Everyone, Everyday: Talking About What Matters
In June this year, we published an article that suggested that Adam Gregg, a former Conservative parliamentary candidate for Spen Valley, was involved in inappropriate behaviour with underage girls. We were wrong. Adam Gregg is a respected businessman whose work with young people has been recognised and praised. We apologise unreservedly to Adam Gregg.
After years of expanding self-checkout options, some supermarkets are shifting back to traditional, staffed tills. Which Stores Are Backtracking? Morrisons has stated they have “gone too far”. Asda has committed to manning more people-powered tills, and Booths has removed all self-checkout tills. Why have they done this? The Most Annoying Errors of Self-Service Customers have … Read more
The “Banana Trick” has become a widespread trend at self-checkouts, with some shoppers even claiming they “shouldn’t be charged for a crime.” The Birth of the Banana Trick A while into the launch of self-service checkout in Britain, customers soon discovered a sneaky way of stealing without sounding too many alarms. This devious strategy is … Read more
Ofgem is set to increase the energy price cap, which controls the maximum rates energy companies can charge. Customers are understandably concerned about these price hikes. What does this mean for you? When Did the Price Cap Come Into Effect? The energy regulator, Ofgem, announced the new price cap on 23rd August, impacting customers and … Read more
Despite record-breaking profits of £420 billion, the UK energy sector has cautioned that a proposed windfall tax hike could lead to significant job losses and hinder investment in renewable energy. Here’s the full story. Windfall Tax: Energy Sector’s Concerns Won’t someone think of the poor energy companies? That seems to be the message coming out … Read more
The Bank of England has lowered interest rates, leading to a boost in the housing market as prospective buyers can now access cheaper mortgages. Estate Agents Seize the Opportunity As the Bank of England’s base interest rate is cut, 19% of estate agents have reportedly seen an increase in business. Bank of England Cuts Rates … Read more
Complications with Brexit cause cargo planes like the Boeing 747 of One Air to take a longer and more expensive route to the USA for servicing. Here’s why it’s happening. It’s Costing More One Air is concerned about the travel arrangements and implications that filter from the government to companies operating in the UK. The … Read more
Not everything that’s made in Britain makes sense to the rest of the world. Some of our favourite shows, products, and ideas have been met with blank stares and raised eyebrows when we’ve tried to send them abroad. It makes you wonder: are we the weird ones, or is everyone else missing out? 1. Have … Read more
PCS Union has said they are “forced” to take up strike action starting at the end of August. The strike was needed because officers were being “told by managers” to choose work over caring responsibilities. Hard Work & Dedication The border officers of Heathrow work tirelessly to keep the country safe against various discrepancies by … Read more
The working class in the UK is increasingly voicing discontent, but why exactly is their patience running thin? What underlying issues drive this critical dialogue? 1. Stagnant Wages and Rising Living Costs As the cost of living skyrockets, wages for working-class jobs have largely stagnated. This widening gap makes everyday life a financial challenge for … Read more