WFH: ‘Like the internet before, we’re at an inflection in the history of work’ May 14, 2021 The arrival of the Covid-19 pandemic and subsequent switch to home working has put us at a pivotal moment in history that could change how we do things forever, according to a specialist. We are about to see a dramatic shift to hybrid working in a post-pandemic world, according to research director Alexia Cambon, who, [...]
The future of the office – What will be the ‘new normal’? May 14, 2021 As we slowly contemplate a return to “normal” life following the disruption caused by the Government’s response to Covid-19, office-based employers are trying to figure out what that return looks like for their businesses. There is a real difference of opinion, both between sectors and in-sector, with some firms advocating that everyone should immediately return [...]
Here’s how UK businesses fared last year, and what they expect next May 13, 2021 Despite the trials and tribulations of last year, UK businesses have shown an ability to adapt, evolve and overcome. That’s the takeaway from our new report, The State of Growth. Our research finds that it is the organisations that can evolve quickly and efficiently that are best-placed to accelerate their path to sustained, consistent growth. [...]
Exclusive: Demand for prime London office space jumps as return to workplace looms May 12, 2021 Businesses are seeking high quality office space as they prepare to bring staff back to the workplace, with prime property deals rocketing over the last six months. While many firms are contemplating a mix of office and home working after the pandemic, the race is on to offer employees top spec work space after Covid [...]
Brexit hit: City of London suffers £2.3 trillion derivatives loss in a single month May 11, 2021 The City of London suffered a loss of £2.3 trillion in a single month in its lucrative derivatives trading market, with Wall Street trading platforms the ones that benefitted. U.S. swap-execution facilities pulled in more trades across euros, pounds and dollars in March while London experienced an exodus compared to last July, while venues in [...]
JP Morgan’s UK staff set to return to office from next month May 11, 2021 JP Morgan has told its UK staff that more of them will return to the office from next month as restrictions start to ease. The American bank told staff to prepare for a “consistent schedule” which combines both remote and office working but offices will operate at maximum 50 per cent of capacity, according to [...]
Exclusive: Quarter of UK businesses to close or downsize offices as UK embraces hybrid working May 10, 2021 More than a quarter (26%) of UK businesses will either close, downsize or consolidate their offices in the coming months, as companies move to hybrid working models. More than half (53%) of businesses plan to offer more flexible or remote working policies, while 30 per cent are expecting employees in the office between one and [...]
Boris: London will ‘bustle’ again as lockdown ends and remote working era fades May 10, 2021 Boris: London will 'bustle' again as lockdown ends and remote working era fades
Exclusive: The City’s hunger for success and willingness to push boundaries is infectious, says tech guru May 10, 2021 Since the start of the pandemic, the entire economy and its workforce have moved online, with technology and digital tools keeping many businesses going. Jeremy Silver, CEO of Digital Catapult, a digital technology innovation firm based in Camden Town, has helped UK businesses small and large and across various industries to be more competitive online [...]
The City skyline is changing and will earn its keep as a world-leader May 10, 2021 The Government will this week set out whether England can take the next step in its roadmap for easing lockdown restrictions as expected on 17 May. The data seems positive, so we hope to see more people returning to the Square Mile soon for work, hospitality, shopping and everything else on offer – other than, [...]