Blackberry launches free wi-fi calls

Blackberry has become the latest smartphone company to offer free wi-fi calls to users via its own software.Research In Motion (RIM) has added the facility…

John Lewis warns Amazon’s tax avoidance will drive UK companies out of business

The UK Government must address the “Amazon tax issue” or risk driving law abiding UK based retailers out of business the managing director of John…

Millions in UK lack basic online skills

About 16 million people in the UK lack basic online skills- a new survey suggests.The report, conducted by consultancy firm Booz & Company, defines basic…

UK’s first 4G pricing plans announced

The UK’s first G4 mobile operator EE has announced the prices for it’s new service.The firm’s cheapest contract will be £36 per month with no…

UK businesses optimistic about overseas expansion

UK businesses are optimistic about the prospects for overseas expansion according to accountants BDO.Some 78% of the 100 UK firms surveyed expected revenue from foreign…

GCHQ recruiting Generation Xbox for spy jobs

Up to 100 members of “Generation Xbox” will be offered a career by GCHQ security services under a scheme announced by Foreign Secretary William Hague.The…