Plans by Welsh Labour to revoke the charitable status of private schools have sparked a debate on education funding.The removal of domestic rates relief is expected to generate an additional £1.3 million for local services.Mark Drakeford argues that this aligns Wales with similar policies in Scotland and planned changes in England.Critics fear the impact on enrolment as over 23% of parents may consider withdrawing their children from private schools.Concerns have been raised about the strain on public schools and increased costs for taxpayers.Planned changes by Welsh Labour entail removing charitable status from private schools, compelling them to pay domestic rates.…
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The Welsh Government plans to introduce new taxes on private schools by revoking their charitable status.This change is expected to generate an additional £1.3 million annually for Wales.The proposal aligns with similar legislative changes in Scotland and planned measures in England.Critics argue that these changes could overwhelm the state education system and burden taxpayers.The Welsh Government is currently consulting on these proposals until December.The Welsh Government has announced plans to alter the tax structure for private schools by revoking their charitable status. This move would require fee-paying schools to contribute domestic rates, potentially bringing £1.3 million more into the public…
Kiki McDonough responds to the tourist tax impact with a price cut.American and Australian tourists benefit from a 20% discount.The reduction aims to recover losses after VAT-free shopping ended.Luxury shopping’s role in tourism and its ripple effect are highlighted.The government is urged to reconsider VAT policies for economic growth.Kiki McDonough, a renowned royal jeweller, has taken decisive action against the adverse effects of the ‘tourist tax’ by offering American and Australian customers a 20% reduction in prices. This strategic move is an attempt to counterbalance the significant ramifications prompted by the abolition of VAT-free shopping for tourists—a policy shift initiated…
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has banned a Huel advert for a second time within two months due to code breaches.The advert featured Huel’s founder Julian Hearn discussing the Daily Greens product on Instagram.Claims made in the advert were found to be unsubstantiated, breaching advertising standards.Earlier breaches involved similar unverified claims in an ad featuring Steven Bartlett.Huel has been approached for comments regarding these regulatory actions.The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has prohibited a recent advertisement from the meal replacement company Huel. This marks the second occasion within two months that the brand has faced regulatory action for breaching the advertising…
Boots has started delivering health and beauty products with Just Eat, enhancing ease of access across the UK.Boots now offers over 1,000 beauty and healthcare items on Just Eat’s platform.The service launches at 50 UK locations such as London, Birmingham, and Manchester.Plans are underway to increase delivery sites to 150 by spring 2025.This marks Just Eat’s first partnership with a pharmacy-led retailer.Boots has embarked on a significant collaboration with Just Eat, enabling rapid delivery of health and beauty products nationwide. By integrating with the Just Eat platform, Boots is expanding its reach, offering over 1,000 products ranging from beauty items…
Boots collaborates with Just Eat to enhance beauty and healthcare product distribution.Over 1,000 products from Boots are now available for on-demand delivery.The service kicks off in 50 UK locations, with expansion plans underway.This collaboration marks Just Eat’s initial venture with a pharmacy-led retailer.The partnership aims to provide convenience alongside Just Eat’s existing food delivery services.In a groundbreaking collaboration, Boots has joined forces with Just Eat to revolutionise on-demand access to beauty and healthcare products. With this initiative, customers across the UK can now enjoy the convenience of having over 1,000 products delivered straight to their doorsteps. This strategic partnership highlights…
Lidl’s chief trading officer, Martin Kottbauer, leaves after 28 years, prompting a shift in leadership responsibilities.Kottbauer’s departure leads to the integration of the chief trading officer role into Richard Bourns’ portfolio.During his tenure, Kottbauer played a critical role in Lidl’s growth across various senior positions.The move to streamline executive roles follows a similar restructuring earlier in the year at Lidl.Asda’s recent recruitment of Matt Heslop from Lidl highlights ongoing changes within the industry.Martin Kottbauer, a long-serving executive at Lidl, has exited the company after a remarkable 28-year career. In his tenure, Kottbauer contributed significantly to Lidl’s expansion and success in…
Renowned director James Cameron joins Stability AI, bringing his visionary approach to the intersection of generative AI and CGI.Stability AI aims to revolutionise visual media, with Cameron offering artistic insight to their advanced AI tools.The company’s recent developments include Stable Video Diffusion, showcasing the potential of AI in creative storytelling.Cameron’s appointment is seen as a significant endorsement for Stability AI’s innovative direction.Stability AI faces ongoing legal challenges related to copyright use in AI training, stirring industry debate.James Cameron, acclaimed for his pioneering work in films like Terminator and Avatar, has joined the board of Stability AI. He is renowned for…
Boku, a payment solutions provider, reports a 24% revenue increase for the first half of 2024, although expenses led to a net loss.CEO Stuart Neal credits international expansion for the growth, highlighting new connections with major platforms globally.Despite losses, Neal describes the expenditure as a strategic investment in the company’s future growth.Boku’s shares fluctuated slightly in response to the financial report, with no dividends issued for the period.The expansion efforts involved collaborations in various countries, contributing to the company’s diverse revenue portfolio.Boku, a firm specialising in payment solutions, has announced a significant 24% increase in revenue for the first half…
Personal Group celebrates a major technological milestone with an 11% dividend increase, marking a successful customer transition to its digital platform.40% of clients have transitioned to the Hapi 2.0 platform, with full migration anticipated by year-end, enabling further growth.The firm has posted a 14% revenue increase to £21m in the first half of the year.Annual recurring revenues from the benefits platform saw a 15% rise, highlighting its robust performance.CEO Paula Constant indicates potential future acquisitions to bolster digital capabilities.Personal Group has achieved a significant technological milestone by increasing its dividend by 11% following the successful migration of customers to its…