountants or solicitors. Clifford Chance employees from working class families earned 44.1 per cent less last year than staff at the law firm from [...]
Hunt should join the Mottley crew of reformers at the World Bank and IMF April 20, 2023 There are many interesting conversations taking place at the World Bank and IMF. Unfortunately, the UK government and the City seem to be absent from these discussions, writes Barry Johnston
Transform lives aboard a hospital ship September 13, 2021 Mercy Ships operates the largest charity-run hospital ships in the world, delivering vital medical care to the world’s poorest people. Globally, two out of three people have no access to safe, affordable surgery when they need it. Hospital ships can make a world of difference to these people, offering often life-saving medical attention as they [...]