Mind Gym appoints new finance chief as new digital offering helps wipe out losses December 3, 2021 Workplace training provider Mind Gym said it had wiped out the losses it incurred in the last year and a half, after its financials had a rocky ride due to Covid lockdowns impeding on its face-to-face offering. The group also announced the appointment of Dominic Neary – previously a finance chief at Just Eat and Moneysupermarket.com [...]
Estelle Manor in Oxfordshire is your new favourite rural bolthole January 2, 2024 What sets Estelle Manor apart is the fine balance between luxury and informality, from the opulent decor to the four distinct dining options
New study shows mental wellness is Brits’ number one self-care priority January 13, 2024 A study has explored which forms of self-care are most important to Brits and what type of wellness activities are costing them the most.
Peloton loses almost £100m as UK arm sheds hundreds of jobs August 12, 2024 The UK arm of Peloton lost almost £100m and shed hundreds of jobs, it has been revealed. The London-headquartered division has posted a pre-tax loss of £98.1m for the 12 months to June 30, 2023, according to newly-filed accounts with Companies House. Peloton previously posted a pre-tax loss of £173.7m for its prior financial year. [...]
Stickers and democracy sausages – time to give polling day some pizzazz May 2, 2024 Low turnout in elections is bad for democracy. If we want more people to vote, why not make polling day more of a party? Asks John Oxley It’s polling day in London, and chances are that you’re not going to vote. Well, admittedly, as a reader of opinion columns you are probably among the more [...]
Best breakfast in London: From The Ned to The Wolseley April 24, 2024 They say it’s the most important meal of the day, so Alex Dalzell got up at the crack of dawn to hunt for the best breakfast in London
Kempinski Seychelles Resort March 21, 2024 The Hotel Kempinski welcomes guests to the Seychelles: described by early settlers as ‘the original garden of eden’, the Seychelles archipelago is a leading luxury destination for discerning travellers Kempinski Seychelles Resort has plenty to offer in the way of exclusivity and privacy for those looking to get off the tourist track. Nestled in a [...]
Ministry of Sound to convert House of Fraser store to lure Londoners to ‘fitness raves’ in Shepherd’s Bush June 23, 2022 Nightclub group Ministry of Sound said this morning it plans to convert a former House of Fraser store in west London to hold ‘fitness raves’ for Londoners. The building will also be turned into flexible offices, a gym as well as a rooftop bar. The group said it plans to start converting the 115,000 sq ft department [...]
Ryanair and Wizz Air the worst offenders as airlines face ‘drip selling’ allegations August 21, 2023 European airlines have come under fire for ‘drip-selling’ after a report revealed 97 per cent of carriers on the continent are charging at least one “hidden fee” for their services amid already-rising air fares. Drip selling refers to companies hiding the true cost of products and services, by proclaiming one price initially but then charging [...]
Sadiq Khan hammers Hunt for slashing support for businesses grappling with sky-high energy bills January 9, 2023 Sadiq Khan has urged Hunt to reconsider its plan to drastically cut support in energy bills, fearing an uncertain future for businesses.