Tag: lockdown
Covid-19 has inspired wave of new businesses, research finds
The Covid-19 pandemic has inspired sustainable and scaling businesses, new research from Studio Graphene has revealed. The London-based digital agency, which commissioned an independent survey of 2,000 UK adults, […]
6 things we’ll miss once lockdown has ended
On Monday UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced that the lifting of most Covid-19 restrictions will take place (most likely) on July 19th. While many of us will rejoice in […]
Two million people started side project during lockdown, claims Virgin StartUp
New research from Virgin StartUp, Virgin’s not-for-profit entrepreneurial hub, reveals that one in three (33%) Brits dream of becoming an entrepreneur and would like to set up their own business. […]
Digital divide narrowed during pandemic, Ofcom suggests
The UK’s digital divide has narrowed during the coronavirus pandemic, as people go online to escape the lockdown, Ofcom research suggests. The proportion of homes without internet access appears to […]
5 reasons to start a freelancing career in lockdown
Lockdown has brought many people to think about alternatives in their career due to loss of their job or due to the sudden change of working pattern. The work from […]
Social networking app for pub goers Boozr launches on Android and iOS
An app called Boozr, which was developed while the pubs were shut in 2020, has been designed to get customers back to hospitality venues as soon they open their beer […]
Online providers respond to national lockdown with price hikes
Broadband providers and online streaming services, such as Netflix, are responding to a national lockdown across the UK by putting their prices up and taking advantage of a captive market. […]
Only 1 in 3 will return to high street once Lockdown ends
Retail experts now warn of a tough December for the high street, after a record-breaking Black Friday weekend in online sales. Digital commerce and location intelligence company GBG offered the […]
Millions suffer eye problems resulting from lockdown, poll claims
Seven in 10 office workers upped their screen use during lockdown – with millions suffering eye issues as a result, research has revealed. A survey of 2,000 18 to 60-year […]
Londoners demand better broadband for home working
A majority of Londoners want to carry on working from home after lockdown ends – but only if they have better broadband, according to a survey commissioned by G.Network. The […]