When it comes to hiring a conveyancing solicitor, one of the key concerns is how much you’ll be paying for their services. Solicitors typically offer two main types of fee structures: fixed-fee and hourly rate.…
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The US Postal Service (USPS) has ceased accepting parcels from mainland China and Hong Kong “until further notice,” as fresh rules have shut a loophole allowing duty-free imports of low-value goods. The suspension comes amid…
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Citigroup has confirmed it will press ahead with hybrid working for most of its global workforce, bucking a growing shift among Wall Street rivals towards five days a week in the office. The US banking…
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Google has quietly abandoned its long-held promise not to use artificial intelligence for weaponry, declaring that “free countries” should be able to harness the technology for national security purposes. The policy shift emerged when two…
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Employees at Santander UK are braced for a new wave of redundancies, following a 38% drop in full-year profits and the bank’s decision to press ahead with cost-cutting measures. The British division was one of…
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The British Virgin Islands (BVI) face mounting criticism from Westminster over controversial plans to restrict transparency on corporate ownership, prompting accusations of a “shameful” effort to shield the jurisdiction’s role in money laundering and tax…
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As National Productivity Week shines a light on the challenges facing British industry, there is growing consensus that UK businesses are not yet performing at their full potential. While fresh ideas are emerging from government…
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Online platforms including China’s Shein and Temu are braced for tougher customs controls after the European Commission vowed to stem the influx of what it calls “dangerous products” into EU markets. Many of the billions…
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London’s work culture is undergoing a significant transformation, and it’s not just about where people work—it’s about how they work. The city’s fast-paced, competitive environment has long been associated with long hours, high stress, and…
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The Sun, Britain’s highest-circulation tabloid, is rolling out a new subscription service—dubbed “Sun Club”—priced at £1.99 a month. Launching on Tuesday, it will charge readers for selected star columns, including those by Jeremy Clarkson, as…