most people, including Tory voters, support tax rises

Linda J. Dodson

Almost half (46pc) of the general public would support this measure, the report found, with 18pc opposing such a move. Conservative voters were more enthusiastic about this measure than the wider public, with 54pc supporting against 20pc in opposition. In addition, 63pc of the public said that they were supportive […]

China food chains eat humble pie after anger at price rises

Linda J. Dodson

SHANGHAI – Two Chinese restaurant operators have apologized after a customer backlash over recent price increases, highlighting the difficulty that the country’s businesses face in recovering from the coronavirus outbreak. Both Haidilao International Holding and Xibei Youmiancun admitted they were wrong to hike some prices to try to mitigate rising operating […]