Chuka Umunna calls for top-down diversity push in City
Former MP Chuka Umunna urges senior leaders to dismantle barriers for Black professionals in finance. Discover the key initiatives and data driving the change.
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Chinwe Odimba-Chapman: First Black Female Partner at Chapman Taylor
Chinwe Odimba-Chapman makes history as the first Black female partner at architecture giant Chapman Taylor. She discusses merit, visibility, and shaping London's future skyline. Read her inspiring story.
John McCalla-Leacy: Your Difference is Your Strength
Evelyn Partners' John McCalla-Leacy shares his journey, advocating for authenticity and diversity as key drivers for success in the competitive UK finance sector. Discover his insights.
Fitzgerald & Lewis Founder Calls for Culturally Aware Leadership
Kimberley Lewis argues inclusive leadership is a baseline expectation for modern firms. Discover her strategies for embedding cultural awareness and boosting retention.
Barriers to Senior Black Professionals Begin Outside Work
Gavin Lewis of BlackFinch explains the systemic barriers limiting senior Black talent in UK finance. Discover the data and the needed solutions. Read more.
Hervé Ekue on the City's Diversity and Inclusion Challenge
City veteran Hervé Ekue argues a scarcity of visible role models makes it harder for diverse talent to envision reaching the top. Discover the insights and solutions.
Albertha Charles on Diversity as a Career Asset in Finance
Albertha Charles, MD at Morgan Stanley, argues that your background and experiences are key assets in finance. Discover her insights on authentic leadership and diversity.
Pride events face financial crisis as costs soar, donations fall
Pride organisers across the UK confront a severe funding crisis, with events cancelled and charities reporting halved corporate donations. Discover the challenges facing the movement.
Centrelink contractor paid no corporate tax for two years
A major Centrelink call centre operator, Telco Services Australia, paid no corporate tax for two years after winning a multi-million pound government contract. Read the full investigation.
Charity watchdog probes City & Guilds sale
The Charity Commission has launched a statutory inquiry into the sale of the City & Guilds business arm. Discover the concerns over the £1.5bn deal and its impact on the charity's educational mission.
London arts sector must learn corporate speak to save itself
London's creative industry faces a funding crisis. To survive, it must prove its economic value with data and forge cross-sector partnerships, moving beyond cultural silos.
Glencore and Rio Tinto Restart Merger Negotiations
Mining giants Glencore and Rio Tinto have resumed talks on a potential mega-merger that could create the world's largest mining firm. The deal, driven by record commodity prices, faces a key deadline in February. Read the latest.
London's 'AI for the People' Project Democratises Technology
A groundbreaking London initiative is putting AI tools directly into the hands of residents, tackling the digital divide. Discover how communities are using tech for social good.
LGBTQ+ charities in crisis as corporate donations halve
UK LGBTQ+ charities warn of a 'hostile environment' as corporate funding collapses. Stonewall's donations halved amid a global pushback on DEI and trans rights. Read the full analysis.
UK mirrors US corporate greed, echoing Thatcher and Reagan eras
A Guardian letters analysis argues Britain's path under Thatcher parallels the US under Reagan, leading to deep inequality. Read the full critique and join the debate.
UK urged to end 12-year financial literacy test boycott
The UK has avoided the OECD's PISA financial literacy test since 2012. As the government explores joining in 2029, experts argue participation is vital for evidence-based policy, productivity, and inclusion.
Get cheaper broadband on benefits: A pensioner's guide
A reader asked how her 69-year-old sister on benefits can get online. We explain social tariffs, free data schemes, and local help available for affordable internet access in the UK.
FTSE 100 bosses outearn average worker in 3 days
New research reveals FTSE 100 CEOs will surpass the typical UK worker's annual pay by Tuesday 6th January 2026. The pay gap highlights stark inequality in how work is valued. Read the full analysis.
FTSE 100 bosses earn worker's yearly pay in 29 hours
A stark report reveals FTSE 100 CEOs are paid 113 times the median worker. By 11:30am on Tuesday 6th January 2026, they will have earned a typical annual salary. Calls grow for corporate governance reform.
US exempt from OECD global minimum tax deal
The OECD finalises a watered-down global tax agreement, exempting US multinationals from the 15% minimum rate. Tax transparency groups condemn the move as a major setback.
JPMorgan Launches New Unit for Dealmaking Clients
JPMorgan Chase launches a new strategic advisory unit to offer expanded services to its corporate dealmaking clients, signalling a major push in investment banking. Discover the strategy.
Scott Trust Annual Report 2024/25 Highlights Guardian's Growth
The Scott Trust's latest annual report reveals a year of significant achievements for the Guardian, including the successful Europe edition launch and the Feast app. Discover the financial results and future outlook.
Scott Trust releases 2024 governance and financial reports
The Scott Trust, owner of Guardian Media Group, has published its annual corporate governance and financial statements for 2024, detailing its mission to secure the Guardian's future.
The 'Hey You!' Marketing Trend: Authenticity Crisis
London writer Max Fletcher critiques the overuse of faux-friendly 'you' in corporate communications. Explore why this direct address feels disingenuous and patronising.
Company Registrations Fall 30% After New ID Rules
New identity verification rules at Companies House have led to a sharp 30% drop in weekly registrations, aiming to combat fraud but raising concerns about evolving tactics.
Storytelling: An Ancient Art, Not a Corporate Invention
The Society for Storytelling responds to the corporate trend of 'owning the narrative', arguing that oral storytelling is a fundamental human art that builds empathy and cognitive health.
Labour closes shareholder revolt register after 8 years
The Labour government has shut down a public register naming firms hit by shareholder revolts over executive pay. Critics warn this will bury controversies and harm corporate transparency in the UK.
BNP Paribas promotes Lynagh and Jourdan in capital markets
BNP Paribas has restructured its capital markets leadership, promoting Michael Lynagh and Olivier Jourdan to new co-head roles. Discover the strategic moves shaping the bank's future.
FTSE-100 Informa begins hunt for new chairman
FTSE-100 events giant Informa has begun the search for a new chairman to succeed John Rishton. CEO Stephen Carter's move to Dubai signals extended leadership. Full details here.
Trump's 2025 Pardons Fuel White-Collar Crime Surge
Donald Trump's administration pardoned key white-collar criminals like Binance's Changpeng Zhao, undermining financial enforcement and raising risks of economic instability. Explore the alarming trend.
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