Head of firm founded by Mandelson to quit after Epstein release
Benjamin Wegg-Prosser, the chief executive of Global Counsel, a prominent lobbying firm co-founded with Labour grandee Lord Peter Mandelson, has announced his resignation. His departure follows the release of further…
Average house price tops £300,000 for first time, says Halifax
This latest surge represents a notable turnaround from previous months, with Halifax reporting a 0.7% increase in house prices last month. This reversed a 0.5% dip recorded in December, indicating…
Warning of long airport queues under new EU border control system
Travellers planning trips to Europe, particularly those from non-EU countries, face escalating warnings of potentially extensive delays at passport control during upcoming holiday seasons. The gradual implementation of the European…
Nuneaton social supermarket aims to provide affordable food
The concept of a social supermarket, such as Plate of Plenty, represents a crucial evolution in food aid, distinguishing itself from traditional food banks by fostering dignity, choice, and a…
Gold rebounds above $5,000 after US downs Iran drone
The precious metal, often considered a so-called "safe haven" asset during periods of heightened instability and economic turmoil, experienced a sharp upward surge, reclaiming ground above the $5,000 mark after…
Pinterest sacks workers for creating tool to track job cuts.
The image-sharing social media platform Pinterest has terminated the employment of two engineers following their development of an internal tool designed to monitor and identify employees impacted by a recent…
One million people missed HMRC tax return deadline.
An estimated one million individuals in the United Kingdom failed to meet the critical 31st January deadline for filing their Self Assessment tax returns for the 2022-23 financial year, according…
Air India grounds Boeing 787 plane after pilot flags fuel control switch issue
The airline confirmed on Monday that it had promptly informed India’s aviation regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), about the issue. Air India stated its commitment to thoroughly…
UK fuel price comparison scheme goes live
The launch of the Fuel Finder Scheme addresses a long-standing frustration among UK drivers: the opaque and often inconsistent pricing of petrol and diesel. For years, motorists have reported significant…
Harry Styles and Anthony Joshua among UK’s top tax payers
The Done brothers, founders of the Warrington-based bookmaking empire in 1967, have seen their tax contribution nearly double from £273.4 million last year, reflecting the robust performance of their business…
















