Denial and disgrace: Here’s everything that’s happened at Sports Direct over the past year September 23, 2016 Mike Ashley has always controlled Sports Direct, but today he finally took the top job at the company he founded. It's been a rollercoaster year for Ashley. If you're wondering how we got to this point, here's everything that's happened so far: Politicians launch an investigation into working practices at Sports Direct The move comes after [...]
From Brexit to Trump, interest rates to the steel crisis, these are the pictures that defined business in 2016 December 28, 2016 Let's face it, a lot's happened this year. 2016 was the year that brought us surprise, seismic political changes, pushed commodities markets through yet more turbulence and took down another stalwart of the British high street. @afneil If you're at a Quiz in the future and the question starts 'Which year did . . ' [...]
A woman Prime Minister. So what? July 27, 2016 Much has been made of the fact that we have our second women Prime Minister. But the question remains, what difference does it really make? In my view her appointment has multiple significance and presents us with a major opportunity. Firstly, it still has a huge symbolic value to see a woman running the country. The message that [...]
Why we need to make the Brexit vote work for women July 5, 2016 Imagine voting with a sense of hope that you can make your life and country better. Imagine voting – and then being told that you were wrong and that you don't count. Many people on either side of the Brexit vote are feeling that way now, but many women have been that way after every election [...]
I’m in a relationship with a colleague at work: Should I keep it secret? May 16, 2016 Q: A work colleague and I have recently started dating. Neither of us is the other’s direct manager, but we do work in the same department. We’ve kept our relationship hidden till now, but as it becomes more serious, do we need to maintain secrecy? What other issues should we be aware of? Our work colleagues are likely to be the people with whom we spend [...]
Lord Chris Rennard steps down from Liberal Democrat federal executive after leader Tim Farron urges him not to take the position November 17, 2015 Lord Chris Rennard has stepped down from the Liberal Democrat's executive following a call from party leader Tim Farron for him not to take up the position due to concerns over sexual harassment claims. Over 200 members of the Lib Dems had called for a special conference to discuss Rennard's appointment, who had been accused of [...]
Mike Ashley admits he can’t control Sports Direct June 7, 2016 Mike Ashley has spoken candidly about the working conditions at Sports Direct, saying he cannot know everything occurring in his company and that some practices were unacceptable. Ashley said: "I can't be responsible for everything that goes on at Sports Direct." "This is a process of growth, and the growth has been too big." Ashley said the success of [...]
Ukip’s Roger Bird suspended following sexual harassment allegations by candidate Natasha Bolter December 9, 2014 A high-profile Ukip candidate has quit the party after saying she was sexually harassed by its general secretary, according to reports. Natasha Bolter, a key speaker at the party's annual conference, is said to have pulled out of hustings for the winnable seat in South Basildon, Essex. She told The Times she had been sexually harassed by Ukip's [...]
Uber adds ranks in Indian cities July 1, 2015 Controversial transport technology firm Uber yesterday announced it will open operations in seven more Indian cities, to keep up with local rival Ola. It brings the total number of its operating territories there to 18. From today it will make India the company’s second-largest territory after the US. Uber has not had an easy ride [...]
American Apparel files for bankruptcy to cut down debts October 5, 2015 US clothing retailer American Apparel has filed for bankruptcy protection as it attempts to shake-off its debt-pile and rebuild its reputation following a series of scandals relating to founder and former chief executive Dov Charney. The teen-focused chain, known for overpriced jersey basics and risque advertising, said it has struck a deal with 95 per [...]