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Market Research Survey Shows that UK Retail Sales Fall at Their Steepest Rate for Sixteen Months
June 2013 - Retail
According to a survey undertaken by the CBI between the 24th April and 15th May 2013, UK retail sales fell at their fastest annual pace for 16 months. The business group said that whilst consumer spending within clothing and footwear has declined, grocery… Read more...
Survey Indicates that Construction Sector Returns to Growth after Six Month Contraction
June 2013 - Construction
According to research the Markit / CIPS Construction Purchasing Managers’ Index rose from 49.4 in April to 50.8 in May. David Noble, CIPS Chief Executive said: "The construction sector seems to have turned a corner after six dismal months.” … Read more...
Transport Market Research Finds Commuters Annoyed Over London Train Delays
June 2013 - Transport & Infrastructure
A poll by Passenger Focus has demonstrated a drop in London commuter satisfaction levels due to late-running trains. While the national average of public satisfaction levels for train services lies at 82%, the passengers polled reported increasing frustration… Read more...
Market Research Finds University Offers Ignore Social Background
June 2013 - Education
Market research findings suggest that many UK universities do not consider candidates’ backgrounds when offering places; it is the government who wants universities to broaden access into higher education which it is felt should include poorer students.… Read more...
Charities in Scottish Carer Support Plea Following Survey Findings
June 2013 - Health
Charities are urging GPs, health and social care staff and the Scottish government to ensure more support is given from day one, this follows a survey that suggests three quarters (75%) of carers are unprepared for the impact of being a carer. The report,… Read more...
