By: James Nickerson

I am a reporter at City A.M. looking at the stories, people and data behind political events from the UK, Europe and further afield. I also write about infrastructure and transport, as well as broader issues around global business.

All 1782 Articles

EU referendum: Remain leads as Leave camp continues infighting

May 17, 2016

With over five weeks to go until the UK votes in the EU referendum, Remain continues to lead, as the Leave campaign continues to fight itself. Some 55 per cent of people support Remain, according to the latest ORB poll, a four per cent rise, while 40 per cent back Leave, a three per cent drop. [...]
British cities and regions need to seize the opportunity provided by HS2, says Independent Transport Commission

May 16, 2016

British cities and regions should seize the opportunity provided by HS2 to generate economic growth, according to a new report. The study by the Independent Transport Commission found that there could be social and economic benefits brought by HS2, and that British cities should jump on the once-in-a-generation public infrastructure investment project to propel growth. [...]
London housing: Mayor of London Sadiq Khan plans to fast-track scores of sites owned by Transport for London to build homes

May 16, 2016

After pledging to build new homes on land owned by City Hall if elected Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan has said he intends to fast-track scores of sites for development. During a visit to Landmark Court in Southwark, which is owned by Transport for London, Khan announced that the wants to unlock the site, which [...]
Green Party leadership: Who are the runners and riders to replace Natalie Bennett

May 16, 2016

Green Party leader Natalie Bennett has announced she will stand down from the helm of the party in August after four years leading the party, paving the way for younger blood. Bennett won't be standing for re-election when her second two-year term comes to an end this summer, though she does intend to stay "fully engaged". Given [...]
CMA says BAA breakup shows how competition leads to benefits while adding further gains can be realised if runway capacity restraints can be lifted

May 16, 2016

The breakup of BAA is an example of how competition can lead to benefits for business and personal customers, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has said, while adding further gains can be realised if runway capacity restraints can be lifted. The CMA published an evaluation of the decision to break up BAA, which found a [...]
EU referendum: YouGov polls say Britain thought to be more influential in Europe than not

May 16, 2016

Britain's influence in global affairs is a key battleground in the EU referendum, with the Remain and Leave side claiming the UK's power will be larger if they win the vote. But looking beyond the arguments each side are spouting, Britain's perceived influence in European affairs is at an all-time high, according to data compiled by [...]
EU referendum: Prime Minister David Cameron says poorest would be worst hit in recession while he praises EU for equality and human rights

May 16, 2016

Every single job depends on a strong economy, which itself depends on the EU, Prime Minister David Cameron has warned. The Prime Minister, appealing to similar arguments Labour has made for remaining in the EU, echoed sentiments of the governor of the Bank of England, Mark Carney, that a recession could hit in the event of Brexit, [...]
Nissan accused of manipulating emissions tests by South Korean government

May 16, 2016

The South Korean government has now accused Nissan of manipulating emissions tests for its Qashqai model. Nissan has denied any wrongdoing, but the government is planning to fine the car maker 330m won (£195,000) and sue the head of Nissan's Korean operation. The allegations come after a probe of 20 diesel car models by the environment ministry. Read [...]
Donald Trump tells Prime Minister David Cameron he’s not stupid and warns their relationship could sour if he wins the White House

May 16, 2016

Presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump has sent Prime Minister David Cameron a strong and simple message: I'm not stupid. The billionaire said that any relationship with the Prime Minister may not be "very good" after Cameron had said Trump's proposed blanket ban on Muslims entering America was, in fact, stupid. The Prime Minister had [...]
Tooting by-election: Dr Rosena Allin-Khan chosen by Labour in battle to secure Sadiq Khan’s former seat

May 14, 2016

Labour has chosen Dr Rosena Allin-Khan as its candidate in the Tooting by-election, triggered by the resignation of Sadiq Khan after he won City Hall. The by-election will take place on 16 June in a constituency that has been held by Labour since its origin. Allin-Khan was born in Tooting and lives in the area with [...]

Mastercard issues winding up petition against London fintech Guavapay

Which Gallagher Prem Rugby stadium is the best?

Best of 2025: Mass hallucinations – how I caught an AI reporter

By: James Nickerson

All 1782 Articles

Subscribe