Covid: Grant Shapps admits local guidance ‘could have been clearer’ May 26, 2021 Transport secretary Grant Shapps today admitted the communications around the local guidance in coronavirus hotspots “could have been clearer”. “It’s important to say there are no new local lockdowns, no change in the law— the law is the same throughout England with regards to coronavirus,” he told BBC Radio 4’s Today programme. “But I think [...]
Not only does a job with the NHS provide meaningful work, but a whole host of other benefits too July 20, 2023 Since the NHS was founded in 1948, it has been an integral part of all of our lives. But as well as a wonderful health system, it’s a fantastic place to work: and the NHS is recruiting the next generation of inspirational staff. Working in the NHS doesn’t just give you the opportunity to do [...]
Boris Johnson considers new Covid-19 measures as Omicron variant spreads December 26, 2021 Boris Johnson will weigh up whether or not to bring in new restrictions in a crunch meeting with his cabinet and scientific advisers tomorrow.
Office space: Inside the swanky new Conran and Partners offices February 11, 2022 The return to the office and the advent of hybrid working has been a hot topic for almost two years and it shows little sign of dying down. If you are lucky enough to work for Conran and Partners, you will have left Butler’s Wharf near Tower Bridge for your lockdowns at home, only to [...]
This Years Venue – Mansion House August 16, 2024 Mansion House is an iconic and historic building in the heart of the City of London, serving as the official residence of the Lord Mayor of London. It is one of the most well-known and prestigious venues in the city, often used for official events, receptions, and important civic occasions. Designed by the architect George [...]
A supermarket crackdown on seasonal workers picking UK fruit is too little, too late March 22, 2023 Our farms heavily rely on seasonal workers. But the system is ripe for exploitation - and supermarkets and other stakeholders have a responsibility to fix it, writes Elena Siniscalco
Focus on: Royal Docks – Royal Albert Wharf is a trendy new neighbourhood October 29, 2021 Stretching 4km along the northerly banks of the River Thames, the Royal Docks, in the London Borough of Newham, were originally built for importing and exporting goods during the Industrial Revolution. Closed in the 1980s, they have been undergoing a great deal of regeneration over the last decade, with a diverse array of residential, commercial [...]
Covid caseload rising but further unlocking still looks likely May 29, 2021 The UK recorded 4,000 new Covid-19 cases yesterday for the first time since March, but Government figures are still hopeful further unlocking will take place as planned on June 21. The latest hospitalisation data also suggests an increase in admittances. But senior ministers, including those in the Treasury, are keen to push ahead with the [...]
As mayor, I will make London the best place in the world to live, work and run a business April 23, 2024 Sadiq khan has been ignoring Londoners for eight years, it’s time the capital has a mayor who listens says Susan Hall Yesterday I launched my manifesto – a comprehensive, fully-costed plan to make London the best city to live, work and run a business. This manifesto was written by you. I have spent months listening [...]
Manfred Man shooting for the stars again with Astrologer July 3, 2024 WITH racing at Happy Valley taking place on the ‘A’ track, bettors should heed the woeful record of gallopers with double-figure draw numbers, especially in six-furlong races. Statistics show that horses drawn wide have had very little success over the past three seasons, which is probably understandable with only a short straight of just over [...]