UK house-building falls by most since 2020 as interest rates bite -PMI

Newsletter Apr 7, 2023 [ International Business Times]( [UK house-building falls by most since 2020 as interest rates bite -PMI]( British house-building fell at the sharpest pace since May 2020 last month as the cost of higher interest rates outweighed an easing in supply chain difficulties that bolstered other types of construction, according to a survey released on Thursday. [Charles backs probe into UK monarchy's slavery links]( Charles's 17th century predecessor King James II was the largest investor in the Royal African Company, which became a brutal pioneer of the transatlantic slave trade.  [Learn more about Jeeng]( [IMF chief calls on central banks to continue inflation fight]( Global growth almost halved last year to 3.4 percent as the impact of Russia's invasion of Ukraine rippled through the world economy. [Analysis-Easter travel warnings pile pressure on European Airlines]( European aviation is gearing up for Easter travel disruptions marked by strikes and cancellations, in a major test of the industry's ability to prevent a repeat of last year's summer holiday season chaos. [Environmental and regulatory concerns raised as UK enters Trans-Pacific Partnership]( The UK's agreement to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) has provoked environmental and regulatory concerns, despite support from the Labour Party. [dianomi]( [UK Businesses could see annual tax bills increase by around £9,000 - what does this mean for UK SMEs?]( A new analysis has found SMEs could see annual tax bills increase by around £9,000 for the bigger earners from this month. Firms making a profit of £200,000 can expect to see tax bills climb from £39,723 to £49,361. [Android 14 developer preview reveals upcoming features, changes in final build]( The Android 14 developer preview teases much-awaited features like custom lock screen settings, app cloning, and more. [Survey reveals 71% of UK employees are willing to return to their pre-Covid employers amidst cost of living crisis]( Many UK employees are willing to return to their pre-covid employers. However, managers are reluctant to rehire former staff in the current labour crisis. [Employees having a consistent digital experience is 'crucial' for businesses, says expert]( According to Dave Page, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at Actual Experience, offering a consistent digital experience to employees is crucial for businesses. [European travel set to become smoother with digital Schengen visa]( The European Union member states are planning to digitise the visa application process. [Airbnb shares fall after probe into unpleasant customer experiences]( Shares of Airbnb Inc fell as much as 6% on Thursday after an online independent publication released a report that probed unpleasant experiences that customers had during stays booked through the short-term rental platform. [Brits warned of new, 'more infectious' COVID-19 'UK variant']( The new variant is believed to be more contagious than the original strain of COVID-19, with estimates suggesting it could be up to 70% more transmissible. [Britain finding a soft spot for homemade Brie and Camembert]( France, the "country of a thousand cheeses", is often a source of inspiration. [European tour wins legal battle to punish LIV Golf rebels]( The case arose when players requested releases to play in the LIV Golf event at the Centurion Club in June last year. [Millennial and Gen Z travelers have bigger budgets but seek deals, Hopper App says]( Most Millennial and Generation Z travelers are planning bigger 2023 travel budgets but also growing more cost-conscious when booking flights and hotel accommodations, according to travel booking app Hopper. You Might Like    [Learn more about Jeeng]( [IBTimes]( IBTimes will always protect your security and privacy. Please read our detailed [Privacy Policy.]( Please do not reply to this email. [Click here]( to adjust your notification preferences or unsubscribe. © Copyright 2023 IBTimes LLC. All Rights Reserved. IBTimes LLC, 33 Whitehall ST FL 7, New York, NY 10004 U.S.A, New York, New York 10004, United States You may [unsubscribe]( or [change your contact details]( at any time.