Ford to move world headquarters from Dearborn Glass House to new campus, completion planned by 2026
Business & Markets • a year ago
Company describes relocation as a catalyst for innovation and a key step in its Ford+ transformation
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Boss cancels approved leave and asks employee to work while away, sparking backlash
Business & Markets • a year ago
Manager retracts pre-approved holiday and proposes onboarding during time off, prompting online outrage and questions about worker rights
Britain could lose inflation battle as retailers warn Reeves on big shop tax plan
Business & Markets • a year ago
Retailers say plans to raise business rates on about 4,000 stores could push up food prices and prolong cost of living pressures, as inflation remains elevated in the UK.
Sinclair to Preempt Jimmy Kimmel Live! on ABC Stations as Disney Ends Suspension
Business & Markets • a year ago
The broadcaster will replace the late-night show with news programming across its ABC affiliates while discussions continue with ABC about the show’s future.
Bungalows Back in Demand as Builders Urged to Expand Single-Storey Homes
Business & Markets • a year ago
Survey shows 38% of homeowners aged 55-plus would prefer a bungalow; last year bungalows accounted for 1% of new registrations, far below 1990 levels.
Which? launches super-complaint against 'broken' insurance industry
Business & Markets • a year ago
Consumer group says home and travel insurance markets are failing claimants, prompting regulator scrutiny and potential reforms.
Apprenticeship hiring in Northern Ireland 'more competitive than ever' as demand grows
Business & Markets • a year ago
Businesses push for greater government incentives as apprenticeship starts climb, but securing placements remains tough for would-be trainees.
Bungalow boom prompts calls for more single-storey homes as demand shifts to younger buyers
Business & Markets • a year ago
HomeOwners Alliance survey finds 38% of homeowners aged 55-plus would prefer a bungalow; bungalows accounted for 1% of new registrations last year, down from 11% in 1990, underscoring a chronic shortage.
Resolution Foundation urges £30bn tax raid, including income tax rise, as businesses warn of more pain
Business & Markets • a year ago
Think-tank proposes a 2p income tax rise and broad levies on food, travel and pensions, drawing mixed political and business reactions.