Turtle Again to leave rivals shell-shocked with first win November 28, 2023 THE GODS of fortune have finally smiled on the Benno Yung-trained TURTLE AGAIN, who could record his first victory in the Crookston Castle Handicap (12.40pm) over nine furlongs. The New Zealand-bred gelding could be described as a slow-burner since making his first appearance in the territory over a year ago, but has always looked a [...]
England cricket chief says sport finally waking up to investment opportunities November 28, 2023 England cricket chief Richard Gould insists the domestic game is realising the huge “investment opportunity” that awaits the sport as private equity rumours circle The Hundred. Recent talks surrounding The Hundred, English cricket’s unique competition, have centred on expanding it from eight teams to 10 and welcome private investment from the likes of India and [...]
New flexible office space coming to Liverpool Street after Wework’s bankruptcy November 28, 2023 The site was designed by architects at dMFK, and is part of British Land’s 32-acre Broadgate site, which hosts top financial, legal, tech and media firms, as well as well-known retailers.
Former Citi banker to lead women’s football revolution in England November 28, 2023 Former Citi investment banker Nikki Doucet has been appointed as chief executive of NewCo, a new company which will be formed of the Women’s Super League and Championship. The deal will see the women’s professional game enter a new era. Doucet spent three years as vice president, investment banking, global consumer and retail group at [...]
Barclays planning 900 layoffs in Britain to cut costs, union claims November 28, 2023 Barclays is planning to cut 900 roles in Britain by the new year, according to employee union Unite, as the bank seeks to reduce costs.
FCA readies fresh ‘greenwashing’ clampdown with tightened regulation November 28, 2023 The Financial Conduct Authority will force firms to prove their environmental, social and governance (ESG) claims under a fresh clampdown designed to flush out ‘greenwashing’ from the City.
Monzo chief says bank has earned ‘the right to dream bigger’ as it targets the US November 28, 2023 Monzo chief executive TS Anil has said the digital challenger bank has "international ambitions", noting a "huge gap" in the American market, but refused to speculate on where or when the firm could list publicly.
City minister sets out plan to ‘simplify accountability for regulators’ and boost competition November 28, 2023 Speaking at the Financial Times' Global Banking Summit on Tuesday, Afolami said his priorities were "threefold".
Saga picks former Co-op exec as new chief in bid to turn fortunes around November 28, 2023 Over-50s specialist insurer Saga has announced that chief financial officer Mike Hazell will replace Euan Sutherland as chief executive effective immediately. Hazell was CFO at The Co-op Group before joining Saga in October and had previously been with Debenhams for almost 12 years. Mark Watkins will replace Hazell as CFO So-called claims inflation of around [...]
Pets at Home’s profit slumps as higher wages bite November 28, 2023 Pets at Home has backed its full-year guidance despite swinging to a 19.3 per cent loss in underlying profit before tax in the interim period.