Public Sector Jobs & Pay Growth Outstrip Private Firms
Official data reveals a widening gap: public sector employment and wages surge while private sector faces decline. Explore the political fallout and reform pledges.
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Child damages £240k gold crown at Beijing museum
A young boy knocks over a £240,765 gold wedding crown at a Beijing museum. Experts estimate £42,420 in damage as liability questions arise. Read the latest.
Fury as Pubs Hit by Huge Business Rates Rises
UK publicans voice fury at Chancellor's business rates changes, with bills set to skyrocket by up to 126%. Landlords warn of closures, job cuts, and price hikes as the hospitality sector reels.
Baby of brain-dead mum remains in NICU for Christmas
The family of Adriana Smith, kept on life support due to Georgia's heartbeat law, share a heartbreaking update as her son, born prematurely, is still too ill to come home for the holidays.
Premier Inn debuts charity pyjamas inspired by sleep
Premier Inn launches its first-ever limited-edition sleepwear collection, with all proceeds supporting Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity. New research reveals the UK's love for pyjama days.
Inside the Law Firm Betting on 5-Star Client Service
Discover how Addleshaw Goddard is using personalised hospitality, from birthday cookies to fine dining, to stand out in London's competitive legal market and win client loyalty.
Budget Fallout: 70% of Firms Expect Negative Impact
Exclusive data reveals deep business pessimism after the Autumn Budget, with price hikes and job cuts expected. Read the full analysis from ICAEW.
Public patience with Labour runs out over budget, poll shows
Exclusive City AM polling reveals deep public discontent with Labour's budget, with most seeing tax threshold freezes as a broken manifesto promise. Discover the full fallout.
Lindt's Exclusive London-Only Chocolate Bar Launches
Lindt launches an exclusive matcha & strawberry chocolate bar, available only at its London Piccadilly store. Just 200 bars will be sold this Saturday. Discover the details.
AI Forces Legal Hiring Shift, Says Legora CEO
Max Junestrand, CEO of legal tech firm Legora, warns AI is reshaping legal careers. As the firm's valuation soars to $1.8bn, he reveals aggressive London hiring plans for 2026.
Labour Defends 'Jobs for Mates' Review Findings
The Labour government faces criticism after failing to adopt key recommendations from its own review into public sector appointments. Read the full analysis of the political fallout.
Readers debate Rachel Reeves' Budget impact
Metro readers share mixed reactions to Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Budget, debating tax burdens, NHS spending, and the nation's economic future. Join the conversation.
Bucherer Masterworks Watch Showcase Opens in London
Discover Bucherer's Masterworks, a watch-lover's paradise now open at the Royal Opera House. Explore limited editions, engage with experts, and experience haute horlogerie in an immersive setting. Plan your visit today.
Starmer defends budget as Reeves faces 'black hole' row
Keir Starmer defends Rachel Reeves's budget amid Tory calls for her sacking and falling public approval. The PM pledges welfare reform and deregulation.
A&O Shearman's top staff take home £43m after merger
Senior figures at the newly merged law giant A&O Shearman shared a £43.3m payout in the year following its creation. Discover the financial details and strategic implications.
Starmer defends budget amid Reeves 'lying' claims
PM Keir Starmer defends the controversial budget and announces new welfare reforms. Get the latest on the tax rise fallout and accusations against the chancellor.
Reeves Introduces Mansion Tax Surcharge from 2028
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces council tax surcharge up to £7,500 for luxury properties. The radical reform begins April 2028. Read the full analysis.
Young Women Reject Marriage As Gender Expectations Shift
Survey data reveals a growing gender gap in marriage aspirations among young people. Discover why women are increasingly opting out of traditional relationships and what this means for modern partnerships.
Woman jailed for harassing MP Ellie Reeves
Tracey Smith sentenced to 26 weeks for harassing MP Ellie Reeves with threatening emails and voicemails. Read the full story of this attack on democracy.
Banks Win Over Rachel Reeves with UK Expansion Plans
JP Morgan and Goldman Sachs announce major UK expansion after Chancellor Rachel Reeves spared banks from higher taxes in the budget. Discover how City lobbying secured the sector's prized status.
Hospitality sector betrayed by business rates overhaul
UK hospitality faces a devastating stealth tax as a promised 5p business rates cut hides massive bill increases. Pubs and restaurants warn of closures and price hikes.
Simpson Thacher expands London office after hiring spree
US law firm Simpson Thacher announces significant London office expansion following aggressive hiring campaign. The firm continues its strategic growth in the UK legal market.
Mimi Mollica's Moon City: Limited Edition Art Prints
Acquire a signed, limited edition fine art print from Mimi Mollica's acclaimed Moon City series. This urgent meditation on London's financial skyline and the cosmos ends 8 December.
US Banks Announce Major UK Expansion Projects
JP Morgan unveils a new £3bn Canary Wharf headquarters as Goldman Sachs expands in Birmingham, signalling a major vote of confidence in the UK economy. Discover the details.
Two-Child Benefit Limit Abolished in UK Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves abolishes the controversial two-child benefit limit, lifting 450,000 children out of poverty. Discover the impact and the political fallout of this landmark decision.
Market Relief as Reeves's Budget Avoids Truss-Style Chaos
Financial traders in London report calm after Rachel Reeves's budget, with markets showing no major upset. Discover the key takeaways and market reactions from the Canary Wharf trading floor.
Lawyers slam Rachel Reeves's 'illogical' LLP tax
Legal professionals warn Chancellor's proposed LLP tax reforms could damage UK law firms' competitiveness. Experts reveal unintended consequences for partnership structures.
UK Professional Services Dodge Damaging LLP Tax Hike
The UK's professional services sector avoided a targeted tax on LLPs in the Autumn Budget after intense lobbying. Discover how this decision protects a key economic contributor.
NHS gets 250 new health centres and £300m tech funding
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils major NHS overhaul with 250 neighbourhood health centres and £300m technology investment to cut waiting times and modernise care.
Budget: Lower Business Rates for Retail & Hospitality
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces permanently lower business rates for retail and hospitality, funded by higher levies on online giants' warehouses. Will it save the high street?
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