Aug
2008
Articles from 19th Aug 2008
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West Midlands house prices may trail, but will bounce back quicker
Aug 19 2008 | Other UK business news
West Midland house prices will trail many other UK regions in their recovery from the current downturn, but will bounce back ahead of the North East and North West, according to a new report. Read
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Anger over return of ‘iniquitous’ rates tax on vacant buildings
Aug 19 2008 | Other UK business news
The Black Country-based boss of one of the world’s oldest companies has launched a scathing attack on the Government, accusing it of “incompetence at the highest level” over the reintroduction of rates on empty properties. Read
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Marks & Spencer to cut staff redundancy benefits
Aug 19 2008 | Other UK business news
Retail giant Marks & Spencer has confirmed plans to cut back redundancy benefits for its 70,000 UK staff. Read
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Midland pub brewers face tough times
Aug 19 2008 | Other UK business news
Midland pubs and brewers underwent a difficult day after brokers issued a downgrade on them amid further concerns about a slowdown in consumer spending. Read
