City of London: Our investment crown could slip without fast reform April 30, 2024 The UK must push through a package of reform or risk losing its status as a top destination for financial services investment, the City of London Corporation has warned.
Scotland: Humza Yousaf resigns as First Minister and SNP leader April 29, 2024 Humza Yousaf has announced his resignation as First Minister of Scotland and Scottish National Party (SNP) leader.
City of London hiring rebounds in 2024 but still well below post-Covid highs April 29, 2024 The number of jobs posted by City finance firms rebounded at the start of 2024, according to a new survey, although the market remains subdued following a rough year for recruiters.
GPE bolsters flex team as it ups hybrid office space target April 29, 2024 One of the capital’s biggest landlords, GPE has announced the appointment of three new senior members to its flex office team, as it targets a portfolio of one million sq ft of flexible space in central London.
Britain’s startups need young Europeans April 27, 2024 The immigration system is designed to attract experienced workers with advanced skills, but UK startups need scrappy and ambitious young people too. A post-Brexit visa scheme for under 30s from the EU would be a boost for growth, says Bella Rhodes The EU’s offer to negotiate a reciprocal visa for young people in the UK [...]
Trainline and Firstgroup shares tumble as Labour pledges rail nationalisation April 25, 2024 Trainline and Firstgroup shares fell this morning after Labour announced plans to renationalise Britain's railway network in the next five years.
Canary Wharf: Property value falls as London banking hub secures £550m financing deal April 25, 2024 The developer and manager of Canary Wharf in East London has reported a 14.7 per cent annual fall in the value of its property holdings to £6.8bn.
SFO cases tower the Shard: Top barrister reveals his disclosure report April 25, 2024 The leading barrister who is currently conducting an independent review of the challenges of disclosure and fraud offences said it is evident "that a perfect solution does not exist".
Square Mile and Me: Workspace CEO Graham Clemett looks back at his career April 25, 2024 Graham Clemett, CEO of Workspace Group, takes us through his career in the Square Mile ahead of his upcoming retirement.
Harvey Nichols: Customers returning to luxury department store chain helps sales pass £200m and slash losses April 24, 2024 More customers choosing to shop at Harvey Nichols helped sales pass £200m for the first time since the pandemic, according to newly-filed accounts.