Food production in the UK at risk of moving overseas, warns industry
A retail group says shortages of drivers and other staff mean the sector is “just on the edge of coping”.
China’s media cracks down on ‘effeminate’ styles
The media regulator says it will shun “vulgar influencers” while casting a spotlight on stars’ pay.
Amazon offers punctual staff £50 for turning up
The online shopping giant says it will give a bonus to workers at some sites for good attendance.
Top Gun and Mission: Impossible films delayed due to US Covid spike
Tom Cruise’s movies are put on hold as studios fear a recent US Covid spike will deter cinemagoers.
Gym Group sees demand surge as young people lack space at home
Gym Group says it has seen a “rapid recovery” in membership numbers and plans to open 40 more sites.
JD Sports perplexed by Footasylum deal knockback
The competition watchdog says it still has concerns the merger could lead to a worse deal for shoppers.
Why picking a good company name is a tricky business
With the number of new start-ups soaring they all have to choose a name for themselves.
Covid: Report finds big rises in garden furniture prices
Consumer group Which? says one retailer raised the price of a shed by 155% during the past two years.
Hire UK workers to drive lorries, minister tells firms
The business secretary rejects calls to relax immigration rules as companies struggle to fill vacancies.
House prices: Demand changes, not tax waiver, pushed prices up
The stamp duty holiday did not cause rising house prices, the Resolution Foundation think tank says.
