Facing a bloc-wide farmers’ uprising, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has boldly taken a major ‘Farm to Fork’ policy off the table.
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Heston Blumenthal calls for greater urgency in tackling companies house fraud
Restaurateur and chef Heston Blumenthal OBE is calling for greater urgency in tackling fraud on Companies House after an investigation revealed more than 750 fake firms using restaurant names have been set up in the past six weeks.
Airbnb ‘reinventing’ itself with £4.8bn share buyback as it looks to go ‘far beyond travel’
Airbnb is charting a course towards diversification beyond its core offerings, unveiling a $6 billion share buyback scheme alongside a mixed set of fourth-quarter results.
All’s Fair in Love and Business
It’s Valentine’s Day and love is unashamedly in the air. But what if everything is not as rosy as it seems?
EU policymakers agree deal on ‘AI Act’ to regulate industry
Two key groups of lawmakers at the European Parliament on Tuesday ratified a provisional agreement on landmark artificial intelligence rules ahead of a vote by the legislative assembly in April that will pave the way for the world’s first legislation on the technology.
Almost a third of UK business owners to sell up to fund retirement
Almost one third of UK business owners plan to sell their businesses to help fund their retirement, according to new research.
Squishmallows launches legal fight against Build-A-Bear
A potential clash is looming between two prominent plush toy manufacturers as they prepare to address a copyright dispute.
Tony Danker launches ‘Growth Incorporated’ following CBI departure settlement
In a move signalling his return to the business arena, Tony Danker, the former director-general of the CBI embroiled in a workplace misconduct controversy, has unveiled his latest venture.
The importance of play at work
The working population spends nearly 70% of their days at work. We all know that ‘all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy(/girl!)’ so what can we do to make sure that employees have enough ‘play’ during their time at work?
What mentoring taught me about business that school couldn’t
When we’re in school, we see it as the only route forward, the only way to thrive. Whilst education is of course important, it is not the only piece of the puzzle to unlocking success.
Piers Morgan Shifts Focus to YouTube for Uncensored Show, Departing TalkTV
Piers Morgan has announced plans to transition his daily Uncensored show away from TalkTV, redirecting his efforts towards its YouTube channel.
What Are Gen Z’s Workplace Values and “Icks”?
Generation Z (defined as those born between 1997 and 2012) will reportedly make up 27% of the workforce by the end of the year.
Thomas Flohr and XO Lead the Growing On Demand Business Aviation Industry
With XO, Thomas Flohr offers business travelers another way to travel privately: efficient, transparent and accessible.
How entrepreneurs can improve customer communication
Most entrepreneurs are not good at seeking customer feedback. Particularly during the early stages of their startups or when business leaders launch a new product or service, they are often so focused on developing this product or service that they overlook the importance of customer interaction.
The Crucial Role of Criminal Record Checks for Employers
In today’s competitive job market, employers face numerous challenges when it comes to hiring the right candidates. Among these challenges, ensuring a safe and secure work environment ranks high on the list of priorities.
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