Business Uncertainty Surrounds Release of Crucial HBOS Scandal ReportBy Dave Antrobus28 October 2024 The long-anticipated release of the HBOS scandal report faces significant delays, casting doubt over its completion. With Lloyds Banking Group…
Property Serious Fraud Office Investigates Birmingham Hotel InvestmentBy Sam Allcock22 October 2024 The Serious Fraud Office (SFO) is investigating a £112 million investment in Birmingham by the trade union Unite.Unite initiated the…
Retail Retailers’ Strategies Against Evolving Fraud ThreatsBy Sam Allcock18 October 2024 Retailers face mounting challenges as £11 billion is lost to fraud in the UK.Thin retail margins heighten the impact of…
Tech & Gadgets Revolut Criticises Meta’s Efforts on Fraud ResponsibilityBy Scott Dylan3 October 2024 Revolut criticises Meta for insufficient fraud prevention measures, demanding social media platforms share financial responsibility.Revolut claims financial institutions alone are…
Business HMRC dismissals for gross misconduct hit five-year high as 179 civil servants are sackedBy Scott Dylan12 September 2024 HMRC has seen a significant rise in dismissals for gross misconduct, reaching a five-year high.In 2024, 179 employees were dismissed…
Business HPE Pursues 3bn Claim Against Mike Lynch’s Estate Despite His DeathBy Scott Dylan3 September 2024 Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) is committed to continuing its £3bn lawsuit against the estate of the late Autonomy founder Mike…
Business HMRC Concedes 19bn in Unpaid Taxes amidst Soaring Call Centre FailuresBy Scott Dylan12 August 2024 HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) admits it is unlikely to recover over £19 billion in unpaid taxes, highlighting significant service…
Business Legal 4bn Lost to Fraud and Error in HMRC R&D SchemeBy Scott Dylan5 August 2024 The HMRC’s R&D tax credit scheme, launched to drive innovation, has faced significant challenges.Reports indicate over £4.1 billion lost to…
