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.
The International banking crisis still casts a shadow over the economy. Only this week Prime Minister David Cameron announced measures designed to curb fat cat pay rises and promised he would consider others to punish negligent bankers.... Read More
Troubled commercial property retailer HMV has reported a stark fall in sales for the Christmas period but noted a slowing in the weakening of its music and film business.... Read More
The Bank of England has held UK interest rates at a record low as gloomy retail news raises fears of a double-dip recession.... Read More
In the current financial crisis that has dominated worldwide headlines for much of the past year, it has been highlighted that the pay ‘gap’ has meant those on high wages are getting wealthier while people with a more modest pay packet are left struggling... Read More
There are so many reports in the news headlines about retails struggling and having to go into administration. However, some are reporting that various shops have seen an increase in sales.... Read More
When Conservative MP Louise Mensch left a Commons phone-hacking hearing because it was her turn for the school run, it reignited the debate about our work-life balance.... Read More
The Royal Bank of Scotland has announced it plans to cut up to 3,500 jobs in a bid to “reduce risk” to existing customers.... Read More
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) have been accused of harassing small commercial property businesses, with plans to conduct spot checks on their record-keeping.... Read More
According to traders, the new arrival of the Westfield shopping centre, which will form a gateway to the London Olympics, has left local commercial property businesses struggling to stay afloat.... Read More
More than two million people passed through the doors of the Leicester Highcross commercial property shopping centre in December-going beyond all expectations.... Read More
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.
