A shortage of aircraft and engine construction difficulties could mean consumers face a further two years of record flight prices. For decades, two major firms have held a tight grip on the aeroplane manufacturing market: Boeing with a 40.6% share and Airbus with the remaining 60.4%. But significant disruption at the former is wreaking havoc…
The chancellor has admitted it will not be “easy” for businesses to “absorb” the increase in employers’ national insurance contributions that was announced in the budget. Rachel Reeves also acknowledged that the change – which will see employers’ contributions rise to 15% from April 2025 – would also hit charities and local councils. Speaking at…
Roughly one in three Americans, 96 million adults, has prediabetes – but only 2-3% are offered help to prevent progression to full-blown disease. The medical effects of diabetes are significant, of course – affecting eyesight, circulation and even, in severe cases, requiring amputation. But there are other implications too. With untold healthcare resources devoted to…
