The CBI has cut its forecasts for economic growth thanks to costs and shortages over recent months – and warned that the emergence of the Omicron variant could see it dragged back further. UK GDP is now expected to notch up a still strong 6.9% growth this year and 5.1% […]
Rishi Sunak’s plans to cut income tax is just smoke and mirrors
The Chancellor, Rishi Sunak’s plans to cut the basic rate of income tax by 2p in 2024/25 is nothing but “smoke and mirrors” as the government makes it first moves towards the next General Election. Nimesh Shah, CEO of tax and advisory firm Blick Rothenberg, said: “Rishi Sunak wanted to […]
Coworking and small business experts welcome UK Taskforce guidance
The UK Government’s Flexible Working Taskforce has published practical guidance for employers designed to support hybrid working models, in a bid to help organisations retain staff and improve working wellbeing. The Flexible Working Taskforce is made up of organisations such as the CIPD, the British Chambers of Commerce, the Institue […]
Goldman Sachs joins forces with University to deliver Pathways to Birmingham
A programme to support prospective and existing students towards succeeding in higher education is to be extended and developed thanks to a new partnership with investment banking company Goldman Sachs, which announced its new regional hub in Birmingham earlier this year. The Pathways to Birmingham (PtB) programme is designed to […]
Goldman Sachs joins forces with University to deliver Pathways to Birmingham
A programme to support prospective and existing students towards succeeding in higher education is to be extended and developed thanks to a new partnership with investment banking company Goldman Sachs, which announced its new regional hub in Birmingham earlier this year. The Pathways to Birmingham (PtB) programme is designed to […]
From Black Friday to the Festive Season: 8 tips for small businesses to stand-out
Every year, Black Friday kicks off a pivotal time of year for many small businesses – from independent retailers, to fully digital companies. However, it’s becoming more and more challenging to stand out of the crowd. There are some key tips and tricks for getting set up, and maximising your […]
From Black Friday to the Festive Season: 8 tips for small businesses to stand-out
Every year, Black Friday kicks off a pivotal time of year for many small businesses – from independent retailers, to fully digital companies. However, it’s becoming more and more challenging to stand out of the crowd. There are some key tips and tricks for getting set up, and maximising your […]
From Black Friday to the Festive Season: 8 tips for small businesses to stand-out
Every year, Black Friday kicks off a pivotal time of year for many small businesses – from independent retailers, to fully digital companies. However, it’s becoming more and more challenging to stand out of the crowd. There are some key tips and tricks for getting set up, and maximising your […]
Extinction Rebellion targets Amazon warehouses in Black Friday blockade
Extinction Rebellion (XR) activists have blocked more than a dozen Amazon depots across the UK as Black Friday protests cause severe disruption for drivers. The activist group tweeted that it is blockading fulfilment centres at 13 sites across the UK, including Manchester, Bristol, Tilbury in Essex and Dartford in Kent. […]
How the shifting data landscape will re-shape B2B marketing in 2022
Marketers were faced with the loss of cookie data, but this move to a cookie-less world was then postponed. Meanwhile, an increase in ‘opt-out’ legislation, has led to a reduction in the amount of data available to drive B2B marketing strategies and fuel campaigns. Jon Clarke, Founder and Chief Product […]