The UK services sector saw further job losses in December, despite a rebound in business activity and rising client confidence. Analysts warn of intense cost pressures and a sluggish economic outlook. Read the full analysis.
Official data reveals a widening gap: public sector employment and wages surge while private sector faces decline. Explore the political fallout and reform pledges.
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.
A new £820m scheme for young unemployed faces criticism for contradicting policies that restrict flexible work. Experts warn it masks a shrinking opportunity landscape.
Labour's employment bill moves forward after business groups urge Lords to stop blocking it, but critical details on contracts and rights are deferred to secondary legislation, setting the stage for fresh disputes.
Financial analysts and tech insiders debate whether the massive investment in artificial intelligence is a sustainable boom or a bubble poised to burst. Listen to the full podcast analysis.
Exclusive report reveals London councils' £555m reliance on consultants and outsourcing firms for basic services, raising democratic concerns. Read the full investigation.
UK regulators have torn up the rulebook for building societies, removing key lending limits to drive growth. Discover how this deregulation will impact mutuals and the housing market.
UK construction activity contracted at its fastest pace since May 2020 in November, with the PMI hitting 39.4. Experts suggest budget uncertainty skewed the data. Read the full analysis.
London has climbed to second place in a global ranking of top tech centres, narrowly missing the top spot to Zurich. Discover the key drivers behind the capital's rise and which cities made the top ten.
The Victorian government announces a major public sector overhaul, aiming to cut 4,000 jobs and save $2.3bn. Find out which departments are affected and the impact on services.
London's iconic Carnaby Street could be transformed by a major public realm revamp. Shaftesbury Capital's plans include new signage, lighting, and a return to its historic roots. Have your say in the consultation.
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.
A damning review finds appointments to government boards routinely abused, looking like 'nepotism'. The Albanese government unveils new rules but rejects key recommendations.
Metro readers share mixed reactions to Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Budget, debating tax burdens, NHS spending, and the nation's economic future. Join the conversation.
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.
Young farmers in New Zealand face impossible barriers to land ownership despite feeding the nation. Discover the human stories behind the statistics and what's being done.
Labour-run Hackney Council petitions government for rent cap powers as borough sees 49% rent rise since 2010. Could this be the solution to London's housing crisis?
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.
British energy bill payers will fund £2bn annually to EDF for Hinkley Point C and Sizewell C nuclear plants. Discover how Contracts for Difference impact your bills.
A record 3.7 million applicants in China are competing for just 38,100 civil service roles, highlighting a major shift towards job security amid economic uncertainty. Discover the driving forces behind this trend.
Tate gallery staff begin week-long strike over pay dispute as workers reveal reliance on food banks. Union demands fair wages for cultural sector employees.
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.
The Professional Cricketers' Association advises players against signing The Hundred contracts amid a dispute with franchise owners over controversial 12-month release clauses. Learn more about the standoff.
Abu Dhabi Finance Week positions UAE as global financial hub with dual focus on FinTech innovation and sustainable finance. Discover how digital assets and green capital shape economic future.
Transport for London discloses it spent £4 million annually with O2 before switching to Vodafone. Discover the full financial details revealed by a Freedom of Information request.
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?
Treasurer Jim Chalmers confirms departments must identify savings from low-priority spending, denying major job cuts while facing Coalition criticism over election promises.
American financial giant StoneX launches ambitious London expansion targeting mid-sized hedge funds with prime brokerage services. Discover how this move shakes up the City.
Protesters demand proper maternity pay for Lambeth leisure centre staff on 'fake casual' contracts. Join the fight for workers' rights in Brixton.