‘Dare to do different’ – University of East Anglia in the City of London – Annual Alumni & Supporter Reception. David Stringer-Lamarre, MD, Fortis Consulting London, was pleased to attend. David said “‘Dare to Do Different’ is UEAs new £100 million fundraising campaign which continues UEA’s proud tradition of philanthropic support for key projects and…
Commenting on the Chancellor of the Exchequer’s speech earlier today, Dr. Roger Barker, Director of Policy at the Institute of Directors said: “The relationship between government and business has been problematic over the last six months. However, with this speech, the Chancellor has communicated a more positive narrative which may contribute to a gradual rebuilding of business…
The Worshipful Company of Glaziers and Painters of Glass – signing of the Armed Forces Covenant and Winter Livery Dinner. David Stringer-Lamarre, MD, Fortis Consulting London and a Past Master Glazier was pleased to attend. David said “It was very good to witness the signing of the Covenant by The Master Glazier, John Reyntiens MBE…
Commenting on this morning’s release of ONS labour market data, Anna Leach, Chief Economist at the Institute of Directors, said: “Today’s data shows a sharp decline in employment: the number of payrolled employees fell at the fastest pace since November 2020 in December, leaving the overall level on payroll down on the year. Meanwhile the number…
Liaoning Province Chinese New Year Gala Dinner, London. David Stringer-Lamarre, MD, Fortis Consulting London, was pleased to attend and deliver a speech. David said ” It was a very friendly and happy occasion. Elegant dancers, talented singers and lovely food. “Within my speech I spoke about the coming year of the Wood Snake. A year…
The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) – lecture given by Prime Minister of Malaysia The Honourable Anwar Ibrahim – The British Malaysian Society. ‘The Adaptive Edge: Malaysia’s Global Strategy in an Uncertain Era.’ David Stringer-Lamarre, MD, Fortis Consulting London said “I was very pleased to attend this lecture at LSE alongside several…
Commenting on ONS data that showed GDP rose by 0.1% in November 2024, following a decline in GDP of 0.1% in October, Anna Leach, Chief Economist at the Institute of Directors, said: “The UK returned to meagre growth in November, driven by accommodation and food, ICT and wholesale trade. While welcome, this is a slower pace than…
Commenting on today’s data from the Office for National Statistics, that showed the annual rate of CPI inflation dropping a little to 2.5% in December 2024 from 2.6% in November, Anna Leach, Chief Economist at the Institute of Directors, said: “Inflation has come in a touch lower than expected in December, bringing inflation for 2024 as a…
The Institute of Directors (IoD) has today published a new policy paper, Annual Policy Outlook: Trends, risks and opportunities for business in 2025. The paper reviews the main UK policy developments that affected business in 2024, and explores the economic, political, technological and geopolitical risks and opportunities facing UK business in the year ahead. The Outlook…
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