Day: September 28, 2020
Pizza Hut to close 29 restaurants across UK putting 450 jobs at risk
September 28, 2020Pizza Hut will close 29 restaurants across the UK in an effort to stay in business. The pizza chain has persuaded enough creditors and landlords to vote in favour of cutting rents and bills to keep the business afloat, the company has announced. The Company Voluntary Arrangement (CVA) was voted through on Monday and will […]
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'Struggling' university students in Scotland told they can return home amid coronavirus outbreaks
September 28, 2020The latest headlines in your inbox twice a day Monday – Friday plus breaking news updates University students in Scotland who are struggling with their mental health following a number of coronavirus outbreaks have been told they can return home. New guidance on visiting home for students was published on Sunday evening, setting out what […]
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Uber can keep operating in London despite ‘historical failings’ on passenger safety
September 28, 2020Uber has won its legal bid to keep operating in London, despite concerns about passenger safety. Deputy chief magistrate Tan Ikram has ruled the company should be granted a new licence for the capital. He declared that it was a ‘fit and proper’ company this morning after a four-day hearing at Westminster Magistrates’ Court earlier […]
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Glass mansion described as ‘Mayfair’s most expensive new home’ goes on sale for £50m
September 28, 2020Mayfair is one of London’s most expensive areas, so it’s no surprise when property goes on the market with big asking prices. But this latest home is particularly special – the glass mansion is believed to be the area’s most expensive newly built property with a price tag of £50m. While it might be a […]
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‘Total social lockdown’ of pubs and restaurants being considered in London and North
September 28, 2020Ministers are reportedly considering a ‘total social lockdown’ for London and parts of the North if coronavirus infection rates do not fall. A senior Government source told The Times the country ‘wasn’t ready’ to hear the plans last week, but they have been suggested to help stop the second wave in its tracks. Under the […]
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Uber could be banned from operating in London today
September 28, 2020Uber will find out this morning whether it can continue operating in London. A judge is due to decide whether the app has been successful in its bid to regain its licence for the capital. Deputy chief magistrate Tan Ikram will hand down his decision on Uber’s appeal against Transport for London’s (TfL) refusal to renew its […]
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