THE Government’s plans for more devolution across England is essential to boost the country’s economic growth, according to Treasury Minister James Murray. He also said that net migration is too high and that immigration needs to be focussed more on the skills that are needed
Visitors to People’s History Museum (PHM) will get an extra warm welcome to the national museum of democracy this summer with the completion of a project to increase accessibility to the building and a range of inspiring activities taking place over the months ahead. A
Amazon, which has a fulfilment centre in Manchester, has been named as the UK’s leading employer for Armed Forces veterans. Amazon was ranked first in the top 50 employers of veterans in the UK by the GREAT British Employers of Veterans, a comprehensive benchmark of
As Britain eagerly anticipates warmer weather over summer, experts have today warned the soaring temperatures are having an adverse effect on the nation’s favourite insect – the humble bumblebee. Bees expend masses of energy to keep cool in hot weather, which means they lose interest
Following the release of his fourth studio album Black Bayou, Finley will be bringing the songs of his latest masterwork to Glasgow, Manchester, Norwich and London in November – dates and details are listed below. Tickets on sale now here. Telling tales of the bayou
Legendary punk band – THE UNDERTONES – have announced a string of new UK shows across the UK this Summer and Autumn. Bringing with them a cavalcade of classic support acts, the band will be joined at various dates by Ruts DC, The Rezillos, and
The UK’s former chief immigration officer has said he believes the number of migrants crossing the Channel illegally will go up over the next few weeks. Kevin Saunders said migrants were pleased at Keir Starmer’s victory as they feel he will make it much easier
Ahead of World Orca Day (14 July), three PETA “orcas” wearing chains burst into TUI’s Manchester branch – the city’s airport is the company’s biggest UK base – and took over the store windows holding signs reading, “Help Me!” and “Free Me!” Two other PETA
Leading steelmakers globally are beginning to take steps to decarbonise and low emissions steel options are emerging on the market. But new analysis from ResponsibleSteel demonstrates that radical shifts to reduce emissions by a select number of industry leaders or “first movers” will not be
There was a significant jump in stockpiling by UK companies in the period 17-30 June, in the run-up to the general election and crunch new economic data. The delivery expert Parcelhero says retailers and manufacturers must ensure their supply chains are robust enough to absorb