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Pound worth an average of 12.8 per cent less in holiday hotspots this summer
credit cards and 16 per cent on debit cards. Seven per cent of expenditure will be from cash exchanged into local currency while abroad, such as in a hotel, and the same percentage will result from cash withdrawals made in the destination country. Just five ... past year Currency Difference in the value of GBP against this currency now compared to one year ago1 Difference in local currency compared to last year due to exchange rate difference (GBP equivalent), based on an average intended overseas spend
https://www.santander.co.uk/about-santander/media-centre/press-releases/pound-worth-an-average-of-128-per-cent-less-in-holidayHigh level of business optimism among Glasgow-based business community
leading restaurateurs). Helping local Glaswegian firms to export and trade internationally will be a big focus for the five-day event. The local business sentiment survey found that three-fifths (60%) of respondents believe exporting and international trade are important for local business success. Just ... about the future, are positive on local employment and see exporting and international trade as key to the success of local businesses. It is encouraging to see such positive sentiment among business owners who are so influential on the local economy as well as the Scottish
https://www.santander.co.uk/about-santander/media-centre/press-releases/high-level-of-business-optimism-among-glasgow-basedSantander UK Chairman visits University of West England
which is helping to improve the employability of young people in the region as well as helping local businesses access fresh talent.” Shriti also met with local businesses from across the South West at a roundtable event with Bristol West Chamber of Commerce, chaired ... brilliant example of how two very different institutions can work together and also support our local community. I know her insight and invaluable knowledge was appreciated by the local businesses, as well as our students and colleagues who attended her lecture.” - ENDS- The information
https://www.santander.co.uk/about-santander/media-centre/press-releases/santander-uk-chairman-visits-university-of-west-englandThe television, flushing toilets, and the refrigerator - the best things to ever come out of Scotland, according to locals
beyond banking as they navigate the challenges.” Santander’s international team has dedicated market specialists that have access to extensive local networks and knowledge around the world, and a long track record of helping businesses implement their international growth strategies. This support ranges ... them to identify new markets, helping them with shipping and logistics options, and organising virtual trade missions to introducing businesses to trusted local partners, potential new customers and vital networks in key destinations. For more information on the international support available, visit: www.santandercb.co.uk/trade-internationally/moving-international-markets
https://www.santander.co.uk/about-santander/media-centre/press-releases/the-television-flushing-toilets-and-the-refrigeratorThe environment trust grows with donation from the Santander Foundation
charity works with the local community to improve parks and nature reserves and enhance the public greenspace. It also partners with local schools to teach environmental studies and offers activities for people with special needs. The grant will enable the Trust to run volunteer ... feel a sense of pride in their local area. Berny Simcox, CEO at The Environment Trust, said: “This is a truly fantastic opportunity that will not only help us to improve our local environment, but also enable us to connect with and inspire
https://www.santander.co.uk/about-santander/media-centre/press-releases/the-environment-trust-grows-with-donation-from-the-santander-foundationSantander appoints Mark Challis as a director in the financial sponsors team for Santander corporate and commercial banking
market place, Mark will provide additional support for our clients across the South region. We have invested considerably in the team and local markets over the last year, and also across the wider financial sponsors team, where his existing network of contacts will complement ... SMEs. At 31 December 2017, the bank serves around 14 million active customers with c19,500 employees and operates through 806 branches (which includes 61 university branches) and 64 regional Corporate Business Centres. Santander UK is subject to the full supervision of the Financial Conduct
https://www.santander.co.uk/about-santander/media-centre/press-releases/santander-appoints-mark-challis-as-a-director-in-the-financial-sponsors-team-for-santanderSantander UK's CEO visits University of Exeter
also in other locations across the UK. Nathan Bostock said: “Santander is committed to supporting higher education as well as local communities across the UK. The partnership with the University of Exeter is a brilliant example of how two very different institutions can work ... particular the internship scheme which is helping to improve the employability of young people in the region as well as helping local businesses access young talent.” Santander, through its Santander Universities division, maintains partnerships with close to 1,200 academic institutions in 20 countries
https://www.santander.co.uk/about-santander/media-centre/press-releases/santander-uks-ceo-visits-university-of-exeterCrowdfunding partnership helps provide mental health education in Birmingham
awareness workshops to year six and year nine pupils in 20 Birmingham schools, benefitting up to 1,600 young people in the local area. Sue Douthwaite, Managing Director of Santander Business Banking, commented: “Stress and mental health issues are present in many schools ... will benefit. We are proud to be able to help Altruist Enterprises expand their programme to schools in Birmingham and help local students.” Katie Buckingham, Founder at Altruist Enterprises, commented: “This funding will allow us to provide workshops
https://www.santander.co.uk/about-santander/media-centre/press-releases/crowdfunding-partnership-helps-provide-mental-health-education-in-birminghamInnovative crowdfunding partnership supports young people re-engaging in education and employment
them reach their full potential. The additional funding will enable the trust to extend the services offered to more people in the local community. So far, it has helped the organisation provide one-to-one and group support for up to 650 young people ... support innovation. By working together with Crowdfunder, Santander aims to enable entrepreneurs and community groups to tackle social challenges and create positive local impact. Eligible projects seeking funding of up to £20,0001 and focussed on skills, knowledge and innovation that
https://www.santander.co.uk/about-santander/media-centre/press-releases/innovative-crowdfunding-partnership-supports-young-people-re-engaging-in-education-and-employmentCrowdfunding partnership helps Birmingham children fulfill potential
Birmingham is impressive in its reach and impact. We are delighted to have contributed to the XLR8 project and hope that local children enjoy and benefit from the courses on offer.” John Bishop, Managing Director at Evolve, commented: “This funding from Santander ... support innovation. By working together with Crowdfunder, Santander aims to enable entrepreneurs and community groups to tackle social challenges and create positive local impact. Eligible projects seeking funding of up to £20,0001 and focussed on skills, knowledge, innovation and wellbeing that
https://www.santander.co.uk/about-santander/media-centre/press-releases/crowdfunding-partnership-helps-birmingham-children-fulfill-potential