Despite a recent survey showing consumer confidence tumbling to an 11-month low, today’s ONS figures show retail spending actually grew by 1.7% in January. Shoppers may say they are worried about the state of the economy, but that didn’t stop them splashing out at the
Three in ten people in Britain have lied about contracting Covid so they can take time off from work. A study by flexible workspace experts Office Freedom found almost a third of all those asked admitted they faked testing positive for the virus. The news
Festival of Libraries has announced its dates for 2025, with the joyous celebration of libraries set to take place across Greater Manchester from Wednesday 4 June to Sunday 8 June. This year’s festival will take audiences to galaxies far away with Dame Maggie Aderin-Pocock and
Nearly 800 children have been caught driving or riding without insurance in the past four years with one in ten of these aged 14 or below. Since 2021, there has been a significant increase of 2100% in the number of children receiving uninsured driving endorsements,
Noctourism (aka nocturnal tourism) is an exciting new travel trend that is flipping the traditional getaway on its head. While holidaymakers have typically chased the sun, noctourism is all about embracing the night, centring trips on activities after dark. While an intriguing prospect, the freshness
Responding to new ONS inflation figures, which show the consumer prices index rose by 3% in the twelve months to January, ahead of the Bank of England’s 2% target, Muniya Barua, Deputy Chief Executive at BusinessLDN, said: “The rising cost of doing business is making
Kandima Maldives, the game-changing island (desti)nation known for its vibrant hospitality concept and innovative experiences, is excited to introduce Dermot Birchall as its new General Manager. With over 20 years of experience across leading luxury resorts and five-star hotels in Asia, the Middle East, and
THE UK’s role in ensuring the security of Ukraine can only be undertaken in partnership with the USA, according to Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander. She said on GB News: “It was really important that European leaders came together in Paris yesterday to discuss this issue,
To honour International Women’s Day on 8th March 2025, Le Cordon Bleu London and CORD Restaurant invite guests to an inspiring week-long celebration of women’s excellence in food and hospitality. From interactive workshops to an exclusive dining experiences, this exciting programme highlights extraordinary talent and
Just Helping, the community charity supporting over 120 local organisations nationwide are celebrating after raising a record breaking £1.5million through their annual Big Christmas Tree Cycle appeal. The extraordinary efforts of over 4000 volunteers across England, Scotland and Wales saw the nation come together to