British banknotes have been around since the 16th century and have pretty much remained the same since then. Obviously they have been updated and reprinted regularly with different designs, but apart from that not much has changed. But that could all change... Read More
It was revealed yesterday that the number of empty commercial properties on UK high streets remains worryingly high despite improving economic fortunes. A number of initiatives have been put in place to address this situation but, according to a new report,... Read More
Manchester Council has drawn up a planning framework showing it wants the proposed HS2 terminal to be the centrepiece of a huge regeneration scheme that will breathe new life into the former Mayfield station area, Piccadilly Basin, and the area between the... Read More
As you walk down your local high street, you may have noticed the amount of empty boarded up shops. Unfortunately this trend is set to continue as the number of unoccupied high street commercial properties remains worryingly high. According to the... Read More
SME lending has become a hugely contentious issue in the UK this year. On one hand, the government does not believe that sustainable growth can be achieved without small firms accessing the funds they need to expand, but on the other the banks remain wary... Read More
Investment in Italy's industrial, retail, and office markets increased by 54 per cent during the first six months of 2013 compared to the amount invested last year, according to data released by Cushman & Wakefield. During this period, transactions... Read More
During the recession the appeal for larger, more expensive fashion houses waned as consumers sought clothing which both looked good and adhered to a strict budget. This meant that, while brands such as Mulberry and Burberry struggled to meet sales targets,... Read More
The government has revealed plans to introduce a specialist planning court to prevent development schemes getting bogged down in unnecessary legal wranglings. The ‘planning chamber’ would ensure that judicial reviews are conducted by expert judges, able... Read More
Society has changed hugely in the past few decades, with new technology narrowing the gap between work and home life. As email, instant messaging and networking tools become more advanced, employees often find themselves finishing tasks after hours which... Read More
Online fashion retailer ASOS has announced plans to extend its Barnsley distribution hub to double storage capacity and continue its growth. The plans follow the news that the global company, in one of Europe's largest logistics deals, has awarded a... Read More
