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Santander chair challenges UK bank taxes
Read the full story: Santander chair challenges UK bank taxesSantander’s tax warning intensifies pressure on UK banking tax policy. Ana Botín has criticised sector-specific taxation as banks argue competitiveness and investment are being constrained.
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Permanent hiring falls as temporary work rises

UK employers are choosing flexibility as permanent hiring weakens again. KPMG and REC data shows permanent placements falling while temporary hiring rises, reflecting caution over cost, demand, and uncertainty.







