A postman who stole packages to fund his cocaine and gambling debts has walked free after claiming stealing was “commonplace” in the Royal Mail. Lee Flanagan, 34, took parcels containing clothing and perfume after being left owing £7,000 worth of cocaine and gambling debts. The thieving postie from Gorton in …
Read More »DAVID PRENTICE: Everton FC’s 1909 pre-season tour of South America, Edwardian style – David Prentice
EVERTON kick-off their pre-season preparations next month by making their second trip to Africa in three years. It will be a flying visit – which is a far cry from the destination Everton’s pioneering forefathers headed for 110 years ago. In the summer months of 1909 a 13-strong Everton FC …
Read More »Royal refurb splits readers opinions
BARROVIANS have had their say on the claims £2.4million of taxpayers cash has been used to foot a renovation bill for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s early 19th century country home. The revelation came after royal accounts revealed the large amount had been used to renovate the royal couple’s …
Read More »Walsall Post Office set to move from 1928 building to old BHS store
Under proposals put out for public consultation today, the Post Office would move 360 metres from its dedicated building next to the Civic Centre in Darwall Street to inside a new shopping centre at the old BHS on Park Street. If the move goes ahead in October as planned, the …
Read More »Popularity of subscription service products on the rise
The popularity of subscription based products such as beauty boxes and cooking kits are on the rise, a report has found – with more than two thirds of people saying they would be happy to switch to a subscription service for even every day essentials such as cleaning products and …
Read More »Non-executive director appointments at GAD
The Government Actuary’s Department (GAD) announces the appointment of Alison White and Ian Wilson as non-executive directors on 1st September 2019. Alison White Alison is an experienced Non-Executive Director and Chair, who works with a range of public sector organisations undergoing transition and change. Her executive background is in business. …
Read More »Keen snapper Kate named new patron of Royal Photographic Society
The Duchess of Cambridge has been named as the new patron of the Royal Photographic Society as she joined youngsters taking part in a workshop run by the prestigious organisation. Kate, who is a keen amateur photographer, has succeeded the Queen as the figurehead of the body, which was officially …
Read More »Royal Mail (RMG) – Analysts’ Recent Ratings Updates
Royal Mail (LON: RMG) recently received a number of ratings updates from brokerages and research firms: 6/20/2019 – Royal Mail had its “hold” rating reaffirmed by analysts at Berenberg Bank. They now have a GBX 240 ($3.14) price target on the stock. 6/14/2019 – Royal Mail was upgraded by analysts …
Read More »Royal Mail (LON:RMG) Downgraded by HSBC to “Hold”
Royal Mail (LON:RMG) was downgraded by stock analysts at HSBC to a “hold” rating in a report released on Friday, June 7th, ThisIsMoney.Co.Uk reports. They presently have a GBX 216 ($2.82) target price on the stock, down from their prior target price of GBX 300 ($3.92). HSBC’s price objective would …
Read More »It’s Bourdain Day – here’s where he ate while he was in Melbourne
It’s been just over a year since the much-loved food-adventurer, writer, media personality and humanist Anthony Bourdain left us, and his friends Eric Ripert and Jose Andres have declared June 25 (Bourdain’s birthday) Bourdain day. They suggest that instead of spending the day in mourning, it should be a celebration …
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