This Comment was published in RAIL 869 (January 2-January 15 2019). What are the railways for? Everyone thinks they have an answer, but do they actually understand the question? It is a question (one of many) that will need to be answered by Keith Williams, the man charged by …
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It’s strange to think of Marks & Spencer (LSE: MKS) as a FTSE 250 company, but sadly that’s what it is now that its falling market cap has seen it expelled from London’s top index. By September, Marks’ shares were down 34% on the year, but since then there’s been …
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NewsPolitics Shadow Justice Secretary is bidding for Labour’s number two post Tuesday, 31st December 2019, 3:40 pm Updated Tuesday, 31st December 2019, 3:45 pm He will insist that it is essential for the party to maintain the policy platform – including returning railways, Royal Mail and the water companies to …
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By Press Association 2019 The Princess Royal has expressed her admiration for midwives (Andrew Milligan/PA) The Princess Royal has expressed her “profound admiration” for midwives in a letter to mark the start of a year-long celebration of the profession. Anne wrote to the Royal College of Midwives on the eve …
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When it comes to Nottingham’s recent wave of regeneration, all eyes have been on the south of the city, with its high-profile developments and a dramatically different look just a few years away. Plenty of attention has also been drawn to the Boots Island site, which could soon become one …
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Liberum Capital reissued their sell rating on shares of Royal Mail (LON:RMG) in a report issued on Monday, December 16th, ThisIsMoney.Co.Uk reports. Several other equities analysts have also issued reports on the company. Credit Suisse Group reiterated an underperform rating on shares of Royal Mail in a research report on …
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The royals showcased glamorous gowns and on-trend day wear this year, with the Duchesses of Cambridge and Sussex heralded for their sartorial style. But the Queen, the Duchess of Cornwall and even the Duke of Cambridge also received praised for their royal wardrobes. Now some of the internet’s most avid …
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Auditors have recommended a series of improvements that need to be made at Northamptonshire County Council in the wake of a probe into an £11.7m overspend building Northamptonshire’s newest secondary school. The wider learning report about the Northampton International Academy build lists poor project and contract management, weak and inaccurate …
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Published: 10:41 Tuesday 31 December 2019 CREW on a ship welcomed onboard a special furry guest to raise awareness and money for charity. The crew of Wightlink’s flagship Victoria of Wight welcomed a giant cuddly teddy bear who’s touring the country to increase awareness and help raise money …
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Courts in Tayside and Fife saw plenty of action in 2019, with Dundee sheriffs on the bench Monday to Friday every week. The criminal justice system is a cornerstone of our society, from the police, procurator fiscal service, solicitors, court officials and sheriffs all working together to keep society safe. …
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