Breaking News
Scottish Secretary Ian Murray has been talking about the UK-EU trade deal, saying it’s going to last for a whopping 12 years. Seems like a pretty long time, right? Well, Taylor Wimpey España is also in the news, talking about the perks of buying off-plan. Who knew buying a house could be so exciting? And Kronos Homes is launching some fancy Marriott branded residences at Salgados Resort in Algarve. Sounds posh!
Climate Change
So, it looks like global temperatures have been on the rise, hitting about 1.4 degrees Celsius above what they used to be before all this industrial stuff. This has caused more heatwaves, floods, longer wildfire seasons, and droughts all over the place. The OECD has a new report on this, so you might want to check that out.
Pollution
City Hall in London is freaking out about air pollution, triggering a ‘high’ alert because of all the nasty stuff coming over from mainland Europe. The folks at Imperial College London are predicting some serious air quality issues, so watch out for that.
Net Zero
Apparently, more than half of project professionals are super confident that the UK will hit its net zero targets by 2050. That’s a pretty big deal, right? It’s way better than the measly 31% who aren’t so sure about it. Let’s hope they’re right!
Entrepreneurs
Chris Hulatt, the Co-Founder of Octopus Group, gave a speech about helping out the next generation of entrepreneurs in Britain. It’s always nice to see successful people giving back, don’t you think?
Talent
If you work in the hospitality sector, you might want to brace yourself for some disappointing news. Salaries are down by an average of 10.3% compared to last year, with the hotel sector taking the biggest hit. Ouch!
PEOPLE
London
Uber Boats by Thames Clippers just got a massive £59 million funding boost from NatWest and Santander. Looks like they’re planning to upgrade their fleet, so keep an eye out for some fancy new boats cruising down the Thames.
Insights & Advice
Feeling burnt out? Maybe it’s time for a road trip. Skip the plane ticket and enjoy the open road for a change. Who knows, it might be just what you need to recharge those batteries.
Hospitality & Leisure
Business trips can be exhausting, but a good night’s sleep is crucial. If you’re a frequent flyer between Singapore and London, you’ll understand the importance of a comfortable bed after a long day of meetings and jetlag.
Food & Drink
Greggs is killing it in the sales department, with growth looking much better than last year. Seems like they’re on a roll, so keep enjoying those tasty treats from your favorite bakery.
So, there you have it, folks! The latest scoop on everything from trade deals to climate change to fancy new boats in London. Stay tuned for more updates on what’s happening in the world around us.