Bus maker Alexander Dennis (ADL) has ended its brief skirmish with India’s Ashok Leyland for control of rival firm Optare. ADL, which is backed by Stagecoach founder and chief executive Sir Brian Souter, walked away […]
ADL considers a takeover after Optare refinancing agreement is announced Ashok Leyland has increased its stake in Optare plc to 75.1% as part of a refinancing agreement. Optare approved the deal conditional to the outcome […]
Businesses will not be able to defer part of next April’s increased business rates despite the government saying they would be able to do so. In his Autumn Statement the chancellor said firms would be […]
The Ministry of Justice has opened a consultation on introducing employment tribunal fees. Two options have been put forward: An initial fee of £150-£250 for a claimant to begin a claim, with an additional fee […]
Operator recognised for work in helping unemployed back to work in Bristol While UK unemployment has risen to 2.64 million, the highest level since 1994, FirstGroup has been named Employer of the Year in recognition […]
Grimsthorpe Castle, near Bourne in south Lincolnshire is set in a picturesque 3,000 acre park of pastures, lakes and woodland. The vast country estate has been home of the de Eresby family since 1516, and […]
Tickets are now on sale for the UK and Ireland premiere of American Idiot, an adaptation of punk rock band Green Day’s concept album of the same name. The production opens on October 9 followed […]
The world-famous Chicago musical returns to Manchester from March 19 to 24, 2012, featuring an all-star cast. The Palace Theatre will be home to soap stars Ali Bastian, Stefan Booth and Tupele Dorgu, as well […]
50 drivers, engineers and operations employees at Hatfieldbased bus operator Uno are feeling healthier and happier thanks to the University of Hertfordshire. After taking part in a university initiative to get fit and healthy, many […]
Arriva Buses Wales, is sending its drivers on their way to providing better customer service. The operator has so far sent 60 staff on the WorldHost training programme, and is aiming to have all 500 […]
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