UK: RISE IN NUMBER OF COMPANY BANKRUPTCIES

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Figures released by the UK Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) showed an 8.6% increase in the number of bankruptcies in England and Wales for the third quarter ending 30 September 2000. The quarter saw a total of 3,776 insolvencies, which was a rise on the corresponding period the previous year and the second quarter of 2000. The rise has been attributed to increasing competitive pressures on the small business sector. Trouble in the e-business sector has mainly affected the south while the north and midlands have suffered manufacturing setbacks.

Corporate Profits, Business Activity NEC, Statistical Data Included, Profits, Statistics, United Kingdom. Department of Trade and Industry, DTI Inc.

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UK: COST TO TAXPAYER OF COMPENSATION CLAIMS

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Almost GB[pound] 9bn of the overall cost of compensation claims in the UK are swallowed by the taxpayer, according to a study by The Independent and revealed on 10 October 2000. The cost to the taxpayer may increase in 2001 to GB[pound] 12bn, which is the overall annual cost at present. The Treasury is unaware of the total extent of the situation or the affect on public finances. The spate of new liabilities can be attributed to court rulings and the emergence of a claims culture.

Employee Benefits & Services, Finance, Human resource management, Employee benefits

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Motherhood - the naked truth

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Two women who were involved in the production of a calendar showing tasteful photographs of naked mothers in locations in Twickenham, England, discuss their experiences. The project was welcomed by the women involved as a break from their everyday routines.

Printing Trade Services, Support Activities for Printing, Personal narratives, Printing industry, Printing, Calendars

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