MPS have urged the government to cut employer National Insurance (NI) contributions for all under 25s, warning that rising unemployment costs are limiting job opportunities…
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Vocational Celebration Day – Salutes UK’s Young Honouring the skilled young people who build our future
Former apprentice Steph McGovern is set to host the UK’s first Vocational Celebration Day on Thursday 6 August 2026. The new initiative, powered by the…
UK SMEs trapped in a ‘Seven-Month Economy’ as confidence crisis stalls investment
grenke’s Renewed Lease of Life 2026 finds 85% of UK SMEs experiencing cashflow pressure grenke’s Renewed Lease of Life Report has found that UK SMEs…
Sage Intacct expands trusted automation across core finance workflows
With new automation across receivables, accounts payable and purchasing, alongside expanded AI extensibility, Sage Intacct helps finance teams reduce manual work, improve visibility and operate…
Smart Charging Could Save EV Drivers Over £900 a Year — So Why Don’t Most Drivers Know It?
Despite growing adoption of electric vehicles (EVs), widespread misconceptions about cost and charging still shape public opinion. Recent research from the AA shows that 80%…
Applications open for £100k NatWest Accelerator Pitch
Applications open today for the NatWest Accelerator Pitch final in Oxford Access to funding remain one of the biggest barriers faced by start-ups Pitch continues…
NatWest appoints Adeel Hyder as new Managing Director of Business Banking
NatWest today announces Adeel Hyder as its new Managing Director of Business Banking, leading the bank’s strategy to strengthen support for small and micro businesses…
Expert quotes from female leaders for International Women’s Day: Maxine Blackwell & Amanda Rogers (Zen Internet)
What needs to change for women in tech & telecoms in 2026 – Maxine Blackwell “The tech industry talks a lot about attracting women into…
Expert quotes from female leaders for International Women’s Day: Sarah Bianchi
What needs to change for women in retail leadership in 2026 “Retail leadership today has to be far more people-led, creative and responsive than ever…
CIMA urges decisive action to restore confidence and unlock UK growth ahead of the Spring Forecast
Government should prioritise stability, investment, a simpler tax system, SME support, and closing the skills gap, says CIMA The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) is…
NatWest plans to grow Accelerator community to 50,000 members across the UK in 2026
New ambition is five times higher than 2025 Bank supported c12,000 members via Accelerator community in 2025 — more than in the previous decade combined…
UK Small Businesses invest nearly £5bn a year in tax and accounting software as Monzo launches free HMRC-recognised tool
New research from Monzo, the digital bank with over 800,000 business customers, reveals British small businesses invest nearly £5 billion (£4.8 bn)* every year in…
Apogee Corporation raises over £2,900 for NSPCC
Employees participating in Apogee’s 2025 Christmas Charity Advent Calendar initiative raised over £2,900 for NPSCC. Employees of Apogee Corporation raised £2,955 for NSPCC (The…
Serviced Offices and occupants “on the brink” After Unfair Government Tax Grab
New stealth business rates hike threatens SMEs and local economies across the UK In a stark warning to the Government, dozens of the UK’s leading…
Traditional human sales skills ‘more vital than ever’ in digital world
Genuine human connection remains the most powerful tool in a salesperson’s kit, according to the founder of a Midlands-based sales support specialist. Despite the surge…
Digital Marketing Expert Says B2B Buyers Now Prioritize Trust Over Traditional Metrics
In 2025, B2B marketers who prioritize building trust and thought leadership will outpace competitors still focused on clicks and conversions. As B2B buying processes become…
Risk Assessments for Employees who are Deaf or have Hearing Loss: Tackling Physical Barriers with Practical Solutions By Dan Morgan-Williams, Founder of Visualise Training and Consultancy
Why Sensory Impairment Needs Special Consideration in Risk Assessments Under UK law, employers have a duty to ensure all employees are safe at work. This…
Close Brothers Invoice Finance launches team dedicated to helping start-ups and small SMEs
Close Brothers Invoice Finance has launched a new team – called ‘Scale Up’ – to help support start-ups and smaller SMEs with facilities up to…
Accelerating Green Initiatives: The Shift to EVs Grows Among Businesses says Right Fuel Card
Since June 2025, EVs now make up 25% of vehicles registered in the UK.[1] As businesses face growing pressure to reduce their environmental impact, transitioning…
Employer NIC increases already having a monumental impact on UK tax
The latest analysis from the Global Payroll Alliance (GPA) reveals that HMRC has collected 5% more tax receipts in the first six months of 2025 compared…




























