Chinese business group calls for ‘new chapter’ in UK relationship November 24, 2020 The chief executive of the UK arm of the Bank of China has called for a “new chapter” in the relationship between the two nations after a year of increasing political tension. Relations between the UK and China have soured this year, with both the domestic and overseas activities of the world’s second largest economy [...]
Bitcoin stalls as markets drop, while ADA looks strong May 31, 2021 Bitcoin starts the week in a channel below $40,000 as the crypto markets stall, but Cardano's ADA is setting the pace.
Brands’ battle for the eyeballs: watch all the Christmas ads here November 13, 2020 As some of the UK’s biggest brands have rolled out their seasonal ads, it’s starting to feel a lot more festive. The battle for the eyeballs started in earnest this morning as John Lewis launched its annual television advertisement, gaining over one million views within just two hours. However, Aldi’s ad so far tops the [...]
‘All over by June’ under Boris Johnson’s roadmap for leaving lockdown February 22, 2021 All Covid restrictions will be lifted by late June under the Prime Minister’s roadmap for exiting lockdown, as the government grows increasingly confident in the UK’s vaccine rollout. Announcing the timeline in the Commons, Boris Johnson said that “all of the legal limits on social contact can be removed no earlier than 21 June” in [...]
Volkswagen T-Roc R review: the hot hatch reaches a new height January 20, 2021 The Volkswagen T-Roc R combines the style of an SUV with the speed of a hot hatchback. Does that make it the perfect modern performance car?
Do no harm: An interview with David Newns April 29, 2021 Are successful entrepreneurs born with it, or made through their circumstances? In David Newns’ case, it was a bit of both. The son of a biscuit factory worker, growing up in a poor part of Blackpool, from an early age Newns had a goal to be financially independent. Now 36, Newns has founded and helmed [...]
The Mini Cooper Sport is a life-affirming blast from the past August 1, 2020 Driving a classic Mini Cooper proves the perfect antodote to post-lockdown blues. Tim Pitt explains how you could do the same.
Aston Martin Vantage F1 Edition 2021 review: safety car goes off-grid August 9, 2021 The Aston Martin Vantage F1 Edition is the showroom version of the official grand prix safety car. Tim Pitt drives it on the road and track.
Roadmap: Hospitality industry faces financial ruin as sector remains shut until April February 22, 2021 The hospitality industry has reacted with fury as the Prime Minister plans to allow pubs and restaurants to serve outdoors only and not until 12 April. Currently, only 40 per cent of businesses in hospitality have outdoor spaces, meaning most will still face restrictions after April. In response to today’s announcement, UK Hospitality Chief Kate [...]
Experian warns of ‘weak’ UK and Europe business sales January 17, 2020 Credit scoring giant Experian posted a rise in revenue for the end of 2019 despite drops in the UK and Europe. Revenue grew seven per cent in the three months to the end of December, Experian revealed today as it stuck to guidance for its full-year results. While Experian’s North America and Latin America divisions [...]