In the Business News category you will find a wide selection of articles on businesses and their UK commercial properties. These include corporate news stories featuring companies ranging from established market leaders to SMEs and recent start-ups.
The worldwide obesity crisis, and ensuing media attention, have forced consumers to consider the health implications of their diet in a way never before seen. As a result, natural, locally grown produce has become highly desirable for those looking to keep... Read More
The French firm, which owns the Ibis, Sofitel, Mercure and Novotel chains, appears to have finally relented to the growing demand from consumers. Guests at 59 Ibis hotels, 76 Mercure hotels and 31 Novotel hotels will be able to connect online in all public... Read More
With the controversy over zero hours contracts hitting the headlines on a daily basis, a number of other employment issues have been brought to the fore now that the recession is over and job security is a little more assured. One of the key issues this week... Read More
Westminster Council has written to Communities Secretary Eric Pickles to register its opposition to the proposal to relax parking restrictions on double yellow lines which, it says, would lead to gridlock in the West End. The government proposal is... Read More
Internet shopping poses a huge threat to retailers who have spent the past 10 years investing in their commercial property portfolio. This is especially pertinent to chains such as Tesco, which has built its business around so-called “Tesco Towns” –... Read More
Since the smoking ban was introduced in England, Wales and Northern Ireland in 2007 (and Scotland the previous year), smokers are now forced to smoke outside. Many huddle by the pub’s front door, but others choose a much more comfortable place to enjoy a... Read More
The international hotel industry has begun to thrive once more, with tourists and businesspeople taking advantage of good deals on flights and a less perilous economy to travel to far-flung destinations. As a result, some of the world’s leading hotel groups... Read More
London is one of the fashion capitals of the world, with Fashion Week drawing international celebrities and fashion houses each year. It is hardly surprising, then, that three of the world’s top designers are now searching for retail properties in the... Read More
EasyJet founder Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou, is to launch a low-cost grocery business, aimed at undercutting the likes of budget supermarkets Aldi and Lidl. Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou (right) Sir Stelios's Easygroup announced plans to open a pilot site in... Read More
The roadside restaurant, first popularised in America, has now become a firm staple of the British motorist’s way of life. Popular chains such as Burger King, McDonald’s and Costa Coffee can all be spotted in motorway service stations, with these branches... Read More
Business News covers more than company results. Of course you will find these stories in this category alongside news of the latest business deals, mergers and administrations. You can also read about director’s bonuses, supermarket price wars and current retail promotions.
We also carry features covering topical issues affecting businesses like the increasing use of smart phones and the impact of social media. And because business involves people we also report on both serious and light hearted issues facing the staff of offices and other commercial properties.
So if this is the kind of news that interests you, you’ll find it here together with regular updates, analysis and background features.
