Upskilling now finance firms’ priority

UK financial services firms are encountering such problems recruiting the talent they need that almost three-quarters of them are making upskilling and retraining existing staff a top priority.

Housing market surprises with another record

Housing market surprises with another record

Despite the rising cost of living and increases in mortgage rates, average house prices across the UK hit another new record last month, according to the latest index from the Halifax.

Hong Kong still costliest for expats

For the second time in a month, a major survey of living costs in cities across the globe has identified Hong Kong as the most expensive location for employees sent abroad to live and work.

Global prime rents recover from COVID-19

Rents on prime properties in ten global cities have bounced back strongly after the sharp falls seen during the height of the pandemic, according to a new report from Knight Frank

‘Give migration experts visa powers’ - CBI Head

The panel of experts that advises the UK government on immigration matters should be given independent powers to relax visa requirements to solve current skills shortages, according to the head of the nation's largest business organisation.

More U.S expats eye renouncing citizenship

A quarter of American expats across the world are considering renouncing US citizenship because of the tax burden imposed on them by Washington, according to a new survey

UK-India tech sets out trade agenda

The two largest trade bodies representing the tech industries of India and the UK have set out on what they want to see on data transfers included in the free trade agreement (FTA) currently being negotiated between the two nations.

UK businesses welcome legislative moves

Businesses have welcomed government ambitions outlined on Tuesday to take greater steps to 'level up' the UK economy, to boost financial services and to reform and reduce taxation.

Finally, signs of a slowdown in home prices

Annual house price growth in the UK remained in double digits in April but, after a year of rocketing prices, there were signs the market might be beginning to cool.

Surging UK house market set to calm?

House prices in the UK over the past year have increased at their fastest rate since 2004, according to the latest index from Nationwide, one of the country's largest mortgage lenders.

More Hong Kong expats head for the exit

Almost half of European companies with hubs in Hong Kong are planning to relocate to other centres overseas this year, according to a new survey.

Budget chiefs unhappy over ‘mini-budget’

Leading business leaders in the UK gave a mixed reaction to measures aimed at boosting economic growth and productivity outlined to parliament on Wednesday by Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak.

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UK Budget aimed at 'an age of optimism'

A £150 billion boost in UK government spending over the next three years was unveiled by Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rishi Sunak, as he delivered his autumn Budget to parliament on Wednesday afternoon.

UK house prices hit new record high

Average house prices across the UK reached a record high in August, even though the annual rate of price inflation slowed slightly, according to the latest property index from lenders Halifax.

Prime property prices rising globally

Prime real estate markets in cities across the globe are on course to see price rises over the course of this year, according to international estate agents Astons.

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ASAP calls for action from UK Government on self-contained serviced apartment opening date

ASAP is calling on DCMS to recognise serviced apartments as safe to open on April 12th as self-contained, professionally-managed holiday accommodation.

Metro mayors 'should lead levelling up plans'

The government's commitment to “spreading prosperity across every part of the UK” will not be realised by simply relocating civil servants from the prosperous South East to less affluent regions, a new report has warned.

Currency rises push up expat costs in Europe

European cities now comprise 40 of the one hundred most expensive places in the world for expatriates, according to the annual 'Cost of Living' report from global mobility specialists, ECA International.

UK house prices hit new high

House prices in the UK reached a record high last month, with the average topping £250,000 for the first time in history.

Pandemic speeds 'revolution' in office working

What is the mood of the UK workforce - and how are companies adapting workplaces to a Covid-19 world?

Hong Kong turns its eyes on London property

Growing numbers of Hong Kong residents have been seeking to buy property in London in recent weeks, according to several reports in the past week.

Lockdown relaxation sparks property surge

The easing of the coronavirus lockdown in the UK has led to a surge in the UK property market, according to an analysis by estate agents Knight Frank.

South East dominates 'quality of life' index

House-hunters looking to settle in the UK could do worse than considering the eastern half of Hertfordshire, which has just been awarded the nation's best place to live in an annual quality of life survey.

Bristol tops property searches outside London, according to new research from Rightmove.

Bristol tops property searches outside London

Bristol emerged as the popular location outside London for online property searches among both buyers and renters during 2019, according to a new year survey.

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London rated 'most dynamic' city again

Why has London topped the list? Which other cities make the top 10?

London office investments top of the global league

In spite of Brexit the London property market has attracted more investment globally than any other city.

Spring issue coming soon!

The next issue of the leading international magazine for HR, global managers and relocation professionals will explore the big themes and see what 2019 has in store for mobility.

Relocate magazine January 2019 – out now!

This issue highlights the agenda for global mobility and many businesses and industry sectors. we explore some of the companies like Aston Martin who are finding solutions in a new location. Inclusion and diversity are increasingly being recognised as core to the business agenda to not only help fill skills gaps by accessing untapped talent but to ensure real diversity of thinking to support growth. Find out more to stay ahead. Discover how to enter the Think Relocate Awards and read about our exciting events for 2019.

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Digital thinking could boost SME growth, study suggests

Research released today suggests three-quarters of UK SMEs may be failing to embrace workplace technologies such as cloud, mobile working and BYOD, stifling their growth, productivity and employee engagement.

Northern cities in the UK rank highest for co-working spaces

Cities in the north of the UK ranked highest for co-working spaces, according to analysis from MoneySuperMarket. High costs put southern cities including London lower down the rankings.