Business Small Business Owner Foresees Hardship from National Insurance Increase February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek A small business proprietor in south London has stated that the National Insurance (NI) increase, revealed in the recent Budget, will significantly impact her company’s operating costs. Sally Butcher, who…
Business Remote Workers Gain Sleep and Time, ONS Data Indicates February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek Recent data indicates that individuals working from home are utilizing the time previously spent commuting to extend their sleep duration. On average, these individuals obtained an additional 24 minutes of…
Business Sir Jim Walker, Former Director of Walker’s Shortbread, Dies at 80 February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek Sir Jim Walker, who previously served as a director for Walker’s Shortbread, has passed away at 80 years old. He became part of the family enterprise in 1962 and was…
Business Jersey’s Recommended Living Wage Set to Rise in 2025 February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek The recommended living wage in Jersey is scheduled to increase to £14.13 per hour in 2025, as recently announced. This new rate was approved during a meeting of the Jersey…
Business India’s Economic Growth: Signs of Deceleration Amidst Challenges February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek Is the world’s fastest-growing major economy losing momentum? Recent gross domestic product (GDP) figures present a concerning outlook. Between July and September, India’s economy experienced a decline to 5.4%, its…
Business Guernsey Dairy announces wholesale milk price hike February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek Consumers in Guernsey may face higher prices for Guernsey Dairy’s milk in 2025. The States, the proprietor of Guernsey Dairy, has stated that the wholesale price will be raised by…
Business Recycling Facility in Avonmouth to Close Amid Market Challenges February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek The Resource Recovery Centre in Avonmouth, near Bristol, a recycling plant operated by waste management company Viridor, is scheduled to cease operations at the close of the current year. This…
Business Water Supply Restored for Thousands Following Outage February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek The primary water supply has been re-established for numerous households following an interruption that began on Wednesday morning. Southern Water confirmed the resolution of an issue at its Testwood Water…
Business Construction Commences on Bilston Business Park February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek Construction has commenced on a new business park located on a brownfield site in Bilston, a project that the Mayor of the West Midlands stated is expected to generate over…
Business Greggs secures approval for new store despite health board opposition February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek Bakery chain Greggs has successfully overcome an effort to prevent the establishment of a larger new store, despite assertions from health officials that it would offer “unhealthy food.” The Aneurin…