£77 million for new zero-emission vehicle projects
Life-saving emergency services will benefit from greener zero-emission vehicles, thanks to £77 million in new funding for projects developing clean transport technologies, announced today. The HYER POWER project, to develop a hydrogen fuel-cell range extender for specialist electric vehicles in demanding roles like fire engines and ambulances, is just one of seven pieces of work […]
LinkedIn cuts 700 jobs and closes China app
LinkedIn has become the latest tech firm to axe jobs, closing 716 roles out of a 20,000 workforce. The social media network which focuses on business professionals will also phase out its local jobs app in China. In a letter by the company’s chief executive Ryan Roslansky, he said the move was aimed at streamlining […]
Skipton launches deposit-free mortgage aimed at renters
A deposit-free mortgage specifically aimed at people currently renting has been launched by a UK building society. While a handful of other no-deposit deals are available, they all need the financial backing of family or friends. Skipton Building Society says while its deal requires 12 months of on-time rental payments and a good credit history, […]
Millions to take home more cash as new law on Tipping passes
Millions of UK workers will take home an estimated £200 million more of their hard-earned cash, as employers are banned from withholding tips under the Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act 2023, received Royal Assent. Many hospitality workers rely on tips to top up their pay and are often left powerless if businesses don’t pass on […]
DLR Passengers to see quicker, easier and more frequent journeys as services are boosted across the network
Further DLR timetable changes will be introduced from Monday 15 May, enabling customers to benefit from quicker, easier and more comfortable journeys across the DLR network. These improvements build on the timetable changes that were made in September last year designed to help people access housing, employment and leisure opportunities more easily across the Docklands […]
Transport for London and Go Jauntly launch new challenge to boost walking this May
Transport for London (TfL) has teamed up with Go Jauntly to announce a brand new Walk London challenge. The challenge will encourage participants to walk at least 20 minutes a day throughout May with the chance of unlocking milestone badges. Londoners and visitors can sign up to the challenge for free on the Go Jauntly app. Read the full story
Snow leopards, elephants and pangolins to be better protected with funding boost for world’s most endangered animals
Threatened plants and animals, including elephants and pangolins are set to be protected thanks to new UK government funding. Over 80 conservation projects across the globe will benefit from nearly £40 million in funding aimed at boosting international biodiversity, supporting the communities that live alongside nature and tackling illegal wildlife trade. Read the full story
Record £1.9 billion UK-Poland missile export deal set to bolster European security
The UK and Poland have signed a major £1.9 billion export agreement to roll out a British air defence system across the European nation. UK firm MBDA will complete the landmark deal with the Polish government, agreeing to provide Poland with cutting-edge, ground-based-air-defence capabilities that will protect the country for generations to come. Read the […]
UK to ban all cold calls selling financial products
Unsolicited calls offering any financial product will be covered by the ban, with a view to stopping fraudsters selling sham insurance products or cryptocurrency schemes. A new fraud squad will also be set up with 500 staff, up from 120 now. Read the full story
New data reveals Mayor’s policies have improved air quality in London significantly since 2016
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has pledged to continue his pioneering work to clean up the capital’s toxic air as new City Hall data shows major improvements in London’s air quality since 2016 and further significant improvements forecast for 2025 and 2030. Thanks to the ambitious policies introduced by Sadiq over the last seven […]
