As of October 1, 2024, Walter Oblin will be the new CEO of Österreichische Post AG. Born in Villach, he joined Swiss Post in October 2009 as Head of Strategy and Group Development. In July 2012, he was appointed Chief Financial Officer and in January 2019 Deputy Chief Executive Officer, …
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The UK Infrastructure Bank (UKIB) has committed up to £87 million in potential funding to support the development of a new subsea HVDC cable factory in Hunterston, located on Scotland’s west coast. This strategic investment aims to address the increasing demand for subsea cables as the UK ramps up its offshore …
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I’ve been tracking the similarity in the corn markets’ (cash and futures) price trends from 2010-2014 and 2020-2024. Meanwhile, the Kansas City Royals have also been following a similar path to a decade ago, dominated by futility interspersed with sudden bursts of winning. Putting aside hard-hitting analysis for a moment, …
Read More »Glastonbury council seeks compensation from Royal Mail
Concerns have been raised over delays in the delivery of the Neighbourhood Plan survey, with the council seeking financial compensation from Royal Mail. Glastonbury Town Council has also extended the consultation deadline to Monday, September 30. The consultation offers residents, retailers, and business owners a chance to share their views …
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Kate Middleton and Prince William have “made their feelings clear” to King Charles as a Prince Harryreunion “hangs in the balance”. Kate and Prince William have made their feelings clear to King Charles regarding how important they feel spending time with him. Royal Family commentator Jennie Bond praised Kate and …
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Read More »Royal Mail making change to first-class stamps ‘from next week’
The Royal Mail will hike the price of first class stamps in DAYS. The price of first-class stamps will rise by 30p to £1.65, the second rise in a year, the delivery giant has confirmed, with the price increase set to come into force from October 7. It comes after …
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CUSTOMERS of a 70-year-old family business are devastated as the shop has closed its doors for good. Woolsey Cycles, a bicycle shop in Acton, London, served its final customers yesterday (September 28), having been operating since 1955. 1 Woolsey Cycles in Acton, London had been open since 1955Credit: Facebook The …
Read More »Royal Mail worker speaks on CWU-Labour government collusion with EP group takeover of Royal Mail: “They are partners in crime”
The World Socialist Web Site had the following conversation with a Royal Mail delivery worker in Scotland who is a member of the Postal Workers Rank-and-File Committee (PWRFC). Their name has been withheld to protect against victimisation. The discussion focussed on the experience of postal workers on the ground and …
Read More »The best autumn bargains from B&M, Primark and more by Sun Savers editor Lana Clements
EVERYONE loves a bargain, and none more so than me. As editor of The Sun’s daily Savers, I spend hours every week scouring for the best discounts, dupes and deals across the shops we know and love. 10 Pick up some Autumn bargains Heading into autumn, shops are filled with …
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