New research from Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW) reveals a significant opportunity for brands to reach a valuable yet often overlooked audience: dedicated news followers. Building on Stagwell’s ‘Future of News’ initiative first announced in May, Stagwell set out to further test brand safety concerns — the measures taken to ensure a brand’s advertisements don’t appear alongside content that could potentially harm that brand’s reputation — this time in the U.K. market. Continue reading
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1.2 Million More Homes in England Will Be at Risk of Subsidence by 2050
Analysis of British Geological Survey data from LexisNexis® Risk Solutions, the data, advanced analytics and technology provider to the insurance market, reveals that with the current climate trajectory, approximately 1.2 million more homes in England are at risk of subsidence issues by 2050ii. This is a 27% increase to the estimated 4.5 million households already at subsidence risk today. Continue reading
US Interest Rate Cut: Potential Ripple Effects on the London Property Rental Market – Insights from Walter Soriano London Management
Following the recent 0.5 percentage point reduction in the US Federal Reserve’s interest rate, global financial markets are reacting. While the move primarily affects American borrowers and savers, its effects are expected to ripple into the UK, particularly within London’s property market. Walter Soriano London Management (WSLM) examines the potential impacts on property landlords and investors in London’s rental sector. Continue reading
Shop Smart and Feel Confident – Study Shows Fashion Consumers in the U.K. Prioritise Affordability, Quality, and Unique Style
Fashion doesn’t need to come with a high price tag to offer long lasting value, according to recent research conducted on behalf of global fashion and lifestyle online retailer SHEIN by The Harris Poll. The research, which asked more than 1,000 U.K. adults ages 18 and older about their fashion consumption habits, reveals that a strong majority (90%) do not equate low priced fashion items with being of low value, while half of all shoppers say they wouldn’t be able to afford a fashionable wardrobe without lower-cost brands like SHEIN. Continue reading
New report: E-visas hostile and broken
London, 18 Sept 2024 /Open Rights Group / — As reported in the Guardian, today ORG has published a new report, E-Visas: Hostile and Broken, which examines the Home Office’s plans to roll out e-Visas for migrants in the UK. Continue reading
Pampers is partnering with Olly Murs to help make Scratchy Bottom in Dorset the ONLY scratchy bottom for the Babies of Britain
Recent research by Pampers has revealed that 73% of UK parents say that nappy rash impacts their baby’s mood1. Babies’ skin is 30% thinner and more delicate2 than adult skin, so it’s no surprise that the nappy area can be a prime spot for skin irritation and discomfort, especially when exposed to moisture and the humid environment created by pee and poo. Continue reading
AI Adoption Key to Boosting UK Competitiveness, Not Job Losses
A groundbreaking new white paper from British AI software leader Automated Analytics challenges the widespread fear that Artificial Intelligence (AI) will lead to mass job losses. Contrary to popular belief, the study reveals that none of the 5,000 clients across the UK and US who adopted AI solutions reported layoffs due to AI, highlighting that AI can be a catalyst for growth, not a threat to jobs. Continue reading
Cashback for old phones: TopCashback partners with WeBuyAnyPhone.com to launch device trade-in scheme
TopCashback, the UK’s leading cashback site, has joined forces with WeBuyAnyPhone.com, the UK’s largest independent mobile phone trade in service, to give cashback users an extra £25 back when they recycle their phone. Continue reading
Novelis Doubles Capacity to Recycle Used Beverage Cans in UK
Novelis Inc., a leading sustainable aluminium solutions provider and the world leader in aluminum rolling and recycling, today announced it is investing approximately $90 million to increase recycling capacity for used beverage cans (UBCs) at its plant in Latchford, UK. The project will increase the facility’s recycling capacity for UBCs by 85 kilotonnes per year, equaling a growth of more than 100%. Read more
Wirex and Visa Expand Partnership to Drive Web3 Payment Adoption
Wirex, the leading Web3 money app, and Visa, a world leader in digital payments, are thrilled to announce a partnership to further the use of digital currencies in the UK and the European Economic Area (EEA). Read more
