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Site: Business - Google NewsMetro bank opens its doors in the UK - Financial Times
 Telegraph.co.uk (blog) | Metro bank opens its doors in the UK Financial Times Metro Bank, the self-styled “UK's first new high street bank for over 100 years” has opened its first branch, claiming a “revolutionary” approach to banking that will give “unparalleled service and convenience”. ... New face Last updated at 3:45 PM on 29th July 2010 First new bank in a century gets lukewarm reception |
Row over plan to end retirement age - The Press Association
 Telegraph.co.uk | Row over plan to end retirement age The Press Association The Government was facing mounting anger from business groups over plans to phase out the so-called default retirement age (DRA) of 65 by October next year. Ministers said the DRA will be "consigned to the history books", winning praise from ... Government's proposal is "highly damaging" Default retirement age to be scrapped Retirement debate: Is the government right to allow us to work beyond 65? |
FSA tightens bankers' pay rules - BBC News
 The Guardian | FSA tightens bankers' pay rules BBC News The Financial Services Authority (FSA) has announced plans to update its guidelines on bankers' pay, following the agreement of new European rules earlier this month. The rules include tighter restrictions on bonus payments and pension deals, ... Bonus Curbs Should Expand to Cover 2500 Banks, Funds, UK Regulator Says New FSA bonus curbs will hit 2500 City firms Some IFAs to fall under FSA's new Remuneration Code |
Sky Signs Exclusive Deal To Give HBO New Home - Sky News
 AFP | Sky Signs Exclusive Deal To Give HBO New Home Sky News Sky has signed a deal to become the exclusive UK home for programmes from US channel HBO. The broadcaster will be the only place in the UK where viewers can watch, in high definition, newly commissioned HBO shows. Martin Scorsese's Boardwalk Empire ... BSkyB Earnings Up On Strong HD Demand;Strikes HBO Deal BSkyB signs deal with HBO BSkyB profits on high definition |
BAE swings back to black in first half - Financial Times
 Telegraph.co.uk | BAE swings back to black in first half Financial Times BAE Systems swung back into profit in the first half, helped by a strong performance from its support and services operations, but warned of a “challenging trading environment” as governments look for ... BAE boss says UK industry will survive defence review BAE Systems share price up on FTSE 100 after H1 profit rise Defence giant returns to profits |
House prices: Nationwide reports first drop since February - Citywire.co.uk
 The Guardian | House prices: Nationwide reports first drop since February Citywire.co.uk House prices have fallen for the first time since February, according to figures from Nationwide. The building society had reported stalling prices in previous months, but its July numbers shows that prices ... House prices fall for first time since February House prices fall as buyers stay home House price inflation eases again |
Bank to tread cautiously in face of budget cuts - Reuters poll - Reuters UK
 Reuters UK | Bank to tread cautiously in face of budget cuts - Reuters poll Reuters UK A plaque depicting Britannia is seen on the outside of the Bank of England in the City of London February 4, 2010. By Andy Bruce LONDON (Reuters) - Severe budget cuts and the possibility of slower growth ahead will force the Bank of England to wait ... Rates seen stuck at 0.5% for nearly a year UK Money Growth Weak, M4 Lending Lowest On Record Mortgage approvals fall back to January level |
On your bike - BBC News
 BBC News (blog) | On your bike BBC News London's first self-service cycle hire scheme, offering users access to bikes 24-hours-a-day without the need for booking, launches this week. With thousands already signed up, and many more interested in taking part, here is a short guide to how the ... London Mayor to launch cycle scheme Hire scheme aims to get Londoners on bikes Ridden: the Barclays Cycle Hire bikes |
British Gas owner Centrica deserves applause, not blame - Telegraph.co.uk
 Telegraph.co.uk | British Gas owner Centrica deserves applause, not blame Telegraph.co.uk When it emerged BP would be forced into suspending its dividend after the recent Gulf of Mexico oil spill there was uproar. By Damian Reece British Gas soar profits almost double thanks to the cold winter in the UK. Photo: ALAMY Political pressure from ... Profits rise 98% at British Gas British Gas doubles profits to £585 million sparking outrage Centrica blames rivals for lack of growth |
BT to fight Ofcom over pension costs - The Guardian
 PC Pro | BT to fight Ofcom over pension costs The Guardian BT is refusing to accept defeat in its battle to pass on part of the cost of its pension deficit to other telecoms firms which use its UK network to offer services. Chief executive Ian Livingston said BT will fight Ofcom's provisional decision last ... BT profits from cost cutting as revenue falls BT Talking To UK Govt About Cuts; Confirms Outlook BT profit climbs, confirms outlook |
