Up to half of all lorries bringing goods into Britain are returning to Europe empty as British companies put off resuming exports to the Continent to avoid getting caught by new customs regulations. The Road Haulage Association said that freight exports were still significantly down on expected levels nearly a month after the end of […]Read More
Rishi Sunak has thrown his weight behind plans to force everyone entering Britain to quarantine in a hotel to prevent new coronavirus strains jeopardising the mass vaccination programme. Amid growing support for the proposal among members of the cabinet, the chancellor is understood to have concluded that the economic cost of the move is outweighed […]Read More
UK firms that export to the EU say they are being encouraged by the government to set up subsidiaries in the bloc to avoid disruption under new trade rules. Firms have been hit by extra charges, taxes and paperwork, leading some to stop exporting to the EU altogether. But several say they have been told […]Read More
Some Barclaycard customers will see their minimum repayments rise from Tuesday, at a time when finances are already stretched owing to Covid and Christmas. The new requirements are tailored to each customer, although some may see a significant rise in demands. But the changes will also see charges for exceeding a credit limit scrapped. January […]Read More
The government has refused to commit to schools being open even after the Easter holidays, raising the prospect that parents will have many more weeks of homeschooling before even a phased return of most pupils to the classroom in England. A senior government source cautioned that although the data was starting to show signs of […]Read More
Internet fashion retailer Boohoo has reportedly agreed to buy the online business of Debenhams, in a move which will see the department store chain close its remaining high street shops, according to sources close to the deal. The transaction may be announced this week, according to the Financial Times. The newspaper said it understands the […]Read More
Asos has emerged at the head of the race to acquire Topshop from the administrators of Sir Philip Green’s retail empire, although the new owners of Asda are also among those interested in the brand. The online fast-fashion retailer is understood to have proposed acquiring Topshop, Topman and Miss Selfridge for about £300 million, but […]Read More
In this informative and comprehensive guide, we can discuss all of the ins and outs of lead distribution. You will be able to gain an understanding of the benefits, success metrics, and whether or not it will be able to find a fitting place in your business operations. If you’re wondering what lead distribution is […]Read More
Police officers are unlikely to be given access to people’s medical records to help them enforce lockdown restrictions, a cabinet minister has said. There is concern in government about the proportion of people who do not self-isolate after they test positive for coronavirus. Leaked documents suggested that police officers might be notified about individuals who […]Read More



















