Category: Business
Balbirnie House Hotel plans 12 luxury lodges in Fife to boost weddings and events
Balbirnie House Hotel in Markinch, Fife has lodged plans to build 12 luxury lodges in its 400-acre estate, aiming to grow capacity for weddings and events. The award-winning Georgian mansion, a 4 AA Red Star property, says the expansion will add accommodation while keeping the country house feel. The project will go through Fife Council’s planning process, with heritage and landscape considerations in play.
Aug, 27 2025
Altius Real Estate Shakes Up Plans for £250m Holborn Hotel Development
Altius Real Estate has bought Morley House on Holborn Viaduct for £60 million, kicking off a major £250 million hotel development. The vacant office block will be transformed into a 274-room hotel, revealing a hot market for London office-to-hotel conversions and strong investor appetite.
Aug, 20 2025
Alyssa Stoddard Thrust Into Spotlight After Coldplay Kiss Cam Fiasco at Gillette Stadium
Alyssa Stoddard, an HR executive at Astronomer, found herself at the center of a viral moment after a kiss cam incident at a Coldplay concert involving the company's CEO and CPO. The resulting backlash exposed gaps in corporate policy and leadership communication amid online controversy.
Jul, 19 2025
Inside the Transformation of Huddersfield’s George Hotel: £30m Redevelopment Nears Key Milestone
Huddersfield's iconic George Hotel is in the midst of a £30 million transformation, expanding to 108 rooms with Radisson RED as the new operator. The project blends historic preservation with stylish modern design and will offer new dining, conference, and banqueting options, aiming for completion by spring 2026.
Jul, 16 2025
Mortgage Rates Keep Lid on U.S. Housing Market Despite Signs of Resilience
Persistent mortgage rates are slowing down the U.S. housing recovery in 2025, but Lawrence Yun from NAR sees hope for a turnaround later in the year. With predictions for Fed rate cuts and modest price gains, challenges like inventory shortages and affordability remain key issues.
Jun, 5 2025
UK-India Clinch £5 Billion Trade Deal Slashing Tariffs and Opening Borders
The UK and India sealed a £5 billion trade deal wiping out tariffs on cars, textiles, and whisky, while unlocking easier visas and access for professional services. The ambitious agreement, three years in the making, is set to supercharge bilateral trade by £25.5 billion a year and strengthen ties post-Brexit.
May, 7 2025
Revolut, Zilch CEOs Spotlight UK Fintech Growth at Key Finance Summit
Revolut and Zilch CEOs took center stage at a major UK finance summit focused on drawing global investment and advancing fintech innovation. The event also addressed regulatory issues, with ongoing friction between industry leaders and the FCA over licensing delays, and included discussions supporting the UK’s post-Brexit financial ambitions.
Apr, 25 2025
Essex Entrepreneurs Gear Up for Intense Competition in The Apprentice 2025
Three ambitious entrepreneurs from Essex are stepping into the spotlight for *The Apprentice 2025*. Liam Snellin aims to expand his notable workwear brand, while Dean Franklin brings his air conditioning expertise. Chisola Chitambala joins them, though details about her venture remain scarce. These candidates will tackle challenging tasks to vie for Lord Sugar's investment.
Apr, 4 2025
Former Barclays CEO Faces £1.8 Million Fine and Industry Ban in Harassment Case
The former CEO of Barclays was slapped with a £1.8 million fine and a lifetime ban from the financial services industry following a high-profile sexual harassment case. The decision, made public on May 11, 2023, is a stern reminder of the consequences of misconduct in professional settings, as noted by Compassion Innovation Labs' CEO Kathleen Finlay.
Mar, 18 2025