Royal Mail shareholder slams takeover bid as government comes under fire April 21, 2024 The second largest independent shareholder in Royal Mail's parent company, International Distributions Services (IDS), has publicly backed the company's rejection of a takeover bid.
Why there’s doubt over Royal Mail’s fourth chief in five years, before she’s even started April 4, 2024 Royal Mail's incoming chief Emma Gilthorpe has not yet stepped foot in the door but she already faces scepticism about her credentials.
Competition watchdog escalates probe into Vodafone-Three tie-up April 4, 2024 The competition watchdog's formal phase two review will investigate whether the deal could harm competition in the UK's telecoms sector.
Royal Mail modernisation plan: What changes is it proposing and how could they affect you? April 3, 2024 Royal Mail has proposed several measures to "deliver a more efficient and more financially sustainable Universal Service".
Royal Mail flies in new boss Emma Gilthorpe from Heathrow Airport April 2, 2024 Emma Gilthorpe will undergo an intensive induction process before taking over full responsibility for Royal Mail group in the summer.
BBC ‘new brands’ plan sparks criticism for ‘assault’ on commercial media March 27, 2024 The BBC director-general’s announcement that the broadcaster will launch “two new brands” has sparked criticism of its “overreach” and “assault on commercial journalism”.
Bank fraud helpline hits 99 per cent coverage as Monzo bolsters efforts March 26, 2024 The banking industry's answer to 999 now covers nearly all UK current accounts after Monzo joined the anti-fraud service, with the digital lender facing criticism for its performance on tackling scams.
BBC slammed as ‘drunk on power’ amidst ‘full-blooded assault’ on media March 23, 2024 The head of the UK's News Media Association has said the BBC is launching a "full-blooded assault" on the commercial media sector.
Ofcom could sanction GB News over five shows hosted by Tory MPs which breached rules March 18, 2024 Ofcom has warned it could sanction GB News after it has found five of the broadcaster's programmes to have breached its broadcasting code.
John Lewis returns to profit but cuts staff bonus for third year running March 14, 2024 The employee owned John Lewis Partnership (JLP) will again not pay staff a bonus this year, but has reported a return to proft.