UK lags behind US in predicted consumer spending this Christmas November 2, 2023 A report has shown emerging trends that UK retailers will be struggling this festive season, despite beliefs black Friday will boost revenues.
Oaknorth and Atom Bank call on Grant Shapps to boost lending to small businesses January 24, 2023 The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) and a group of top fintech firms, including Oaknorth and Atom Bank, have called on Grant Shapps to improve small businesses’ access to borrowing, warning that failure to do so could further damage the UK’s economic growth prospects. The business lobby and a number of fintech lenders have warned [...]
Online watchdog urges government to protect youngsters in crypto regulation plans July 5, 2023 A digital watchdog is urging regulators to ensure children and young people aren’t left vulnerable to crypto scams and investment risks.
Photos captured of Parliament Hill Lido in dramatic thunderstorm August 29, 2023 You’ll probably remember on Saturday that a huge storm blew through London. Guests at the Parliament Hill Lido in Hampstead were recalling how staff told swimmers they’d “be cooked” by the lightning unless they exited the pool. One swimmer told City A.M. that staff were telling people to get out of the famously stainless steel [...]
Labour announce asylum removals plans March 18, 2024 Labour have announced an immigration removals plan in a bid to see failed asylum seekers and foreign criminals returned faster.
Bayern Munich make increased offer to Tottenham for Harry Kane July 9, 2023 Bayern Munich have tested Tottenham Hotspur’s determination to keep Harry Kane by making an improved offer of around £70m for the England captain. The German champions had an opening bid of £60m rejected last month but have now increased that to £68m plus performance-related bonuses. Kane has just one year left on his current contract [...]
FTSE 100 today: Blue-chip index set for higher open; potential BOE dovish surprise could spark a rally June 20, 2024 Asian stocks paused after a brief rally, while gold climbed to a one-week high. All eyes are now on the Bank of England's policy decision.
Green projects dominate energy investment sector, new report suggests October 9, 2023 Low carbon projects will dominate investments in the global energy sector this year, a new survey suggests.
FCA proposes simpler financial advice to cut costs for consumers December 8, 2023 The Financial Conduct Authority has proposed simplifying rules on financial advice to allow banks, insurers and investment firms to give information to less wealthy customers without having to comply with stringent safeguards that bump up fees.
Cost of living overwhelmingly top concern for UK public, poll finds May 17, 2023 The cost of living crisis continues to be the top concern for Britain’s voters, a new poll has found. Pollsters at More in Common (MiC) found 75 per cent of those surveyed cited the cost of living crisis as their number one priority that the government should address. Only 44 per cent said supporting the [...]