Since June 2016, the UK public has been anxiously waiting for the day when Brexit will finally mean Brexit.
Businesses, local councils and individuals have been preparing themselves for various outcome scenarios, yet none could have ever anticipated that Brexit would coincide with a pandemic.
Is there really no money for free school meals?
With the motion for free school meals until Easter 2021 defeated and many children in the UK risking not receiving proper nutrition, Bea Turner looks into government spending to determine whether there really is no money for free school meals.
Beating the odds: Local, female-led businesses during COVID-19
While the current business climate is not particularly favourable and promising, it is not all a story of doom and gloom. Against all odds, these local, female-established businesses paint a picture of resilience and innovation.
More debt, less stress- the benefits of being a developed nation during the pandemic
With an obvious increase in spending due to the pandemic Jacob Smith investigates if the high level of public debt is really something to be worried about.
Vaccine prompts stock market commotion
With the announcement of successful vaccine trials, Ollie Rees looks into stock market activity on Monday. Who benefitted and what industries saw a decline?
Diversity schemes: Beneficial or not?
As global movements against racial, gender and sexual discrimination took off, employers started introducing a variety of inclusive projects. Georgina Peacock explores the debate surrounding diversity schemes.
Your Guide to Shopping At Independent, Black-Owned Businesses Around Leeds
Moving to a new city can be daunting and shopping at businesses you know well can make the move a little easier. Small businesses are forgotten along this journey in the interest of safety and familiarity. Our mission is to introduce you to the riches of independent, black-owned businesses across Leeds.
5 Ways Businesses Can Celebrate Black History Month
Black history month runs from the 1st-31st October and celebrates the history and achievements of black communities around the world. This should be a time of reflection for businesses so here are five meaningful ways businesses and individuals can celebrate black history month.
Virgil Abloh’s Off-White: A high fashion success story
From Rihanna and Justin Bieber to Bella Hadid and Kendall Jenner, Abloh’s creations are seen on many Hollwood A-listers. Caoimhe O’Donohue looks into the business model that catapulted Off-White to fame.
New Congressional Report to Tackle the Technology Monopolies
Last week, the House Judiciary subcommittee on antitrust released its long-awaited report regarding competition issues at Facebook, Apple, Amazon and Google. The report, which was sixteen months in the making, asserts that these Big Tech companies enjoy monopoly privileges due to their specific business practices.
The Key to Securing a Placement or Graduate Role: An Interview with Marc Steward
As most Students begin the hunt for Summer Internships, Industrial Placements and Graduate Jobs, Georgina Peacock interviews Marc Steward, one of our career’s advisors, to get advice on securing a job during the economic crisis.
Student loan interest rate: What do I need to know?
As student loan interest rates increase this year, Nina Patel breaks down the obscurities around what this means for those at university.