Why has levelling up failed? November 17, 2023 Levelling up has become a semi-religious mantra to which Labour has joined in the ubiquitous chanting. Yet the scheme has been mired in criticism – its selection process was condemned as “corrupt” and local authorities are struggling to spend their lot.
Former CNN boss gets behind Barclay coup for Telegraph titles November 17, 2023 Media investment fund Redbird IMI is reportedly backing the Barclay family's £1.1bn attempt to reclaim control over The Telegraph.
Autumn statement: Hunt to receive OBR forecast as he eyes inheritance tax cuts November 17, 2023 Earlier this week the Chancellor said he would use Wednesday’s autumn statement to address labour supply issues and business investment
Even high-earners feeling the pinch: Over a quarter on £100K pay cheque to pay cheque November 17, 2023 Around one in four people earning a six-figure salary say they are living pay cheque to pay cheque, according to a survey. Some 26 per cent of people surveyed across the UK with an annual income of £100,000-plus said they had no money left at the end of the month, wealth manager RBC Brewin Dolphin [...]
Amigo says talks for potential deal fell through – as liquidation looms November 17, 2023 If it cannot find a “viable alternative” there will be nothing left for shareholders and the business will need to be liquidated, Amigo said.
The drawdown after the rebound: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Cardano, Solana, Polygon and Polkadot sell-off November 17, 2023 Crypto markets have seen some volatility this week, with the price of Bitcoin dipping and spiking in the last few days.
Brookfield reportedly tears up £4bn Center Parcs sale over investor jitters November 17, 2023 The proposed £4bn sale of Center Parcs has reportedly been scrapped by owner Brookfield amid weak investor confidence.
EP: 239 Cheltenham & Hong Kong November 17, 2023 It’s the three-day November meeting at Cheltenham this weekend with the Paddy Power Gold Cup the highlight on Saturday and the Greatwood Hurdle featuring at jumps HQ on Sunday. City AM Racing editor Bill Esdaile previews the best of Cheltenham’s weekend racing action, with Wally Pyrah discussing Sunday’s meeting in Hong Kong. Hosted by Chris [...]
Las Vegas Grand Prix: Loose manhole cover causes humiliating cancellation of practice November 17, 2023 Ferrari described the damage to Sainz’s car as “extensive”, while Alpine said Ocon will require a new chassis.
Airbnb, Booking.com and Expedia sign post-Brexit deal to share guest data with ONS November 17, 2023 The data from Airbnb could provide reliable evidence to help policymakers arrive at informed decisions on short-term accommodation.
