By Laura McGuire May proved to be another miserable month for retail, as cash-strapped Brits said no to treating themselves in the face of rising bills and unfavourable weather. Spending on debit and credit cards grew by just 1.0 per cent in May, accor…
‘Our reforms are working’: Is the London Stock Exchange on the cusp of a revival?
By Charlie Conchie Hopes are growing that the City’s listings drought could soon be quenched as a wave of top firms draw up plans to debut on the London Stock Exchange in the coming months. Talk of a revival in the Square Mile was amplified today after…
UK tech leaders have high hopes for the next government
By Jess Jones As the nation gears up for its next general election, the UK tech sector is voicing its expectations for the incoming administration. No matter the size of their company, industry leaders agree on one thing: the next government must take …
Why this self-made millionaire believes an ‘original’ business idea is far from needed
By Jennifer Sieg Have you ever struggled to come up with a new business idea? Most people have – but Timothy Armoo, founder of social media advertising firm Fanbytes, says that spotting an opportunity might just be easier than you think. Timothy Armoo …
‘Brand Britain’ needs a refresh under the next government, says top business body
By Charlie Conchie A new government must prune the UK’s sprawling tax system and refresh “Brand Britain” if the country is to boost investment and restore its status as a global hub for business, the country’s top business body has said. In its “busine…
Going green? Not without backing from the City, you don’t
By Laura Forsyth Last year the Square Mile’s leading financial institutions tripled their investments in low-carbon projects, per a new report from the Corporation of the City of London, to north of $2bn. This is good news, albeit the number itself fee…
North Cambridge Academy to mark anniversary with creation of woodland area
North Cambridge Academy has marked its 10-year anniversary by launching a new woodland initiative that is expected to result in more than 100 trees planted on the site. The project was inspired by a proposal from Year 7 student Rehan, who after contact…
West Norfolk Seasonal Food and Drink Festival returning to Hunstanton this month
Food lovers can expect another treat this month when the second rendition of a town festival springs into life. Organisers of the West Norfolk Seasonal Food and Drink Festival are “super excited” to be bringing the event to Hunstanton once again. The f…
‘Fascinating’: EFL club’s chairman shares something unique Pep Guardiola does behind the scenes at Man City
Peterborough United chairman Darragh MacAnthony has revealed that Pep Guardiola does something special at Manchester City apart from managing the first-team. Pep Guardiola has a reputation of being a world-class tactician and one would assume that his …
Here’s what West Norfolk voters need to know ahead of general election day on July 4
With election day already fast approaching, here is everything you need to know about voting. Voter registration: Anyone wanting to vote at the general election must be registered by midnight on Tuesday, June 18. Similarly, those who want to submit the…