Monthly Archives: December 2013



Alternative Jobs this Christmas

Posted on 23 December, 2013 by Kirsten Kennedy under Business News

Christmas can be an incredibly profitable time of year for many people, but especially those looking to pad out their CV with temporary seasonal work. And with unemployment remaining relatively high in the UK, many retailers advertising for help over the... Read More

Will your Christmas Gifts be delivered by Reindeer or Drones?

Posted on 22 December, 2013 by Jodee Redmond under Business News

Earlier this month Amazon, the largest online retailer in the world, revealed it is conducting tests on unmanned drones to make deliveries to customers. You are more likely to spot Rudolph in the sky than a drone The news was greeted with a mixture of... Read More

Birmingham Mailbox to get a Cinema in 2014

Posted on by Jodee Redmond under Top Properties

Birmingham office, retail and leisure development The Mailbox has recently signed a contract with Everyman Cinemas. Under the new agreement, the cinema operator will open a three-screen, 12,000 square foot cinema late next year. The Mailbox's owners,... Read More

Would Santa Claus Plc Need Insurance?

Posted on 21 December, 2013 by Cliff Goodwin under Misc

Insurance isn’t a top priority at this time of year, but for businesses which concentrate their activity into just a few weeks each December — or even a single night — getting the right cover is an interesting question. Santa Claus would need... Read More

Heathrow Expansion Would Boost Regions Claim Business Leaders

Posted on by Cliff Goodwin under Business News

Business leaders across the North-East have welcomed plans to expand Britain’s largest airport, claiming any extra capacity at Heathrow would “galvanise” the region’s reputation. London’s busiest airport has unveiled three options for its... Read More

The Top Ten Cyber Scams to avoid this Christmas

Posted on 20 December, 2013 by Cliff Goodwin under Business News

Whether its the apparent ease of internet shopping or the seasonal goodwill, Christmas is a gift for online fraudsters. So, knowing what to look for — and there are 10 basic scams — could save you both money and heartache this festive... Read More

Get in the Festive Spirit at Manchester Christmas Markets

Posted on by Neil Bird under Business News

This weekend provides the last opportunity for shoppers to catch Manchester’s world famous Christmas Markets.  Now in its 15th year, the annual array of over 300 stalls has become a hugely popular destination that has put the city firmly on the festive... Read More

Festive Tips for Retailers as the Big Day Approaches

Posted on by Kirsten Kennedy under Business News

Tis the season to be jolly and retailers nationwide are hoping to be singing all the way to the bank this Christmas. However, with only a few days to go until the big day, it is imperative that those looking to make a few last minute sales truly capitalise on... Read More

Shopping and Vending Machine Champagne at Selfridges

Posted on by Jodee Redmond under Top Properties

Trust a luxury department store to refuse to be satisfied with offering ordinary wares like fizzy soda in its vending machines. That is something that any retailer can offer but today's distinguished buyer will appreciate the convenience of being able... Read More

Retail Space Leads the Way in Global Rental Growth

Posted on 19 December, 2013 by Jodee Redmond under Industry News, Worldwide Property News

Global retail properties saw the highest levels of growth in capital values and rents of all property types during the third quarter, according to a new report released by CBRE. The global retail capital value index increased by a full two percentage... Read More