Mandarin Oriental: Five-star London hotel issues warning ahead of Trump v Biden rematch June 12, 2024 The luxury Mandarin Oriental hotel in London's Hyde Park has warned that the upcoming US election between President Joe Biden and Donald Trump is impacting the number of international guests heading to the capital.
Oxford Street retailers call for ‘comprehensive’ reform to business rates June 10, 2024 A business group that represents dozens of major retailers on London’s Oxford Street has called for a “comprehensive” reform to business rates to boost Britain's high streets.
Rishi may as well have been debating Liz Truss – he lost that one too June 5, 2024 Whether it’s his own leadership rival or the general public, Rishi Sunak keeps speaking to people like he’s a British tourist in the Mediterranean struggling with a non-English speaking waiter, says Will Cooling In a summer contest that he has surprisingly brought forward despite his unpopularity with the electorate, Rishi Sunak impresses journalists by aggressively [...]
A Manifesto for London: Bins, beer, Uber boats and free chickens June 4, 2024 The General Election will undoubtedly feature many pledges, but will they prioritise London? City A.M. is here to stand up for the capital with a Manifesto for London
Tourist tax puts us at a competitive disadvantage, says Gatwick boss June 2, 2024 The UK's tourist tax is putting Gatwick at a "competitive disadvantage" to rival European hubs, according to its chief executive.
Wine trails and artsy towns: why a USA road trip through Alabama is truly sweet May 20, 2024 Why Alabama is the USA state to choose for your RV adventure
‘Old Money’ Tiktok trend drives demand for Rolex’s as buyers willing to pay more for ‘immediate access’ May 18, 2024 The boss behind one of Britain’s best known sellers of Rolex and Tag Heuer watches said there has been a surge in interest for luxury goods from Gen Z shoppers as they look to emulate the dress sense of the upper classes.
Bank Holiday getaways at risk as London Heathrow Airport border staff to strike May 17, 2024 Over 500 Border Force workers at the West London airport's terminals 2, 3, 4 and 5 will down tools, potentially causing massive queues.
Watches of Switzerland: Rolex seller ‘cautiously optimistic’ as it posts modest growth amid ‘rich-session’ May 16, 2024 Watches of Switzerland, the British retailer which sells the likes of Rolex and Tag Heuer watches, said it was “cautiously optimistic” about trading over the next financial year as the firm reports modest growth.
Franco Manca and The Real Greek owner blames home workers for fall into the red despite sales rising to £100m May 14, 2024 The owner of the Franco Manca and The Real Greek restaurant chains has blamed the rise in home working for it slipping into the red.