News: General
IT Pro: Tech execs pushed for a return to the office – now they’re backtracking amid a workforce revolt, with only 3% of firms asking staff to return full-time
Tech execs pushed for a return to the office – now they’re backtracking amid a workforce revolt, with only 3% of firms asking staff to return full-time.
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August 14, 2024 / General
Finextra: HSBC pledges to retain branch numbers
HSBC has pledged not to close any more branches until at least 2026 amid political and regulatory pressure to maintain access to cash on UK high streets.
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City AM: Natwest shares rise after strong results and deal for part of Metro Bank’s mortgage book
Metro Bank (UK) continues to consolidate by selling part of their mortgage book.
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March 27, 2024 / General
Raconteur: Can the five-day return to office be made a success?
Boots is the latest business to turn its back on hybrid working altogether, but leaders must approach the return to office carefully if they are to keep staff engaged.
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March 25, 2024 / General
Goodreads: Confessions of a Wall Street Insider
Another good book showing the amount of insider trading that went on (and still does?)
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October 30, 2023 / General, Innovation
Amazing Beyond: The supersonic jet crossed the Atlantic in just 80 minutes
Will this happen? Does the technology exist? Will people fly in a nuclear powered plane to get there quicker?
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FI News: Ex-Credit Suisse IT Boss Lands a New Top Job
New CIO of the Corporate Bank at Deutsche.
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CIO: What is a project management office (PMO)? The key to standardizing project success
A good discussion on the role of a PMO.
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September 28, 2023 / General
City AM: Sober October: the best alcohol free events in London
For all of you wondering how to enjoy sober October in London (if you are participating!)
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September 15, 2023 / General
City AM: 1 Lombard Street and Coq d’Argent turn 25: How two restaurants changed the City
Two of my long term favourites - what are yours?
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