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UK Government Could Save £1bn by Supporting Ill Workers, Report Finds
A report reveals that improving support for UK workers with health conditions could save the government over £1bn, as the number of days lost to work-related ill health has soared by a third since 2010, costing the economy over £400m a week; the government is expected to publish welfare reform plans...
UK Government Could Save £1bn by Supporting Ill Workers, Report Finds
A report reveals that improving support for UK workers with health conditions could save the government over £1bn, as the number of days lost to work-related ill health has soared by a third since 2010, costing the economy over £400m a week; the government is expected to publish welfare reform plans...
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WH Smith Sells High Street Division, Focusing on Travel
WH Smith, a 231-year-old British retailer, is selling its 500 UK high street stores to focus on its thriving travel business, leaving only Alteri and Modella Capital as potential buyers; the sale is expected to be finalized in April, impacting approximately 5,000 employees.
WH Smith Sells High Street Division, Focusing on Travel
WH Smith, a 231-year-old British retailer, is selling its 500 UK high street stores to focus on its thriving travel business, leaving only Alteri and Modella Capital as potential buyers; the sale is expected to be finalized in April, impacting approximately 5,000 employees.
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40% Bias Score
Challenges to Boosting UK Manufacturing Investment
UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves is urging pension funds and ISA savers to invest in British manufacturing, but faces challenges due to investor preference for other sectors and historical issues such as shrinking defense budgets and a negative perception of manufacturing jobs.
Challenges to Boosting UK Manufacturing Investment
UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves is urging pension funds and ISA savers to invest in British manufacturing, but faces challenges due to investor preference for other sectors and historical issues such as shrinking defense budgets and a negative perception of manufacturing jobs.
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Thames Water Faces Collapse; UK Government Prepares Bailout
Facing a potential collapse by March 24th, the debt-laden Thames Water, Britain's largest water supplier serving 16 million people, awaits a High Court ruling on a £3 billion rescue loan, prompting British Treasury officials to draw up contingency plans for a government bailout.
Thames Water Faces Collapse; UK Government Prepares Bailout
Facing a potential collapse by March 24th, the debt-laden Thames Water, Britain's largest water supplier serving 16 million people, awaits a High Court ruling on a £3 billion rescue loan, prompting British Treasury officials to draw up contingency plans for a government bailout.
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UK Recruitment Firms Suffer Massive Profit Losses Amidst Economic Uncertainty
PageGroup and Robert Walters, two major British recruitment firms, experienced drastic profit drops in 2024, down to £52.4 million and £0.5 million respectively, due to decreased client and candidate confidence amid high interest rates and economic slowdowns in Europe and Asia-Pacific. Further chall...
UK Recruitment Firms Suffer Massive Profit Losses Amidst Economic Uncertainty
PageGroup and Robert Walters, two major British recruitment firms, experienced drastic profit drops in 2024, down to £52.4 million and £0.5 million respectively, due to decreased client and candidate confidence amid high interest rates and economic slowdowns in Europe and Asia-Pacific. Further chall...
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Trade War Poses Substantial Threat to UK Economy
Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey warned that a full-blown trade war, sparked by US tariffs on Canadian, Mexican, and Chinese goods, and threatened tariffs on the EU, poses a substantial risk to the British economy, potentially lowering disposable income. The Bank is closely monitoring the situ...
Trade War Poses Substantial Threat to UK Economy
Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey warned that a full-blown trade war, sparked by US tariffs on Canadian, Mexican, and Chinese goods, and threatened tariffs on the EU, poses a substantial risk to the British economy, potentially lowering disposable income. The Bank is closely monitoring the situ...
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North Sea Collision: Oil Spill and Missing Crew Member
A US-flagged oil tanker, the Stena Immaculate, collided with a Portuguese-flagged cargo ship, Solong, carrying sodium cyanide, 13 miles off East Yorkshire on March 10th, 2024, resulting in one missing crew member, an oil spill, and concerns for wildlife and local economies.
North Sea Collision: Oil Spill and Missing Crew Member
A US-flagged oil tanker, the Stena Immaculate, collided with a Portuguese-flagged cargo ship, Solong, carrying sodium cyanide, 13 miles off East Yorkshire on March 10th, 2024, resulting in one missing crew member, an oil spill, and concerns for wildlife and local economies.
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Gail's Bakery Opening in Macclesfield Sparks Debate
A new Gail's bakery cafe opened in Macclesfield, UK, on Friday, causing controversy among residents; some welcome the addition, while others worry about competition and gentrification, highlighting broader trends in the UK coffee shop market.
Gail's Bakery Opening in Macclesfield Sparks Debate
A new Gail's bakery cafe opened in Macclesfield, UK, on Friday, causing controversy among residents; some welcome the addition, while others worry about competition and gentrification, highlighting broader trends in the UK coffee shop market.
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Trump Tariffs Pose Substantial Risks to UK Economy
Bank of England experts warn that US President Trump's tariffs could negatively impact UK consumer spending and economic growth by decreasing exports and potentially disrupting supply chains, creating substantial risks to the UK and global economies.
Trump Tariffs Pose Substantial Risks to UK Economy
Bank of England experts warn that US President Trump's tariffs could negatively impact UK consumer spending and economic growth by decreasing exports and potentially disrupting supply chains, creating substantial risks to the UK and global economies.
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UK Government Faces £5 Billion Budget Shortfall, Explores Welfare Cuts
Facing a £5 billion budget shortfall, the UK government is exploring welfare cuts, including stricter eligibility for sickness benefits, despite warnings from experts. The Chancellor is also under pressure to increase defense spending due to changing geopolitical circumstances and faces a battle to ...
UK Government Faces £5 Billion Budget Shortfall, Explores Welfare Cuts
Facing a £5 billion budget shortfall, the UK government is exploring welfare cuts, including stricter eligibility for sickness benefits, despite warnings from experts. The Chancellor is also under pressure to increase defense spending due to changing geopolitical circumstances and faces a battle to ...
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Bank of England Warns of Inflation and US Trade Threats, Halves Growth Forecast
The Bank of England halved its UK growth forecast to 0.75 percent for this year, warning of a dual threat from sticky inflation and uncertainty surrounding US trade policy, leading to a cautious 0.25 percentage point interest rate cut.
Bank of England Warns of Inflation and US Trade Threats, Halves Growth Forecast
The Bank of England halved its UK growth forecast to 0.75 percent for this year, warning of a dual threat from sticky inflation and uncertainty surrounding US trade policy, leading to a cautious 0.25 percentage point interest rate cut.
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52% Bias Score
Breedon Group's $238 Million US Acquisition to Counter UK Slowdown
Breedon Group is buying the Missouri-based Lionmark for $238 million to expand its US operations and offset a slowdown in UK construction activity, expecting to more than double its US revenues and achieve immediate financial returns by this Friday.
Breedon Group's $238 Million US Acquisition to Counter UK Slowdown
Breedon Group is buying the Missouri-based Lionmark for $238 million to expand its US operations and offset a slowdown in UK construction activity, expecting to more than double its US revenues and achieve immediate financial returns by this Friday.
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48% Bias Score
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