Daily Market Update from WUBS
18/03/2020
Here’s the latest market update from Western Union Business Solutions.
Reversal of the brain drain: One million young workers set to leave London before turning 33
17/03/2020
The number of young workers leaving London is on the rise, with net migration away from the capital growing, according to new research from leading jobs board Totaljobs and Professor of Economics at Lancaster University, Geraint Johnes.
Coronavirus Update – 17.03.2020
17/03/2020
Downtown boss, Frank McKenna, gives his update on the current Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and what the impact is on businesses.
Budget announcement re £25m for British Library North in Leeds
13/03/2020
In response to the Chancellor’s announcement of £25m government funding to support the siting of a British Library North in Leeds, Leeds City Council has revealed that the Grade I listed Temple Works is being explored as its potential home.
Leeds gets Devo Deal over the line
12/03/2020
In his Budget, the Chancellor has announced that agreement has been reached between Government and West Yorkshire local authority leaders on a devolution deal for the region.
The March 2020 Currency Outlook from WUBS
11/03/2020
Our international payments partner, Western Union Business Solutions, provides us with monthly market insight into global currencies.
Avison Young announces net zero carbon commitment in the UK by 2030
10/03/2020
Strategic real estate advisor commits to net zero carbon in its UK workplaces within the next decade and pledges to inspire and lead the transition to net zero carbon buildings and communities.
6G, connected cameras and 8K TV sets among technology, media and telecoms predictions for 2030
10/03/2020
The technology, media and telecommunications practice at Deloitte announced predictions for the sector in 2030 at the firm’s Media & Telecoms 2020 & Beyond conference.
Technology firm makes landmark new client announcement
28/02/2020
Gas Tag, the Liverpool based company that specialises in compliance technology, has announced that Housing Plus Group has become the first provider to implement its new fire safety product.
HMRC minimum wage underpayment penalties soar to over 1,000
26/02/2020
HM Revenue & Customs issued over 1,000 penalties to businesses for underpaying the National Minimum Wage last year, a 24% rise compared to the previous year.
UK’s youngest workers three times as likely to check their work emails every hour
25/02/2020
The proportion of young workers using their mobile phone very often for business purposes outside of working hours rose from 12 per cent in 2018 to 21 per cent in 2019.
Reich Insurance launches Water Treatment insurance product to plug gaps that could leave companies, engineers and consultants at risk
25/02/2020
Reich Group has announced the launch of their new and bespoke insurance package that offers complete cover for those working in the water treatment industry.