UK online retailers contend with technical debt as consumer expectations shift
As retailers face the challenge of aligning consumer desires with their business capabilities, a mounting concern known as "technical debt" has emerged.
UK's pandemic-led online shopping boom phasing out as online sales drop by 3.3% in May
In May alone, online sales declined by 3.3 per cent. The figures highlight how non-store sales, that is online sales, were down in three out of four weeks in May.
People still think it is justified to beat your wife, claims UN report
The social and cultural biases against women have not shown any sign of progress in the last 10 years, according to the latest report by the United Nations.
How sustainable is the new net migration number in the UK?
The new net migration number stands at 606,000, with research contradicting the government, which insists that the net migration number is not sustainable.
Sunak failing to deliver on priorities, say Britons in new poll
Almost 6 months since Rishi Sunak set out the five priorities his government would tackle, an Ipsos poll shows Britons believe he is failing.
UK businesses prepare for turbulence as government raises interest rates
Despite narrowly escaping a technical recession late last year, the UK economy finds itself on fragile ground as
high-interest rates loom.
How welcome are women in the construction industry?
Women make up less than 15 per cent of the construction industry in the UK, often represented in construction manager positions. Non-profit organisations are working with women and employers to better gender diversity in the manual labour workforce.
Asylum decisions taken by the Home Office have fallen by 18% since December, new analysis shows
Asylum decisions have fallen by 18 per cent since December, according to an analysis conducted by the Home Office, revealing the backlog had risen to 172,758 at the end of March.
Number of migrants to Britain reaches record high of 606,000
This influx of migrants comes despite the government's pledge to reduce the number of student visas issued.
The new pandemic? Mental health issues driving the rise in persistent absences from school
Despite the World Health Organisation declaring the pandemic over, its effects are still felt today, with a death toll totalling over 226,000 in Britain alone.
UK inflation slides to 13-month low, stays elevated
UK food price inflation stood at 19 percent in April, around the highest level in more than 45 years.
Major new study reveals 72% of companies have now mandated a return to the workplace
A major new study has revealed that 72 per cent of companies globally have now mandated a return to the workplace, with 42 per cent now reporting a higher level of employee attrition.
British legislation leaves cohabiting couples vulnerable after separation
The ONS revealed the most notable percentage change in cohabitation among people was in those aged 25 to 29 years, with an increase from 56.5 per cent in 2011 to 71.6 per cent in 2021.
Export Dilemma: How British SMEs can navigate international trade
As British SMEs recover from the effects Covid-19, and other economic struggles, they navigate potential markets by engaging in international trade
Study reveals more than 80% of UK business owners dread labour shortages
The labour shortage challenge may persist for some time, given the impact of COVID-19 and the post-Brexit points-based immigration system's implementation.
UK interest rates raised for 12th time in a row to highest level for almost 15 years
UK interest rates have been raised for the 12th time in a row in a further attempt by the Bank of England to slow the rising cost of living, increasing the Bank's base rate from 4.25 to 4.5 per cent.
British Foreign Secretary travels to US with Russia-Ukraine war on the agenda
British Foreign Secretary James Cleverly meets US Secretary of State Antony Blinken to discuss the approach of Britain and the US to Ukraine and bilateral international trade.
UK sees record sickness and zero productivity growth in 2022
Britain saw a record number of working days lost due to short-term sickness last year and zero annual growth in economic output per hour worked in the final quarter of 2022, according to official data released on Wednesday.
Rising energy costs have caused 40% of British firms to stop hiring
To mitigate the impact of the rising energy costs, some UK firms have halted their recruitment of new staff, and others are downsizing their workforce.
Inflation takes food prices nearly 9% higher than this time last year
Just when it looked like we reached a turning point in the fight against inflation, figures from last-month show its impacts are still biting retailers. Inflation has taken food prices 8.9% higher than this time last year.
UK Inflation continues to threaten hospitality businesses despite improved CPI figures
As UK CPI figures show a slight ease in inflation, businesses in the hospitality industry face a tough year ahead with food prices persistently high.
UK retail sales volume slips by nearly 1% in March due to unfavourable weather
The UK saw a 0.9% drop in retail sales volumes in March as a result of poor weather. However, the 3-month trend presents an optimistic outlook for retailers.
Reducing time to hire remains a key trend in HR tech search
Recent data demonstrate that organisations are still trying to reduce the time-to-hire rate and fill key roles in a short period of time amidst a tight talent market and despite a slowing economy.
More businesses are increasing days in the office - is remote work dying?
Mandating an increase in days in the office does not address why staff are reluctant to return, warns global workplace creation expert Unispace.
How UK gig workers are navigating the dynamics of the unique British labour force
Many gig workers enjoy working on their terms but have to bear the burden of lower wages. However, employers are still turning to the gig sector to cut labour costs.
UK economy shows signs of recovery despite inflation's drag
British businesses reported their busiest month in a year and consumers turned more confident.
Westminster traffic wardens set to strike during coronation as high inflation fuels pay disputes
Adding to the recent wave of strike action across the UK in recent months, traffic wardens are set to strike during the King's coronation unless a pay dispute can be settled in time.
The next pandemic is coming and the UK is not prepared, warn top scientists
Top scientists believe that the UK is not prepared for another COVID-19-like pandemic.
Security guards at London's Heathrow airport to strike in May
The airport's management insist they have been engaged in talks with Unite for months and had improved a 10 percent pay rise offer with a further £1,150 lump sum this year.
UK records western Europe's highest inflation as March fall disappoints
Britain was the only country in western Europe with double-digit inflation in March after it fell less than expected, official data showed on Wednesday, bolstering bets that the Bank of England will raise interest rates again in May.