Lockdown: PM ‘will rule nothing out’ in fight against Omicron December 20, 2021 The Prime Minister has said the government "won't hesitate to take action," as reports of an upcoming lockdown continue to swirl.
The Other House shakes sustainable cocktails and celebrates British wine July 27, 2022 The newly opened The Other House promises to delight as soon as you step through the door. Furnished in a riot of colour, texture, gilt and feathers this is maximalism at its finest, but what captured me immediately is how good it all smells, thanks to their signature designed scent pumping through the air con. [...]
Scotland follows Wales in banning fans from sport due to Covid-19 December 21, 2021 Scotland has followed Wales in banning spectators from sport in response to increasing numbers of Covid-19 cases. First minister Nicola Sturgeon said most sport due to take place in Scotland over the Christmas period would be “effectively spectator-free”. From Boxing Day for a period of up to three weeks, outdoor events will be limited to [...]
Dr Martens takes a kicking from shareholders as distribution disruption wears down profits January 19, 2023 Shares in Dr Martens have dropped an eye-watering 22 per cent this morning - after the bootmaker downgraded profit expectations.
Debate: Should we accelerate towards a cash-free society? December 13, 2023 After our intrepid deputy comment editor Anna Moloney found herself stranded, £20 note in hand, with no where to use it in Central London, it raised a wider conversation: what's the point of cash? Does it have nostalgic value? And are we rushing towards a world without pounds and pennies without thinking about it?
A cash-based society isn’t just for the old, it’s for the young and foolish too December 12, 2023 Out in the wilderness of central London, armed with a £20 note, I was faced with just how hostile our city has become to the use of cash.
London markets rebound as retailers lead FTSE 100 higher January 11, 2022 London markets rebounded from a poor day yesterday, led higher by investor sentiment toward retailers strengthening after a strong Christmas trading period. The capital’s premier FTSE 100 index climbed 0.39 per cent to 7,474.07 points, while the mid-cap FTSE 250 index, which is more aligned to the health of the UK economy, added 0.59 per [...]
Amazon Prime top of the table to bag Liverpool documentary rights August 14, 2024 Amazon Prime are in pole position to pick up the UK rights for the Liverpool documentary based on Jurgen Klopp’s last six months at Anfield. City A.M. has learned that Amazon have entered advanced negotiations with the club and production company Lorton Entertainment to show the documentary, which was filmed over the second half of [...]
Downing Street signals it is prepared to tear up Northern Ireland’s Brexit deal November 23, 2021 Downing Street said late last night the UK government is prepared to consider tearing up elements of Northern Ireland’s Brexit deal, despite a Cabinet minister insisting the option would not be used before Christmas. Number 10 said there was no timetable for whether or not it would unilaterally use the powers under Article 16 of [...]
Over 60? Supermarket giant Iceland to fight cost-of-living crisis by giving older shoppers 10 per cent discount May 20, 2022 Frozen food chain Iceland is set to introduce a discount for seniors as Britons struggle with soaring prices. The supermarket chain has announced that, from May 24, customers aged over 60 will receive a 10 per cent discount on their groceries every Tuesday with no minimum spend. In order to redeem the discount, senior shoppers [...]