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‘The Godfather’ joins Mortgage’s Got Talent judging panel

John ‘The Godfather’ Malone has been recruited as a judge for Mortgage’s Got Talent, bringing one of the mortgage industry’s best-known names to the event. Malone (main picture, inset) will cast his eye over contestants at the talent showcase organised by Kevin Duffy, managing director...

Royal London introduces AI menopause support tool for staff

Royal London has launched an AI-powered tool designed to help employees and managers access information about menopause and prepare for conversations about health and workplace support. The new service, called Menopal+, offers colleagues a private way to explore menopause-related information, including symptoms, workplace adjustments and...

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‘The Godfather’ joins Mortgage’s Got Talent judging panel

John ‘The Godfather’ Malone has been recruited as a judge for Mortgage’s Got Talent,...

Royal London introduces AI menopause support tool for staff

Royal London has launched an AI-powered tool designed to help employees and managers access...

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Delays in launching the government's Your First Home scheme could cause first-time buyers to...

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