MPH 2008

Tea, coffee, cornflakes and a visit to the midwife

Going to a clinic based in a supermarket is easier and less intimidating for women who do not visit their GP regularly

Britain's biggest union heads for dramatic split

The Times has learnt the T&G section of Unite has sought legal advice about pulling out of its merger with the Amicus

Hays' fees fall as the City stops hiring

Recruitment agency says that UK sales have dropped by 8 per cent but growth overall is up thanks to Asia and Europe

Michael Page says times are tough in UK

Recruitment company says financial turmoil has eroded confidence in the wider economy and demand is lessening

Community spirit helps solve age-old problem

Kent Probation Service approached Age Concern to run a lunch club for the elderly and help change offenders' behaviour

Top 100 Graduate employers

Her Majesty's Civil Service carries out the practical and administrative work of government.

Indian bidding war puts £440m tag on Axon

HCL Technologies has trumped a bid from fellow Indian software exporter Infosys, valuing the UK company at about £441m

Leighton stands down as Royal Mail chairman

The former Asda boss will be involved in the hunt for his successor, working in tandem with headhunting firm Zygos

Adecco drops £1.3bn bid for rival Michael Page

Swiss competitor walks away from takeover attempt of recruitment group, sending shares in UK company down by 20 per cent

Michael Page shares dive as Adecco drops bid

Shares in Michael Page, the recruitment group, fall by 20 per cent after Adecco stops its £1.3bn offer as talks fail