‘List of lazy outdated takes’: Short seller’s London jibe riles UK tech chiefs October 9, 2023 London tech bosses have hit back today after short seller Carson Block launched an attack on the quality of talent and skills in the capital. In a recent interview with City A.M., Block took aim at the capital’s tech credentials and said firms listed outside of the US “was almost always a flag”. “The money [...]
Labour lays out planning overhaul and pitch to become the ‘undisputed party of business’ October 9, 2023 Labour is gunning to be the “undisputed party of business” as Rachel Reeves prepares to unveil a string of policies on planning, building and investment in a bid to woo the private sector.
Green projects dominate energy investment sector, new report suggests October 9, 2023 Low carbon projects will dominate investments in the global energy sector this year, a new survey suggests.
Labour must present clear vision for UK’s future energy agenda October 9, 2023 All eyes will be on how Keir Starmer will ensure Labour's energy policy is both credible and distinct from the Tories.
Bolt rival Freenow adds more perks for cabbies as industry looks to boost image October 9, 2023 Ride hailing app Freenow will launch first-of-its kind perks for black cabbies and taxi drivers using its platform, City A.M. understands.
Last orders: London sees highest number of pub closures out of any English region October 9, 2023 London has seen the highest number of pub closures out of any region in England, with a total of 46 haunts shuttering in the first half of the year, a new study has shown. Across the whole of the UK some 383 pubs were also permanently closed within the same period, according to new figures [...]
Raspberry Pi eyes £409m London IPO and says need for US float is ‘overblown’ October 8, 2023 Raspberry Pi, which makes beginner-friendly coding computers, is exploring a potential London float, which could see the company valued at over £409m.
Rachel Reeves to claim ‘party of business crown’ with Labour conference speech October 8, 2023 Labour are gunning for the ‘party of business’ crown as Rachel Reeves prepares to unveil a string of policies on planning, building and investment in a bid to woo the private sector. Speaking at Labour conference in Liverpool, the shadow Chancellor will pledge to speed up the race to get critical infrastructure built, drive growth, [...]
Metro Bank: Natwest, Lloyds and Santander UK consider buying parts of lender – report October 8, 2023 The Bank of England has reportedly been canvassing some of the UK’s most high profile banks to gauge their interest in purchasing Metro Bank.
Downing Street and London’s City Hall lit up in Israeli flag after Hamas terror attacks October 8, 2023 Mayor of London Sadiq Khan confirmed "City Hall will be lit up in the colours of the Israeli flag from tonight".
