Posts Tagged ‘annual report’

BIS warns of low interest rates

In its annual report, the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) has warned that global interest rates need to rise in order to tame inflation. The report also said low interest rates are a threat to world financial stability. In the aftermath of the financial crisis, central banks opted to slash interest rates in an effort [...]

IMF warns Spanish Government to reduce spending

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned the Spanish Government to continue with its efforts of cutting public spending and reducing unemployment. Like many other Governments across the globe, Spain is taking steps to reduce the deficit but the IMF warned the economy still faces “considerable” risks. In an annual report, the Washington-based Fund said: [...]

Bank of England Governor turns down pay rise

Mervyn King, the Bank of England’s Governor, has turned down a pay rise worth more than £15,000, according to the Bank’s annual report.
The report, published today, revealed Mr King waived his right to a pay rise and comes just a few weeks before the Government is expected to announce severe spending cuts in an emergency [...]

Strike action looming at BT

Telecoms giant BT could be faced with industrial action after top bosses have been awarded huge bonuses, which has angered staff.
The possible strike action, which would be the first in 25 years, comes as a 2% pay offer was rejected by the Communication Workers Union (CWU), which is now planning to ballot its 60,000 members. [...]