With more business AI options emerging, leading UK technology consultancy urges an approach that prioritises people rather than replace them with automated tools. With the UK’s Big Four accountancy firms – Deloitte, EY, KPMG and PwC – significantly increasing adoption of generative AI to automate the entry-level administrative tasks, graduate job intake is seeing the chop with cuts as high as 29% in some firms. Driven by a post-pandemic consulting slump and the need for cost-cutting measures, firms are reducing hiring and capitalising on the boom in AI to meet growing client demand. This strategic shift may align with UK government…
Author: Lucy Contrino
The Edinburgh Grand, a landmark residence on St Andrew Square, reopened yesterday as Scotland’s first Luxury Collection Hotel, becoming part of itsportfolio of over 130 distinctive properties worldwide. The opening marks The Luxury Collection’s Scottish debut and its fourth outpost in the UK, alongside celebrated hotels in London, Buckinghamshire and Manchester. Owned and operated by Chris Stewart Group, the property has undergone a light refurbishment and repositioning to target the luxury extended-stay and leisure markets. Set within a restored neo-classical former bank, the hotel offers 50 spacious one-, two- and three-bedroom rooms and suites, each with a fully equipped kitchen, living and dining area,…
Leading retailers, e-commerce platforms, marketing and advertising agencies, sports bodies, travel retail and hospitality sectors, self-regulatory organizations, digital platforms, have joined forces to further accelerate reductions in harmful use of alcohol, as members of IARD’s groundbreaking Global Standards Coalition. This worldwide alliance has grown to over 100 members, building on the success of its launch in 2023. New signatories include DoorDash, Google, TikTok, Pinterest and the Duty Free World Council. Signatories are putting in place policies and practices to prevent the sale and marketing of alcohol to those underage, are supporting employees and partners with resources, and are working together to…
Jumeirah Carlton Tower, located in the heart of prestigious Knightsbridge, announces it will be the event partner of Christie’s London, the art and luxury auction house, for the highly anticipated exhibition “Marwan: A Soul in Exile.” This cultural partnership blends world-class hospitality with the power of fine art, offering guests and visitors a unique experience that honours the life and legacy of Syrian artist Marwan Kassab-Bachi. Taking place at Christie’s international headquarters from Wednesday, 16 July to Friday 22 August, the exhibition marks the third instalment of Christie’s Arab Art Summer Exhibition. With over 150 works from Marwan’s oeuvre, it provides…
Raeon Ltd, a leading innovator in custom battery design and manufacturing for niche vehicles, is proud to announce the opening of its new Test and Validation Centre at MIRA Technology Park in Nuneaton. This expansion significantly enhances Raeon’s capabilities, moving beyond its Oxfordshire headquarters to provide comprehensive battery testing and validation services. The new facility will be equipped for a wide range of battery testing processes, including temperature cycling, high power testing, thermal shock, high altitude low pressure, charge and discharge cycling, humidity testing, and active cooling characterisation. This investment underscores Raeon’s commitment to delivering high-performance, custom-optimised batteries for diverse…
The UK is experiencing its hottest start to May on record, with temperatures soaring to 29°C degrees in London, warmer than Cyprus, Turkey and Greece. As the warm weather continues into this week, with highs of 25°Cexpected across London, the Southeast, and the Midlands, many Brits are refreshing their diets – opting for foods that leave them feeling hydrated and energised. The Mediterranean diet is inspired by the traditional eating habits of countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea – particularly Italy and Greece. It centres on a variety of whole, minimally processed foods, with a focus on plant-based sources of nutrients…
Finance-savvy Brits have revealed their go-to money hacks – including having ‘no spend days’, opening bank accounts to take advantage of intro offers, and reverting to physical cash. A poll of 2,000 adults found 82 per cent have employed tactics to make their money work harder for them. With other methods including opening saving ‘pots’ with specific targets in mind (16 per cent) and auditing all their subscriptions (six per cent) – to get rid of any they don’t use. Cashback websites (24 per cent), having multiple accounts to take advantage of different benefits (18 per cent), and organising direct…
Superhero fans might have thought they were in transported to another world, as Superman was spotted flying over London – in what is the UK’s highest ever public sculpture. Those in the capital who took a look up the Shard will have spotted a hyper-realistic version of the unmistakable superhero, more than 300 metres above ground at the top of the iconic landmark. The iconic sculptural installation marks the first time London’s tallest building has hosted a cinematic character in this way, gracing the Shard’s spire for an entire day. The sculpture stands at 11 feet tall and weighs more…
This summer, Geneva will join other Swiss cities in hosting the 14th edition of the UEFA Women’s EURO 2025, taking place from 02 to 27 July. London, 01 July 2025: This summer, Switzerland are the proud hosts of the highly anticipated 14th UEFA Women’s EURO 2025, with Geneva set to host five matches during the tournament, including one of the competition’s high stakes semi-finals on Tuesday 22 July. Held across eight cities in Switzerland, the tournament is set to be the biggest women’s sporting event of the year, and with Geneva set to host five matches, the city is preparing for a month of excitement as…
In celebration of National Fish & Chip Day on 6th June 2025, WDW Bingo has delved into the cost of one of Britain’s favourite staple meals across the UK – and the results vary massively depending on where you live. Using a combination of Just Eat and desk research, the WDW Bingo team analysed thousands of menus for traditional fish and chip shops in over 50 locations across the UK. The data reveals where your money goes furthest for a portion of fish and chips. The 10 Cheapest Locations for Fish & Chips in the UK Manchester tops the list as the most…