As the government prepares to increase fuel duty by 2p a litre next Tuesday, financially stretched commuters who would rather keep their jobs than find something else closer to home are looking at another hike in monthly petrol expenditure. (more…)
Posts Tagged ‘recession’
Petrol Costs Rise: Top Ten Benefits of Home Working
Wednesday, October 28th, 2009Fire: Rise in Arson Linked to Recession
Monday, September 7th, 2009The Association of British Insurers has reported that its members have stated a rise in the number of fires which are causing damage in excess of £500,000. There appears to be a link between the number of arson and fraudulent claims and the current economic situation. Residential claims have risen by 17 per cent over the last year and claims on commercial properties have risen by 15 per cent to £865 million according to the Association. (more…)
Recession and Swine Flu: A lethal combination?
Friday, July 24th, 2009The Daily Telegraph reported on the 19th July that the recession is forcing alomost one million people to work part-time because full-time positions are becoming more scarce, in addition to companies such as BT, BA, and KPMG offering job protection in return for fewer working hours or less pay. (more…)
