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Flexible workspaces are reshaping local economies and modern business resilience.
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Dr Martens has announced a new strategic focus after a bruising year which saw the brand nearly fall into the red. It will move away from a narrow focus on boots to a much broader approach targeting shoes, sandals and bags via a strategy called “Levers for Growth”. “Our ambition is to establish Dr. Martens as the world’s…
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The demands placed on in-house legal professionals are set to rise as businesses look to cut costs. Within the corporate sector, attorneys play a diverse role, often juggling multiple duties at once. A common humorous remark among in-house attorneys is their perpetual unavailability even though many have chosen in-house roles for ‘work-life balance’ instead of…
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Not enough support was garnered amongst Premier League clubs to hold a vote on changing rules relating to fixed assets. The decision means Premier League clubs like Chelsea will still be able to sell hotels to a company linked to their owners without penalty. The Blues sold two hotels in 2023 and included the generated…
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Birmingham City are set for a multi-million pound boost to their Sports Quarter development after chancellor Rachel Reeves committed investment which will see the city’s metro reach the club’s planned new stadium. Part of the £2.4bn allocated to the West Midlands will link Birmingham’s Sports Quarter to the centre of town, according to West Midlands…
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Chancellor Rachel Reeves has confirmed that more pensioners will be eligible for the Winter Fuel Payment this year, signalling a U-turn on one of Labour’s earliest and most contentious policies. Read more: Winter fuel payment U-turn in place this year, but key details remain unclear
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An increasing number of American taxpayers are eyeing the UK as their new home, according to Blick Rothenberg, a leading UK-based audit, tax, and business advisory firm. Read more: More American taxpayers are planning to relocate to the UK as Trump exodus grows
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As artificial intelligence persistently transforms the creative realm, a significant conversation is emerging regarding the importance of human engagement in this changing digital environment. The British Council has taken a definitive position on the relevance of artists, not solely as participants in AI, but as vital contributors to its evolution and consequences. This perspective marks…
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A Lloyds exec behind the bank’s push to attract “mass affluent” customers has departed within days of the launch of its new service. Jo Harris, who has been with the FTSE 100 bank for more than a decade, would be leaving at the end of the month, according to an internal memo seen by the…
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TikTok has formed a new SME Council to give Britain’s small businesses a bigger say in the evolving digital economy, bringing together entrepreneurs, founders, and content creators who have used the platform to fuel growth. Read more: TikTok launches SME council to elevate small business voices and boost digital growth