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The expansion of Peequal was sparked by demand from events companies around the world. The investment at the Bristol-based start-up will be used to manufacture the next-generation urinals, which can be flatpacked and exported around the world. The new design includes several patent-pending updates and their stackable shape means nearly three times as many can…
Most financial firms are taking action in a bid to hold onto their younger members of staff. Nearly half of financial services leaders report an increase in Gen Z employees leaving their organisation over the past year, according to polling by KPMG. This rises to 54% of those within the banking sector who noticed an…
The latest EY-Parthenon report showed that of the 64 profit warnings between July and September, 19% cited falling consumer sentiment – up sharply from 6% a year earlier and the highest since 2022, at the height of the cost-of-living crisis. And it found that retailers are feeling the pinch the most from the tougher consumer…
Aston in Birmingham can’t become a “no-go area” for Jews, a senior cabinet minister has told Sky News, amid controversy over fans of an Israeli football club being barred from attending a match next month. Energy Secretary Ed Miliband said he “profoundly” disagrees with the “approach” taken by a local MP who started a petition…
Norris sliding around (Lap 41/56) Norris: “Tyres are gone.” Ah dear. Music to the ears of Leclerc. Still the gap is under one second. Verstappen’s lead is seven seconds now, with Hamilton 10 seconds off Norris in third. Piastri? No man’s land in fifth, six seconds off Hamilton. 6-10: Russell, Tsunoda, Hulkenberg, Bearman, Alonso Kieran…
Following the Strictly results show tonight (October 19), it was former England rugby player Chris Robshaw who was the third famous face to be voted off the show. EastEnders actress Balvinder Sopal and partner Julian Caillon went up against Chris and Nadiya Bychkova in the dance-off. Who left Strictly tonight? Chris Robshaw is third celebrity…
Stay informed with free updates Simply sign up to the UK tax myFT Digest — delivered directly to your inbox. British gambling company Betfred has warned that all of its 1,300 shops could be forced to close if the government increases taxes on the industry in next month’s Budget. Chancellor Rachel Reeves has indicated that…
A French business that is planning to build a vast £600m historical theme park in rural Oxfordshire won help for its plans from the previous government despite its founding family’s ties to the far right and past praise of Vladimir Putin. Correspondence obtained under freedom of information (FoI) laws showed the Conservative peer Dominic Johnson,…
Set against the backdrop of the West Pennine Moors, Egerton offers a mix of scenic walks, welcoming pubs serving up hearty comfort food, and glimpses into Lancashire’s industrial past. With three iconic pubs, independent cafés, restaurants, theatre and a strong sense of community. Whether you’re here for the views, the grub, or a bit of…
Reform UK said its councils were “laser focused on achieving their election promises”. “This can sometimes lead to robust debate, but it shows just how seriously Reform UK representatives take their responsibilities to cut waste and deliver value for money,” a party spokesperson added. In the video, Kemkaran appears to threaten to mute a councillor…