The roll-out of Universal Credit is leading to a growing number of council tenants falling behind on rent payments, according to new research from the independent think tank the Smith Institute using data from London local authorities. The report – Falling behind: The impact of Universal
Aitch Group have launched the final seven apartments at their development Eagle Wharf Road in Hoxton. The release of the final phase of apartments coincides with Chancellor Rishi Sunak’s announcement on Stamp Duty changes which will now save purchases of the remaining Eagle Wharf Road apartments £15,000 on Stamp Duty
Boundless, the healthy snack brand on a mission to bring activated nuts and seeds to the masses, today announces a record raise. The investment, which is £1million, includes participation from existing Angel investors as well as a syndicate of high net worth individuals. The funds
Valpy Fitzgerald, Director of Green Markets at renewable energy provider, Opus Energy Sustainability has taken on a whole new meaning for businesses. Annual CSR reports are behind us; customers and stakeholders are now demanding real-time transparency from brands, along with demonstrable proof of their environmental
London Councils has responded to the government’s draft Building Safety Bill, which takes forward reforms to the building and fire safety system. Cllr Darren Rodwell, London Councils’ Executive Member for Housing & Planning, said: “Boroughs and our residents will be relieved to see the government
Passengers travelling in taxis and private hire vehicles (PHVs), including app-based services, will be kept safer under tough new licensing standards introduced by the Government, Transport Secretary Grant Shapps announced today (Tuesday 21 July). The new Statutory Taxi and Private Hire Vehicle Standards, which local
The world has moved online, and for many, the majority of the time they spend online is on an android device when out and about. Smartphones have made it easier than ever to ensure that you never find yourself at a loose end, looking for
Lockdown restrictions may be lifting, however 55% of office workers in the capital will continue to work from home, reveals new research. What’s more, around 2 in 3 Londoners (64%) are desperate for more space at home, with 36% stressed with the clutter and say
By Kay Buxton, chief executive of Marble Arch London BID The Prime Minister’s announcement that conferences and events can return from the 1 October was roundly welcomed by everyone here at Marble Arch London BID. There is more than 7,850 sq metres of combined meeting
THOUSANDS of benefit claimants moving to Universal Credit are set to receive up to two weeks of additional cash to provide them with extra support. From Wednesday (July 22), if someone’s existing claim of income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA), income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) or
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