Hannah Smith on Paving the Way for Others in Finance
Hannah Smith, a senior finance executive, shares her career journey and her deep sense of responsibility to help others from diverse backgrounds succeed in the industry.
Hannah Smith, a senior finance executive, shares her career journey and her deep sense of responsibility to help others from diverse backgrounds succeed in the industry.
Senior Black finance executives reveal the challenges and strategies behind their rise in London's competitive sector. Discover their insights on mentorship and resilience.
Gavin Lewis of BlackFinch explains the systemic barriers limiting senior Black talent in UK finance. Discover the data and the needed solutions. Read more.
Lloyds Banking Group is set to propose a huge pay rise for CEO Charlie Nunn, following rivals Barclays and HSBC. Discover how post-Brexit rule changes are reshaping UK executive pay.
Wessex Water's CEO and CFO received £50,000 in undisclosed payments from a parent company in a year they were banned from bonuses due to pollution. Read the full investigation.
Donald Trump pledges to block dividends and stock buybacks at US defence firms until they speed up equipment deliveries and curb 'exorbitant' executive pay. Read the full story.
The Guardian Foundation appoints media freedom expert Rosie Parkyn as its new executive director. She will lead the charity's mission to combat misinformation and promote press freedom globally. Discover more about her vision.
New research reveals FTSE 100 CEOs will surpass the typical UK worker's annual pay by Tuesday 6th January 2026. The pay gap highlights stark inequality in how work is valued. Read the full analysis.
A stark report reveals FTSE 100 CEOs are paid 113 times the median worker. By 11:30am on Tuesday 6th January 2026, they will have earned a typical annual salary. Calls grow for corporate governance reform.
Valerie and Max, both 73, share how their sex life is more fulfilling than ever after five decades together, offering tips on intimacy in later years. Discover their story.
Facing the dreaded Sunday Scaries before your January return? Google searches surged 84% in 2025. Discover five expert strategies, from mindset shifts to nerve resets, to conquer work anxiety.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani uses inaugural week to sign executive orders reversing predecessor's measures and pledging a new era of public engagement. Read the full story.
Green Party's Peter Underwood is running for Croydon Mayor despite criticising the role. He pledges to decentralise power and end decades of two-party dominance. Read his full platform.
In his last hours, President Trump issues a wave of controversial pardons and policy directives, sparking immediate legal and political challenges. Explore the full impact.
A review of Donald Trump's most controversial environmental statements and executive actions in 2025, from rebranding coal to questioning climate science. Explore the facts behind the rhetoric.
Rolls-Royce CEO Tufan Erginbilgic could receive a share award worth over £100m following the engineering giant's dramatic turnaround. Discover how the FTSE 100 firm's value soared.
The cricket world is in mourning after the death of former England batsman and ECB chief executive Hugh Morris MBE, aged 62. Read tributes to the Glamorgan legend.
Former Wessex Water chief Colin Skellett received a £170,000 bonus from parent firm YTL despite a ban on performance pay after a criminal pollution conviction. Critics call for tougher action.
The Labour government has shut down a public register naming firms hit by shareholder revolts over executive pay. Critics warn this will bury controversies and harm corporate transparency in the UK.
Bet365 chief Denise Coates received a £280m pay package for 2024/25, a major rise despite falling profits. Discover the details of her salary and dividends.
Hisako Sakai, 92, triumphs in a senior esports tournament, showcasing gaming's benefits for the elderly. Discover how she mastered 'brutal combos' to claim victory.
HSBC has recruited former Citi veteran Ida Liu to head its global private banking division, aiming to strengthen its wealth management services for ultra-high-net-worth clients.
WH Smith's profits plummet to £16m as the FCA launches a formal investigation. The retailer is attempting to recover £7m in bonuses from former executives. Read the full story.
The Trump administration has detailed a series of new executive actions on immigration and trade, sparking immediate debate. Explore the key policy changes and their potential impact.
President Donald Trump signs an executive order reclassifying marijuana, a major federal policy shift. The move coincides with the Epstein Files deadline and a Kennedy Center renaming controversy.
President Donald Trump signs an executive order moving cannabis to a less dangerous drug category, easing research and business rules. Discover the implications.
Anglo American retreats on executive pay vote as FTSE giants gear up for 2026. Plus, breakdown duopoly exits and a delayed UK steel strategy. Read the full City analysis.
ANZ shareholders have delivered a second consecutive strike against the bank's executive remuneration report, following a year of record fines and thousands of job cuts. Explore the fallout from the heated AGM.
BP has announced Meg O'Neill will become its new CEO on 1 April, replacing Murray Auchincloss. The oil giant's chair calls for 'increased rigour' to boost shareholder value. Read the full story.
Donald Trump signs executive order limiting AI regulation, a victory for tech lobbyists. OpenAI faces Google rivalry, while firms explore orbital data centres. Analysis of Silicon Valley's political influence.