June 29 (Reuters) – Britain faces a summer of disruption as workers across the economy struggling with the rising cost of living resort to strike action in disputes over pay and conditions. Below are some of the industries in which trade unions have either already announced strike action or are …
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Hull and the UK are seeing an upswing in strike action amid spiralling living costs, with workers from a range of sectors walking out as inflation squeezes pay. Barristers were the latest workers to walk out today (Monday, June 27) after 81.5 per cent of the 2,055 Criminal Bar Association …
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Royal Mail workers will be sent ballot papers on Tuesday Royal Mail workers could be the next to go on strike as they prepare to vote in the coming weeks on proposed industrial action. Around 115,000 Communication Workers Union (CWU) members will be voting on the proposal after the union …
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The Royal Mail is also grappling with the fact Brits send fewer letters than they used to Stamp and parcel prices could continue to rise due to soaring inflation, the Royal Mail says. In April the price of first-class stamps rose by 10p to 95p, while second-class stamp prices jumped …
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Short-selling disclosure dents Royal Mail Bets against Royal Mail have backfired in spectacular fashion over recent years, but that’s not deterred one hedge fund from having another go. Disclosures show that Marshall Wace has taken a short position of five million shares, equivalent to 0.5% as it eyes the company’s …
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T he UK’s economic recovery has slowed by more than first thought, figures showed today. Third quarter GDP grew by 1.1% compared with the initial 1.3% estimate, having rallied by 5.4% in the April to June quarter due to the easing of Covid-19 restrictions. Despite the downward revision by the …
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Britain’s aviation minister has heard how East Midlands Airport is forecasting another record-breaking year for air cargo thanks to online shopping and the current challenges of moving goods by sea. Robert Courts MP visited the Castle Donington cargo operation at the busiest time of year in the run-up to Christmas. …
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Plans for a second runway at East Midlands Airport have not been not ruled out, even though there is more than enough existing capacity. Politicians have been updated on the latest situation at the Castle Donington airport, on the Leicestershire/Derbyshire border – including plans for a freeport and further growth …
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Austria lockdown weakens travel stocks, FTSE 100 lower More strong sales figures from B&Q failed to stop shares in owner Kingfisher sliding today amid City fears that weary DIYers are planning a home improvement breather. The group, which also owns Screwfix, believes “enduring” industry trends created by the pandemic, such …
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If you’re wondering what sort of gift to give for Mothering Sunday this weekend, you might consider a Treasure Seasons presentation box – order by Friday and the box will be delivered with a smile to the doorstep by bicycle on the big day. How a Mothering Sunday ‘Spring’ box …
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