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The article examines the benefits of inverting into a British company and incorporating a Topco as the parent for the merged group. It describes some British-specific considerations that are relevant to the structuring of any inversion transaction. It explains why Great Britain is considered to be a popular destination for inverting the U.S. companies.

The article discusses the steps that should be followed by engineers in Great Britain that are performing line sizing. It states the need to understand the problem state and identify the key points in problem statement. It notes the need to sketch out piping system and perform calculations. It mentions the importance of analyzing solutions using engineering judgment.

The article discusses data from the journal's UK 200 study which indicates that not all mergers and acquisitions (M&As) and tie-ups (partnerships) involving British law firms create better balance sheets for companies. According to the article, the Shakespeares Legal LLP firm is poised to make its fourth tie-up in a four-year period in 2015. Legal market strategist Alan Hodgart's views about the economic environment, mergers, and market confidence in Great Britain are examined.

The article focuses on the economic recovery initiatives undertaken by the government of Great Britain in 2013 to further explore the United Kingdom Continental Shelf (UKCS) for oil reserves. Oil production in the UKCS declined to about 25 to 30 million barrels a year by the end of the 1990s. Information on the group called PILOT, formerly the Oil and Gas Industry Taskforce, and its economic programs is presented. Introduction of the Infrastructure Code and Practice is discussed.

The article discusses lawyer training programmes in Great Britain as of April 2013, with a focus on the low retention rates of legal trainees at law firms. Topics include the reduction of partner recruitment at law firms in response to weak economic conditions, the costs of recruitment and training, and the impact of and increase in paralegals on the demand for legal trainees.

The article profiles several export companies that have made significant contributions in the economy in Great Britain. WFEL Ltd. was established in 1915 and it is one of the world's providers of tactical bridges used by military to help advance forces. Faun Trackway is a maker of aluminum military track systems for the defense industries. Severn Glocon control valves for hostile environments in oil and gas sector.

The article presents the views of Jon Hilton, president of Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) on the condition of the mechanical engineering profession in Great Britain. He states that the industry needs to encourage other people to work in the industry and should not spend too long on pondering about skills shortages. He mentions that the nature of the profession should be properly communicated to young people. INSET: F1 RENAULT 2006 CHAMPIONSHIP.

The article discusses the improvement of the personal transport and logistics in Great Britain due to the introduction of internet connectivity and internet of things (IoT). It states that the proper IoT solution in place, businesses can connect devices across centralized cloud network. It mentions that the technology can create hypermodal system that moves goods, supply, and demand. INSET: CHANGING DIRECTION.

The article profiles Dawn Elson, group head of engineering at Great Britain-based holiday attraction operator Merlin Entertainments Group Ltd. It states that she spent 23 years working in the aerospace industry. It notes that the pinnacle of her career was her role as the officer heading the engineering and logistics at Royal Air Force (RAF). It mentions that she aims for the company to be the world's best entertainment group. INSET: VIRTUAL REALITY AT THORPE PARK.

The article discusses how the chemical engineer schools in Great Britain improve the skills diversity to make students prepared for the variety of roles required in chemical engineers. It suggests conducting detailed review of chemistry in order to apply lessons to the skills challenge. It mentions the need to engage with businesses and universities to agree with the future skills requirements and identify how it can be addressed.

The article discusses defense spending cuts in European countries including Great Britain, Germany, and France. Topics include an overview of the economic conditions influencing the decisions by the defense ministers in Great Britain and Germany, to scale back spending on military aircraft and other defense-related expenditures.

In this article, the author discusses the engineering heritage of Great Britain and the coalition government's outlook on the sector's efforts to help rebalance the economy. He stresses that the government has put an extra 200 million pounds into the enterprise finance guarantee and will continue to work to find ways to help industry. Moreover, he emphasizes that the government has intended to be a real partner to the engineering sector.

The article examines the forced sale of Stansted Airport in London, England, by the airport operator BAA. There are concerns that BAA will not be able to secure a good price for the airport due to the economic situation in Great Britain, the relationship between the airport and its dominant airline, Ryanair, and the inability to construct new runways. The investment program at Gatwick Airport, owned by Global Infrastructure Partners, is discussed.

The article focuses on the uncertainty and volatility faced by the government of Great Britain following its Brexit on June 23, 2016. Discussion of the implications of the vote to leave from the European Union (EU), which has triggered the resignation of Prime Minister David Cameron, on investments, pricing, and supply chains in the chemical sector is provided. Suggestion from the members of the Chemical Business Association on how the government can stimulate the economy is also offered.

The article discusses the adverse consequences the decision of Great Britain to exit from the European Union (EU), called Brexit, will bring to the country's chemistry sector. Adverse consequences discussed include the three key issues which are EU funding for science, international scientific collaboration, and EU scientists working in Great Britain. Other consequences discussed include its impact on the economy, political climate, and job stability.

The article discusses why the members of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) in Great Britain are required to keep record of their continuing professional development (CPD) activities. It states that the institution aims to ensure that the members are planning and reflecting upon their professional learning and development. It mentions that the institution will assess and provide feedback on the records.

The article discuses the chances of the 2015 plan of British Chancellor of the Exchequer to turn Great Britain into the most prosperous major economy. Topics include the purchasing power of Britain's gross domestic product per head in 2014 compared to the U.S., Australia and Germany, the plausibility of the necessary revival in the country's productivity, and why Britain should follow Germany into becoming a large net foreign lender.

In this article, the author focuses on the impact of Brexit over Great Britain's economy and industry. It mentions the impact of Brexit over food and farming, and states the working of Great Britain's Prime Minister Theresa May for agriculture industry. It also mentions the introduction of British Payment System to replace the current Basic Payment Scheme.

An interview with Patrick Kniveton, president of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), is presented. He discusses his job role, his work to promote the message of pride among engineers and his visits to small engineering firms. He also focuses on the status of British engineers, the importance of engineering for the economy and employing engineering technicians. He also mentions the increase in membership in the IMechE and the impact of IMechE job role on his life.

The article focuses on a survey by the journal in 2014 on the condition of the British engineering sector. Topics discussed include 54 percent of respondents believe that the condition of the sector will improve with improving economy, 44 percent think that manufacturing will grow faster than the economy and 77 percent feel that they will have difficulty in recruiting technical staff. Other topics discussed include 55 percent say that more new nuclear power stations will be announced in 2014.

The article focuses on the legal industry in Great Britain in 2013. Topics include the number of redundancies at law firms in Great Britain, the rate of law office closures, and the law firm requests for redundancy consultations. Information is provided on the unemployment rate in Great Britain in April of 2013 and the impact of the economic crisis.

The article discusses legal aid and the business practices of regional barristers' chambers in Great Britain as of February 2013, focusing on the impact of the sluggish British economy on the legal community. A three-way merger between the regional barristers' sets St Johns Buildings, Paradise Chambers, and India Buildings Chambers is addressed. Business strategies for barristers' chambers in the aftermath of the Global Financial Crisis of the early 21st century are also examined.

Peter Carter argues that the public sector is being wrongly punished for the economic downturn through savage cuts. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article discusses economic indicators that farmers should monitor as Great Britain prepares to withdraw from the European Union. Topics discussed include the possibility that the Bank of England will reduce interest rate, the value of the sterling against the American dollar and euro, and the impact of the Brexit on consumer confidence. Also mentioned are food retail spending trends and the threat from big companies to move out of Great Britain.

The article discusses important economic indicators in Great Britain as it prepares to exit from the European Union. Topics discussed include a possible reduction in interest rate to stimulate the economy, the performance of the sterling against the American dollar and euro, and the implications of the Brexit on consumer confidence. Also mentioned is the threat from big companies to move out of Great Britain including food manufacturers.

The article focuses on a warning by Economist's Intelligence Unit that the EU could result in a fall in the value of sterling following a Brexit that would lead to increase in the price of imported goods, including food in 2016. It is mentioned that a period of uncertainty would be created and leaving the EU would cause an economic shock.

The author shares how his views on the European Union (EU) referendum on Great Britain withdrawal of its membership has taken his media career to the international level. He recalls his experience of doing a segment with BBC News and Dutch News on the EU referendum. He raises concern about the potential implication of Great Britain's exit from the EU for its economy, especially with regards to food exports in the rural sector and across all farming sectors.

The article discusses the need of the businesses in Great Britain to transform their manufacturing process into digital to improve their competitiveness. It states that changing the manufacturing process allows them to prosper in a competitive business environment. It mentions that modernizing systems will allow companies to cut cost and improve efficiency.

The article discusses the exporting pitfalls that should be avoided by the small firms in Great Britain. It states that companies should avoid the perceived glamour of exporting and ensure that exports is working and focus on numbers. It notes that businesses should avoid people that lie. It mentions that business should learn and adapt to avoid being eaten by overseas market.

The article presents the response of several journal readers on the proper time to abandon nuclear plans in Great Britain and available options for energy to fill the gap. It states that the landscape should be covered with windfarms or with solar panels. It notes that the nuclear plan should be abandoned and filled by radical cuts in energy usage. It mentions the combination of gas turbines and renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, and hydro.

The article reports on the plan of rail transport company Alstom SA to launch the High Speed 2 (HS2) as the first railway in Great Britain to run double-decker trains.

The article discusses the launch of the Smartflower solar array system in Great Britain. It states that the system was designed and manufactured in Austria and can generate up to 60 percent more electricity than traditional rooftop systems. It mentions that the provider of engineering and information technology (IT) services Green Mole secured the distribution rights in Great Britain.

The article reports that according to the report, "Autonomous and Driverless Cars, the adoption of autonomous vehicles could bring billions of pounds to the e economy of Great Britain and presents views of the author of the report Philippa Oldham.

The article discusses the possible challenges associated with improving profitability of Great Britain farmers in 2016. It states challenges like the impacts of agricultural policies of the European Union, and banks rates, and mentions political aspects like challenges for politician Jeremy Corby. It notes that prices of fuel and fertilizers are supposed to remain low.

The article reflects upon the impact of the British economic down turn on nursing. It predicts that the nurse job market will not decline, but funding may not be available for job growth in primary care nursing. The author says the economic conditions will stabilize the nursing job market and attract more people to the profession.

The article reports on the success of the plenary session of the engineering organization the Engineering the Future, prepared by the association the Engineering UK, in Great Britain. The topics discussed include the estimated amount contributed by the engineering sector on the country's economy, the number of individuals employed by engineering firms and the turnover rates in the sector.

The article offers information on the 2016 continuing professional development (CPD) training offered by the Institution of Chemical Engineers (ICheME) in Great Britain.

The article discusses the Associate Member process safety member grade of the Institution of Chemical Engineers (ICheME) in Great Britain. It states that the grade provides process safety specialist with route to join the institution. It mentions that it requires applicants to demonstrate competencies and activity in process safety and is the first method to becoming a fully qualified process safety engineer.

The article discusses research conducted by international law firm Nabarro LLP on the most attractive country for infrastructure development. It states that Great Britain tops in the list of infrastructure development table. It mentions that the country's previous and current governments has been credited for the country's positive conditions for infrastructure investment.

The article presents a roundtable discussion featuring Herbert Smith Freehills LLP law firm executive Scott Cochrane, legal company Pinsent Masons LLP's head of finance Suzanne Wingate, and law firm Osborne Clarke's managing partner Ray Berg who address the British economy's impact on financial managers as of 2015. Cost control and investment are mentioned, along with business revenue generation and the economic aspects of the British financial services market.

The article presents the views of several lawyers in Great Britain on whether the benign economic conditions as of July 2015 are easing pressures on financial managers. Scott Cochrane believes that competition for legal services remain strong despite the benign economy. Suzanne Wingate notes that there is more supply compared with demand in the country. Ray Berg comments that firms should be able to manage costs effectively.

The article focuses on the banking and finance sector in Great Britain in 2014. Topics include the increase in initial public offerings (IPOs) in 2014, the competition within the tender process for law firm panel representation, and the success of law firms such as Ashurst, Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer, and Linklaters in 2014.

Focuses on the surprise bid by Wal-Mart for a large U.K. supermarket chain, Asda. Fears that the involvement of Wal-Mart might cause a price war in Britain; Response to the bid by Britain's largest entertainment retailer, Kingfisher; Comments by Kingfisher, Asda, and Wal-Mart personnel; How the acquisition of Asda will help Wal-Mart meet its goals of international expansion.

Discusses economic policy in Great Britain. The robust economy in 1997; Steady interest rates; Unemployment rates; The non-inflation accelerating rate of unemployment (NIARU); The actions of Kenneth Clarke, the Chancellor of the Exchequer and Eddie George, Governor of the Bank of England; Comments from Labor market economist Peter Robinson; Outlook for Britain's economy.

The article discusses a reported economic recovery in Great Britain as of July 2014, focusing on the productivity and economic growth rates at various firms in Great Britain's legal services industry. According to the article, law firms such as Clyde & Co., Herbert Smith Freehills, and Pinsent Masons have not attained their pre-recession profit per equity partner (PEP) rates. Financial management performance, revenue per lawyer rates, and investments in billing technology are also examined.

The article reports the launching by British Prime Minister David Cameron and Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) Secretary Liz Truss of the "A Plan for Public Procurement program at the Royal Welsh Show in Powys, Wales in mid-2014. The plan is expected to benefit British farmers, small businesses and the rural economy. The scheme follows the successful Get Better, Get British campaign by the journal in 2013.

The article explores the contribution of shooting in the British economy, which was revealed by the independent report "The Value of Shooting" from the Public and Corporate Economic Consultants (PACEC). Topics discussed include the 2.5 billion British pounds spent by people who shoot every year and the comment of nonprofit Countryside Alliance executive chairman Sir Barney White-Spunner. Also mentioned is the method observed while conducting the survey.

The article focuses on the merger and acquisitions (M&A) market in Great Britain in July of 2014. Topics include the decrease in public M&A deals in Great Britain in 2014, the number of acquisition offers made to British public companies in 2014, and the decrease in attorney fees for public M&A deals. Information is provided on the private equity industry and the value of British M&A deals in 2014.

The author discusses his predictions for the British legal industry after 2014. Topics include why large or merged law firms may struggle in the legal market, the decrease in Swiss verein-structured law firms in Great Britain, and the breakdown of the 'magic circle,' which are the top law firms in Great Britain. Information is provided on alternative business structures (ABS).

The article focuses on the growth of profits per equity partner (PEP) at law firms in Great Britain in 2014. Topics include the market revenue growth of legal industry in Great Britain in 2014 and the financial performance of law firms including Hill Dickinson, Clyde & Co., and Allen & Overy (A&O). Information is provided on the turnover at law firms including Osborne Clark and Berwin Leighton Paisner.