Economy


In the Economy category you will find all the latest news concerning the economic picture and its impact on the UK commercial property market. This includes the wider effect on businesses, employment and consumers.


Holidays off to a Flying Start if you Leave Mid-Week

Posted on 31 August, 2012 by Kirsten Kennedy under Economy

With the current economic situation leaving the average family struggling in terms of disposable income, it seems that foreign holidays are a luxury few can afford.... Read More

Olympics Prove Unsuccessful for Hotels in Scotland

Posted on 30 August, 2012 by MOVEHUT under Economy

Edinburgh’s tourism industry has been hit badly by the impact of the Olympics clashing with the capitals festivals-even with ticket sales rallying since the end of the games.... Read More

800 Jobs to be Axed at Aviva

Posted on by Kirsten Kennedy under Economy

In a bid to save £400 million, bosses at FTSE 100 insurance company Aviva have announced that up to 800 jobs will be axed at their commercial properties throughout the UK.... Read More

Pricing Plastic Bags Proves Popular with Shoppers

Posted on 29 August, 2012 by Kirsten Kennedy under Economy

If you live in Wales, you will know that a trip to the nearest supermarket has altered somewhat in the past few years.... Read More

Bank Holiday Blues for the Economy?

Posted on 27 August, 2012 by Kirsten Kennedy under Economy

Everyone loves a good Bank Holiday - an extra day of sleeping in, socialising with friends and even hitting some high street commercial properties for a spot of retail therapy if we feel particularly motivated... Read More

Notting Hill Carnival Promises Colour, Music and Ringing Tills

Posted on 25 August, 2012 by Neil Bird under Economy

This weekend the streets of West London will be transformed by a mass of colourful sights and uplifting sounds as the annual Notting Hill Carnival gets underway.... Read More

Coalition Criticised Over School Playing Fields Sell-Off

Posted on 24 August, 2012 by Neil Bird under Economy

The coalition government has come under fire following the revelation that information it provided about the sale of land belonging to schools was inaccurate.... Read More

New Rules Could See Less Clipboards on the High Street

Posted on 23 August, 2012 by MOVEHUT under Economy

We have all been stalked by a charity worker, aka chugger, clutching a clipboard at some point whilst out shopping on the high street.... Read More

Throwing Away Money on Travel Size Toiletries?

Posted on by Kirsten Kennedy under Economy

The aftermath of 9/11 saw many changes take place in commercial property airports.... Read More

What impact has the Olympics had on London retailers so far?

Posted on 22 August, 2012 by MOVEHUT under Economy

Footfall rose 5 per cent for the period of the Olympics with the West End enjoying a 10.6 per cent year-on-year increase during the course of the second week of London 2012, according to data provider Springboard.... Read More

Learn more about our Economy category

The economy affects us all. It can make or break Governments, prove a factor in the success or failure of a business and dramatically influence consumer confidence. Our articles focus on its impact on the commercial property market in the widest sense.

This means that we cover stories on how the economy affects the prospects of commercial property occupiers and their employees. We also carry the latest company, financial and consumer news.

So if you want to read about the latest corporate developments or keep up to date with recent openings and closures on the high street then this is the page for you.