Suella Braverman escapes ethics probe into speeding row May 24, 2023 Suella Braverman has escaped an ethics investigation over claims she asked civil servants whether they could arrange her a private speeding awareness course. Prime minister Rishi Sunak has confirmed no “further investigation” will take place into the row and said he was “reassured [Braverman] takes these matters seriously”. In a letter to the home secretary, [...]
Young’s declares City heartland back in business as pub sales up 11 per cent November 10, 2022 Pub operator Young’s has said its Square Mile sites are bustling with office workers and tourists once more, as it declares central London back in business. Sales in the City – which has seen hospitality venues hammered hard by home-working trends and Covid lockdowns in recent years – were up 11.1 per cent in recent [...]
Meet the CEO behind the world’s most extraordinary expeditions, from Antarctica to Papua New Guinea April 11, 2024 Ben Lyons and EYOS know Antarctica. And just about everywhere else, too.
Comfort vs climate: can we find a healthy balance? April 11, 2023 Buildings are essential – they are where we live, where we rest, and where we work. However, they are also responsible for nearly 40% of global emissions. In the US alone, commercial buildings account for 20% of all the energy used, and as much as 30% of that goes to waste. This means if we [...]
Mobico: National Express owner’s CFO to depart after ‘regrettable’ accounting issues April 22, 2024 Mobico Group's CFO will depart after accounting issues caused the firm to delay publication of its full-year results twice.
UK insurer Phoenix Group undergoes executive reshuffle September 6, 2022 UK Insurer Phoenix Group has hired the Bank of Ireland’s chief operating officer Jackie Noakes as its new chief transformation officer as part of a wider boardroom reshuffle. Prior to this, Noakes held senior roles at both Legal & General and American Express. Andy Briggs, Phoenix Group chief executive officer, said he was confident that [...]
Allen & Overy and Shearman & Sterling merger to forge £2.7bn law firm May 22, 2023 Law firms Allen & Overy and Shearman & Sterling announced plans to merge late last night, in a move which would create a firm with approximately $3.4bn (£2.7bn) in combined revenues. The tie up marks one of the biggest legal mergers in recent history, forging a firm with 3,900 lawyers across 49 offices around the [...]
Bitcoin could pull back to $20,000 – claims global investment boss April 21, 2021 The global chief investment officer of one of the world’s largest investment firms says a major correction is incoming on the price of Bitcoin.
Inland Homes welcomes second CEO in under 12 months July 24, 2023 Inland Homes has revealed its new chief executive alongside plans for a £4m acquisition of rival North Country Homes. The London-listed real estate development firm has appointed Jolyon Harrison as head of the company. This is the company’s third CEO in a short period of time, as former chief Stephen Wicks stepped down last September [...]
Is Raymond Blanc’s Le Manoir the ultimate UK holiday? June 13, 2024 Raymond Blanc's Le Manoir is the ultimate foodie getaway