3 d. ago Nottingham University staff set to strike over plans to cut more than 250 jobs

The university launched a 90-day consultation in April outlining its proposals to cut 356 positions from its workforce, including the removal of 98 vacant job posts. Now, staff are set to work out over the plans.

Events

4 d. ago Canary Islands and Majorca react to Ryanair's plans to cut Spain flights

The budget airline will officially announce plans to cut nearly one million seats in Spain next week

Politics

5 d. ago Lotus to cut 550 UK jobs amid auto industry ‘uncertainty’ including Trump tariffs

Production in Norfolk due to restart in early September but sportscar maker announces ‘restructuring proposal’Sportscar maker Lotus has confirmed it will cut 550 jobs in the UK as part of wider restructuring plans that will deliver a fresh blow to Britain’s automotive industry.Lotus, which has been struggling with a drop in sales and cash shortages, said it was necessary to slash 42% of its 1,300-strong UK workforce to “secure a sustainable future”, amid uncertainty sparked by factors including Donald Trump’s trade war. Continue reading...

Politics

5 d. ago Lotus to cut 550 UK jobs amid ‘uncertainty’ including Trump tariffs

Chinese-owned sportscar maker insists it is committed to Britain and will restart production in Norfolk in September The sportscar maker Lotus has confirmed it will cut 550 jobs in the UK as part of wider restructuring plans that will deliver a fresh blow to Britain’s automotive industry.Lotus, which has been struggling with a drop in sales and cash shortages, said it was necessary to cut 42% of its 1,300-strong UK workforce to “secure a sustainable future”, amid uncertainty sparked by factors including Donald Trump’s trade war. Continue reading...

Politics

5 d. ago Sports car maker Lotus plans to cut up to 550 jobs at Norfolk factory

The carmaker said the decision comes at a time of uncertainty for the sector amid Donald Trump’s tariff hikes in the US.

Politics

5 d. ago Ryanair plans to cut ‘nearly one million seats’ at Spanish airports

The airline could relocate aircraft and capacity to more competitive European markets such as Italy, Sweden, Croatia, Hungary, and Morocco

Politics

6 d. ago Jeremy Clarkson bans customer from pub after complaints about prices

The visitor complained about the price of a pie and veg at the pub

Economics

1 week ago Downsize me: McDonald’s plans to cut combo meal prices after complaints

The fast-food giant will soon offer $8 Big Mac meals

Politics

1 week ago WRU to announce plan for cut to two teams as seismic full details emerge

Welsh rugby is set for a radical change not seen since 2003 as details of the WRU's proposal become clear

Politics

2 w. ago Drunk air passenger celebrating birthday kicked off flight before it's even taken off

Bradley Musgrove was planning on going abroad for his 26th birthday, but festivities were cut short when staff at Newcastle Airport noticed he was intoxicated and reeked of booze

Politics

3 w. ago Top Tech: Sky vs Virgin Media as one sport plan cut to 66p a day and £260 TV for £0

Sky and Virgin Media hit top of the sports TV sales this week. Our Top Tech team has rounded up the deals

Economics