Calls for action to boost living standards
Living standards have been in the doldrums, a new report has suggested, with calls for any new government to help boost productivity. The Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS), an independent think tank, said income growth had been slow for rich, poor, old and young. While events such as the pandemic and energy price rises had... Read More
Job Alert – Functional Assessor In Maximus Clinical Jobs UK
Do good. Be great as a nurse. Are you a nurse who wants to continue helping people but needs a better work-life balance? Join our Assessments Division and thrive as you use your clinical skills in a different way and help people move forward with their lives. About the role Day-to-day, you’ll carry out telephone,... Read More
Flat For Sale – Elsworthy Road, London, NW3
Key features 5 bedrooms 4 reception rooms 4 bathrooms Period Detached Garden Description The house benefits from a meaningful planning permission to further enhance this residence to 10,634 sq ft. This home is offered to the market for the first time in over 40 years and although in need of modernisation, offers impressive reception areas,... Read More
Lost John Lennon guitar sets record at auction
A guitar used by John Lennon has become the most expensive Beatles instrument ever sold at auction. The Framus 12-string Hootenanny acoustic guitar was found in an attic after being presumed lost for more than 50 years, auctioneers said. It sold for $2.9m (£2.3m) via a telephone bid at the Hard Rock Cafe in New... Read More
Job Alert – Creative Technical Demonstrator – Film Production In University of Salford
We have a new opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join the film production technical team. The Technical Demonstrator is responsible for demonstrating and maintaining equipment (camera, lighting grip) and supporting the functions of our film production technical team, including our equipment loan service. The Technical Demonstrator will join classes, workshops and ad hoc... Read More
Flat For Sale – Willesden Lane, Brondesbury Park
Key features Studio Flat Separate Kitchen Communal Gardens Allocated Off-Street Parking Chain-Free Close To Transport Links Description A studio flat located on the ground floor of a converted church, with allocated off-street parking and access to the communal gardens. The property benefits from having a separate kitchen, and is available chain-free. Willesden Lane provides access... Read More
PM pledges to swap ‘rip-off’ degrees for apprenticeships
The Conservatives have promised to scrap some university courses in England to help fund 100,000 apprenticeships per year if they win the July election. The party says it would replace the “worst performing” degrees that it considers a “rip-off” because of high drop-out rates and “poor” job prospects. Labour criticised the government over a decline... Read More
Flat For Rent – Piccadilly, Mayfair
Key features Grade II Listed EPC Rating for Commercial Areas of Building: F EPC Rating for Lower Ground Flat: C Parking for up to eight vehicles across the four garages (depending on size of vehicle) Period Terraced Town/City Town House Four or more Garages Description 139 Piccadilly is a Grade II listed building arranged over... Read More
Job Alert – Data Entry Administrator In Hales Group Limited
Job Title: Data Entry Administrator Location: Duxford Salary: £11.80 – £12.80 per hour Duration: Temporary (Approximately 3 months), with possibilities of becoming permanent for the right candidate Working Hours: 37 hours per week Start Date: Immediate Job Description: We are currently seeking a Data Entry Administrator to join our team in Duxford. This is a... Read More
Tens of millions spent ahead of new EU fingerprint travel rules
Preparations are under way at major Channel crossing points for a new automated European Union (EU) border IT system due to start this October, despite fears of queue chaos for holidaymakers. Under the Entry Exit System (EES) non-EU nationals, including Brits, will have to register biometric information the first time they cross the border. This... Read More