Holiday bookings surge after lockdown exit plans
Craig TaylorTravel firms serving the UK and overseas report a huge jump in bookings and website traffic since Monday. BBC News – Business
Business
John Lewis considers closing more stores
The department store giant may close another eight stores in a further blow for the High Street. BBC News – Business
Covid-19: Fewest firms planning job cuts since pandemic began
The figures suggest the decision to extend the furlough scheme has helped to prevent wider job losses. BBC News – Business
Uber drivers are workers not self-employed, Supreme Court rules
The decision could mean thousands of Uber drivers are set to receive minimum wage and holiday pay. BBC News – Business
‘I’m paying £3,400 for student housing I can’t use’
Maya Cooper is one of the students collectively charged £1bn for accommodation they can’t use. BBC News – Business
Black McDonald’s owner sues for racial discrimination
Herb Washington says the firm has retaliated after he raised concerns about the firm’s treatment of black franchisees. BBC News – Business