Hospitality sector ‘facing cash crunch’ without further support February 26, 2021 One in five businesses in the UK hospitality sector could run out of cash in the next week unless more emergency support is confirmed, the industry has warned. In a letter to the government, more than 200 hospitality firms warned they faced a “truly perilous” situation with months of continued restrictions ahead. Prime Minister Boris [...]
Pfizer Covid vaccine reduces transmission after one dose, study finds February 26, 2021 A single dose of the Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine could significantly reduce the risk of transmission, results of a UK study found on Friday. Researchers analysed results from thousands of Covid tests carried out each week as part of hospital screenings for healthcare staff in Cambridge. The vaccine, developed in partnership with BioNTech, could cut the [...]
Exclusive: UK finance leaders want buoyant investment as we enter post-Covid world February 26, 2021 UK finance leaders are gearing up for a year of eager investment as Covid recovery prospects boost economic positivity, according to a report by procurement consultancy Proxima. The survey found that a combination of political change and post-Covid visions are underpinning an overwhelmingly positive outlook. So, what will the future bring for the UK’s wounded [...]
EU vaccine passports will be ‘ready by summer’, leaders agree at summit February 26, 2021 EU vaccine passports will be 'ready by summer', leaders agree at summit
British Airways owner IAG swings to €7bn loss as Covid-19 decimates travel industry February 26, 2021 British Airways owner IAG swings to €7bn loss as Covid-19 decimates travel industry
A catch-up strategy? How Government can give young Brits a boost in Budget 2021 February 26, 2021 A catch-up strategy? How Government can give young Brits a boost in Budget 2021
London City boss joins calls for global approach to lifting travel restrictions February 26, 2021 The boss of London City airport has today joined calls for the government to lead the way in implementing a set of “globally recognised travel standards” to get the capital thriving again. His comments came as business body London First said the government should champion measures allowing visitors with either proof of vaccination or a [...]
Cyber gang hacks into Oxford University’s Covid-19 lab February 25, 2021 Oxford University Lab Strubi has been hacked by Cybergang selling secrets
Ireland’s Aer Lingus appoints IAG Cargo head as new CEO February 25, 2021 Aer Lingus secures IAG Cargo head as it's new CEO after fighting for survival during the pandemic
Moderna expects $18.4bn in Covid-19 vaccine sales this year February 25, 2021 US based Moderna is expecting $18.4bn in sales after vaccine deals are successful with countries