Citi bank partners with Ryder Cup ahead of Rome showdown August 8, 2023 Investment bank Citi will become a leading partner of the Ryder Cup for the next two editions of the intercontinental golfing tournament. The New York headquartered firm will become a worldwide partner and official financial services partner to the biennial tournament, which this year takes place in Rome before heading to Bethpage Black, NY, in [...]
London-based tech company with ‘unlimited growth potential’ gets new chief January 9, 2024 London-headquartered tech company IFS has announced a leadership shake up as it prepares for its next stage of growth.
UK working to establish status of British citizens in Israel, PM says October 9, 2023 The Government is working to establish the status of UK citizens in Israel, Rishi Sunak said, as deadly attacks by Hamas saw one British man serving in the country’s army killed. The Prime Minister declared “terrorism will not prevail” and pledged “steadfast support” for his counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu as the death toll from the incursion [...]
West End landlord GPE ready to ‘accelerate into favourable conditions’ July 4, 2024 In an update ahead of its Annual General Meeting (AGM) the real estate investment trust (REIT) said it had signed 12 new leases between April and the end of June.
No HS2, no problem: Plans for another train route linking London and Manchester unveiled July 1, 2024 London Northwestern Railway is looking to expand its service, which currently runs between the capital and Crewe, to Manchester Victoria.
How employers can help staff suffering from eating disorders February 26, 2024 Record numbers of people are now suffering from eating disorders - and for many, it can make going to work incredibly difficult.
Sainsbury’s: Up to 1,400 jobs could go as overhaul leads to the closure of two depots in Manchester and Essex February 28, 2023 Sainsbury’s has revealed plans to close two Argos depots over the next three years as part an overhaul that expected to impact more than 1,400 jobs. The supermarket giant has confirmed it is aiming to shut its Argos warehouse in Basildon, Essex, and a depot in Heywood, Greater Manchester, by 2026. It said 1,400 jobs [...]
Holiday Inn chief steps down as group sees bookings hike despite ‘economic tailwinds’ May 5, 2023 The chief of Holiday Inn owner International Continental Hotels (IHG) is to step down from the helm after nearly six years. Keith Barr, group chief executive officer of the global hotel chain will be succeeded by Elie Maalouf, who currently heads up its American operations. Barr has worked within the brand for almost 14 years, [...]
Pets at Home launches £25m share buyback programme amid slow sales growth June 24, 2024 Pets at Home's share buyback will be undertaken in two phases, the first of which begins today and ends before September 27, 2024, and follows £100m in completed buybacks over the last two years.
Mercia’s venture capital trusts raise £60m as investors bulk up exposure to private businesses March 13, 2024 Mercia Asset Management has raised £60m for three of its venture capital trusts focused on the North of England.