<?xml encoding=”utf-8″ ?????????> In this article, we will explore the expansion of the LANDFirst company in the United Kingdom, focusing on the ambitious Victoria project. Despite facing macroeconomic challenges, the company’s decision to expand their business in the UK exemplifies their unwavering confidence in the market’s potential, their long-term strategic […]
PLDT, Smart support creation of Connectivity Index Rating
Leading integrated telco network PLDT Inc. (PLDT) and its wireless subsidiary Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) join calls for the creation of a Connectivity Index Rating to elevate internet quality in the country. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) […]
Tube strikes cancelled after ‘intense’ talks lead to breakthrough
<?xml encoding=”utf-8″ ?????????> Strikes by London Underground staff that were due to take place next week have been called off, the RMT and Aslef union has announced. The unions said a breakthrough had been achieved after “intense” negotiations with Transport for London (TfL) bosses in the days leading up to […]
MPs sets sights on championing UK film industry as Hollywood struggles
<?xml encoding=”utf-8″ ?????????> Parliament has launched a new inquiry into British film and high-end TV, examining issues around skills and retention as well as challenges posed from the rise of artificial intelligence. MPs on the culture, media and sport committee will investigate what needs to be done to maintain and […]
Marcos: PHL will not cooperate with ICC in Duterte drug war probe
Presidential candidate Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. is seen at the miting de avance in Paranaque City, May 7. — PHILIPPINE STAR/KRIZ JOHN ROSALES MANILA – Philippine President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. said on Friday his government will […]
Is poor service turning your customers into ‘silent switchers’?
<?xml encoding=”utf-8″ ?????????> When customers have a positive interaction with a company, almost all (94%) say it increases the chances of them purchasing again. In other words, great experiences lead to increased revenue. And while there are a few ingredients to delivering a standout experience, two stand above the rest […]
Nearly half of women believe work has a negative impact on their mental health
<?xml encoding=”utf-8″ ?????????> 48 percent of women said work had a negative impact on their mental health, compared to 40 percent of men. Women are also less confident in openly discussing their mental wellbeing with their employer. 34 percent of men called in sick due to poor mental health and […]
Businesses lack confidence in HMRC’s competence
<?xml encoding=”utf-8″ ?????????> Business confidence in the HMRC’s competence has fallen markedly as accountants raise “significant concerns” about the accuracy of the information it provides. Official annual surveys of SME-sized businesses released by HMRC has revealed that those with fewer than 20 staff are least confident, with confidence levels down […]
UK businesses struggle to recruit staff needed to fill key roles
<?xml encoding=”utf-8″ ?????????> Employers are still struggling with labour shortages and would need the entire population of Birmingham twice over to fill every vacancy, according to the latest snapshot of Britain’s labour market. Employers ran active job advertisements for 2.25 million jobs in the week to July 9 — 53 […]
UK government borrowing less than expected as tax receipts rise and debt bill falls
<?xml encoding=”utf-8″ ?????????> Government borrowing rose by less than forecast last month as strong tax revenues and a falling debt interest bill helped to boost the public finances. Official figures from June showed that public borrowing rose by £18.5 billion, less than the £21.1 billion expected by the government’s independent […]