Growth in services exports not enough to prevent widening UK trade deficit April 22, 2024 The worsening aggregate picture comes from a widening trade deficit with the EU.
Regulator: Working with big tech including Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Apple and Meta is top priority April 22, 2024 If the FCA deems technology companies' data useful for finance, it will "incentivise" sharing through Open Banking.
Parliamentary researcher and academic charged following China ‘spying’ investigation April 22, 2024 Two men have been charged with spying for China after an investigation by counter-terrorism police.
Fresh train strikes to disrupt commuters in May as drivers walk out again April 22, 2024 Train drivers at 16 rail companies will launch another series of one-day strikes in May, it has been announced.
Iceland boss thanks medics who ‘saved his life’ after collapse in London Marathon April 22, 2024 "I collapsed and fell unconscious less than 2 miles before the London Marathon finish line with hyperthermic shock - body temp was 42 and rising."
City of London has ‘record’ office leasing deals allaying hybrid work fears April 22, 2024 The City of London market saw a record 331 office leasing deals in 2023, the joint highest number recorded over the last 10 years, defying concerns the area had experienced a downturn following a rise in hybrid working patterns.
Real-World Assets on the Blockchain: Unlocking New Investment Opportunities April 22, 2024 Have you ever wanted to invest in real estate, artwork, or commodities, but found the process too complex or expensive? Enter Real-World Assets (RWA) on the blockchain – a game-changing concept that's making investing more accessible and providing efficient liquidity for everyone.
Airfield on standby for Rwanda flights, Rishi Sunak announces as bill set to pass April 22, 2024 The government has an airfield on standby with commercial charter planes booked, Rishi Sunak has announced, as the Rwanda Bill is expected to finally pass today.
Peers call on regulator to halt ‘name and shame’ plans as City fury grows April 22, 2024 An influential group of peers has called on the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to halt plans to ‘name and shame’ the firms it is investigating as fury over the proposals grows in the City.
Helical extends London Wework lease amid takeover talks April 22, 2024 Property investment and development company Helical has extended its lease with Wework until June following a decision late last year to remove the struggling hybrid workplace provider after it could no longer pay its rent.