Boris Johnson’s tax plan would ‘benefit wealthy most’ – IFS
The Tory leadership candidate’s plan would cost “many billions”, the Institute for Fiscal Studies says. Read full original article »
Category Archives: Commercial News
Eurostar defends alcohol limits on trains
Passengers have complained about the restrictions of one bottle of wine or four cans of beer. Read full original article »
Boots rolls out paper bags after plastics row
The chain is introducing paper bags in 53 of its 2,485 stores – but not in its central pharmacy. Read full original article »
Wind power: £100m fund aims to boost UK companies
The offshore wind industry says the money will help to ‘maximise opportunities’ for UK companies. Read full original article »
Patisserie Valerie scandal: Five people arrested
The chain collapsed in January and is under new management, but the probe into its finances continues. Read full original article »
Climate protesters storm Garzweiler coalmine in Germany
The activists broke through police lines during a weekend of protests against fossil fuel use. Read full original article »
Businesses push government to complete HS2 railway
Business leaders have written a letter urging the next prime minister to commit to completing HS2. Read full original article »
Slack: Why is this loss-making tech firm worth $20bn?
The messaging app has investors piling in on hopes it can replace email for workplace communication. Read full original article »
Cannabis-laced beer and dog treats excite big firms
Big firms are chasing a share of the cannabis market, but growth could be volatile, says a report. Read full original article »
Former Barclays chief John Varley cleared of fraud charges
The Court of Appeal declined an application by the Serious Fraud Office to overturn a previous court decision. Read full original article »