business
Rise in 'Buy Now, Pay Later' Schemes for Household Essentials
There’s been a rise in people using ‘buy now, pay later’ schemes for household essentials Source link
Job market weakens as unemployment rate rises to 5%
It is the highest rate since 2021, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Source link
'I use buy now, pay later for groceries and other essentials. I'm £3k in debt'
Debt organisations say more people are seeking help after using loan apps to pay for everyday items. Source link
The Kenyan start-up aiming to electrify African transport
From fleets of e-bikes to individual riders, eWaka aims to sell across Africa’s delivery market. Source link
Post Office Horizon IT contract extended for another year
It is paying £41m to the Japanese-owned company Fujitsu to use the Horizon system until March 2027. Source link
Island tourism bosses on 'difficult' running costs
Kate Moody said hospitality had taken a knock and people were “watching their money.” Source link
Heathrow should be expanded without moving M25, says BA boss
British Airways CEO Sean Doyle tells an aviation conference he would prefer to see a shorter runway. Source link
Guinness maker appoints former Tesco boss to stem falling sales
It is hoped the former Tesco boss can reignite sales at the biggest drinks-maker in the world, Diageo. Source link
Call for more employers to pay 'real living wage'
Campaigners are calling for more businesses to explore the benefits of paying the real living wage. Source link
'Jersey isn't as family-friendly as it should be'
Parents say a lack of affordable childcare and the high cost of living can be a struggle. Source link